The Impulse 120 Ski Boot was designed to address real user pain points and challenge industry bias without alienating traditionalists. I interviewed skiers across a range of experience levels, including patrollers, instructors, hobbyists, and gear fitters, to understand what they value in their boots and where current designs fall short. Building on those insights and market research, I created a stiff, performance-focused boot that is still easy to put on thanks to it's hybrid cabrio shell. The Progressive Tension Technology (PTT) system, inspired by the Zay dynamic radial closure design, tightens as the skier flexes and loosens when standing. This improves ankle and heel hold without over-tightening or cutting off circulation. Designed under the Scott Sports brand language, the Impulse 120 blends familiarity with function, offering thoughtful innovation for skiers who expect more from their gear.