Just curious: anybody ride using something other than snowboard-specific boots? Friend of a friend uses Sorels. It got me to thinking: what's so great about snowboard boots, anyway?

Seems to me boot technology is still off in left field. Why laces, for example? Laces are hard to tighten, and keep taut. Why not click straps, like ski boots?

Mumble grumble.

And another thing: bindings need some sort of quick-release mechanism, don't you think? Been hearing stories of folks trapped/drowning in powder because they couldn't reach their feet to unstrap. Ach!