HEAD Formula 85 W MV Ski Boots

The HEAD Formula 85 W MV is a women’s all-mountain ski boot built for intermediate skiers who want a smooth-flexing, medium-volume fit with strong comfort features and customizable performance for everyday resort skiing.

Why It Works

• Adjustable 85-95 Flex: The Formula 85 W MV gives progressing skiers a supportive feel that is still approachable, with flex tuning that can add a little more backbone as confidence grows.
• Medium-Volume Fit: The MV platform scales from 96 mm to 100 mm depending on size, giving the boot a secure, performance-minded fit that still works well for average-width feet.
• Comfort-Driven Liner Package: Perfect Fit liner construction, PrimaLoft insulation, and a women-specific cuff shape help deliver a warmer, more anatomical fit right out of the box.
• Customizable Shell and Stance: Form Fit shell shaping, cuff alignment, and flex tuning help bootfitters dial in comfort and balance without giving up edge control.

Perfect Match

This boot is a strong fit for intermediate women skiers who spend most of their time on piste and all-mountain resort terrain. It especially suits skiers who want a more refined fit and stronger performance feel than an entry-level comfort boot, but still need a forgiving flex and warmth for full days on snow.

The Details

• Fit: Medium volume fit with a size-scaled last of 96 mm at 24.5, 98 mm at 25.5, and 100 mm at 26.5.
• Flex: Adjustable 85-95 flex.
• Liner: 3D Perfect Fit EVO W / Perfect Fit liner with PrimaLoft insulation and HP frame footbed.
• Shell and Cuff: PU shell with women’s double adjustable cuff, Form Fit shell shaping, Extended Toe Box, and cuff alignment.
• Closure: 4 micro-adjustable low-profile alloy buckles with a 30 mm Velcro strap.
• Soles: GripWalk compatible / GripWalk boot sole format.
• Available Sizes: 23.0/23.5 through 26.0/26.5.

How It Compares

Compared with softer women’s resort boots, the Formula 85 W MV offers a more precise and customizable fit with a slightly more performance-oriented feel. Compared with stiffer Formula models, it remains easier to flex and more forgiving for intermediate skiers who want comfort and control without an overly demanding ride.

Bottom Line: The HEAD Formula 85 W MV is a women’s medium-volume ski boot for intermediate resort skiers who want customizable comfort, a supportive but forgiving flex, and a more polished on-snow feel.

Choose the Formula 85 W MV if you want a confidence-building women’s boot with real fit customization and a resort-ready balance of comfort and control.