Burton Step On 2026: Meet the New Waverange & Highshot Boot Lineup
Burton has just dropped its most exciting Step On® boot range yet: the all-new Waverange and Highshot families — each offered in three performance tiers to suit every rider’s style, budget, and ability level. Whether you’re chasing a playful surfy feel or locked-in all-mountain precision, this lineup brings a fresh take on comfort, fit, and responsiveness for the 2026 season.
Step On Gets a Whole New Look
The 2026 Burton Step On boot lineup simplifies things into two distinct personalities:
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Waverange — softer, more articulated and surfier for fluid riding and playful turns.
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Highshot — stiffer, more supportive and responsive for powerful all-mountain riding.
This difference comes straight from how each boot’s flex, cuff construction, and underfoot support are tuned — Waverange favors maneuverability, Highshot favors precision.
Three Performance Tiers
Both the Waverange and Highshot families are offered in three performance tiers: Step On, X Step On, and X Pro Step On — essentially Good / Better / Best.
🥇 Step On (Base)
This is the entry point for both models, perfect for riders who want convenience without overcomplicated features.
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Single-dial BOA® Sequence fit system
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Imprint™ 2 liner for warmth and comfort
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Solid Step On® outsole with reliable board feel
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Great fit for riders familiar with boots like Burton’s Ruler or Limelight Step On
These boots are easy to step into and ideal if you’re after a comfortable, classic Step On experience without breaking the bank.
🥈 Step On X (Mid-Tier)
The middle tier brings added adjustability and performance for riders who want a more refined fit and improved traction.
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Dual-Zone BOA® Fit System — two dials let you independently tighten upper and lower boot zones
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Imprint™ 3 liner with better heel hold
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Vibram® outsole with traction lugs, with softer compound on Waverange and firmer compound on Highshot
The X Step On boots are perfect for those stepping up their riding — more control, better all-day comfort, and superior grip off the board.
🏆 X Pro Step On (Top Tier)
At the top of the range, the X Pro models represent Burton’s most advanced Step On boots ever.
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Triple Dial BOA® PerformFit™ Wrap system — upper, lower, and ankle zones all adjustable independently
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Premium liners and advanced shells
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Maximum support, precision and performance for serious riders
Whether you’re charging hard in challenging terrain or just want the most dialed fit possible, these boots give you the ultimate boot-to-board connection.
How to Choose Between Waverange and Highshot
The choice comes down to ride personality:
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Go Waverange if you love a smoother, more fluid ride — great for relaxed all-mountain cruising, playful turns, and forgiving flex.
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Go Highshot if you demand power, response and a firmer ride — ideal for aggressive all-mountain charging and precise edge-to-edge performance.
Step On Convenience Meets Performance
As always with Burton Step On®, the system is built to let you:
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Step in and go — no straps, no fuss.
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Enjoy a locked-in, responsive connection
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Pair the boots with Step On bindings for an effortless ride from first chair to last
All models come with a BOA® fit system — from single to triple dial — so you can personalise the tension and comfort level to exactly how you ride.
Final Thoughts
With the new Burton Waverange and Highshot Step On boot ranges, Burton has distilled decades of boot design into a simple, effective lineup that covers everyone from casual cruisers to hard-charging riders. With three tiers of performance, next-gen BOA® adjustment and the signature Step On ease, this is one of the most versatile and exciting Step On boot collections we’ve seen.