I am glad I could help. I just hope that more people realize that you can change the tech 5 for the tech 8's. When I decided to try it the biggest problem all the dealers telling me it would not work just because of the backwards strap at the top of the foot. I decided to take all my straps out (they were bad anyways) and match them to a package of tech 8's that were on the shelf. Holy Lord they matched and I have been happy ever since. Even though it cost me $40.00 in straps (almost) but it saved me from buyining new boots and the time breaking them in. I hope more peoplr read this and realize the money and time they could save. C-ya on the trails/track. Oh I forgot, I probably won't be seeing you because you'll be seeing my roost! :p Take care!!!! ;)