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B-Wald
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has anyone done this?  I really don't know shit about it, but I just read an advertisement about bootfitting at the shop around here, and since my boots have a couple pressure spots, i figured it might be worth it.

so if anyone here's done this, can you tell a difference? or is just bullshit?
Nov 15 2007 3:54PM
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PASKIINGSUCKS
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we just had a bootfitter from Pinnacle here in PA come to our last ski club meeting. I learned a lot, I would say take your boots there and see what they can do for ya. It may cost 50$ or something but it looks like they can do pretty much whatever you want to a boot to help it fit. They will take detailed measurements of your foot and really help you out. We saw a boot they put a huge bubble in the top of cause of some guys crazy foot bone, but he loved it and said it felt soooo much better.

Poke around though and find out who is a good boot shop in your area.
Nov 15 2007 4:00PM
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mnjib
Posts: 5592 - Karma: 357
boot fitting is super SUPER important. lots of things they can do to help make your boot work better for you as well as make them alot more compfortable. proper boot fitting is so key most kids don't get it.
Nov 15 2007 4:01PM
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PASKIINGSUCKS
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That being said, my boots fit like shit, I mean I got like 3-4 fingers behind my heel. It's horrible I know but they were 50 bucks from a friend and they were decent Nordica. I wanna look into Dalbello.(sp)
Nov 15 2007 4:04PM
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dave44
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From what I've gathered, proper foot biomechanics will help you feel a lot better on the slopes, and that it's worth it. I've had insoles/orthotics done before for shoes, and it helps a lot.

I've never had my boots fitted, though, the main reason being that I don't actually own a pair of boots as I'm growing. My shop just give me a free lease.
Nov 15 2007 4:07PM
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wolfmansbro
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i just got a new pair of boots from surefoot. deff the best purchase i have ever made
Nov 15 2007 4:09PM
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PASKIINGSUCKS
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What kind how much?? I already spent a bunch on stuff this year but I really need new boots.
Nov 15 2007 4:11PM
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dave44
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Danngg... aren't those like, the custom ski boots and stuff? Like arond how much are they?
Nov 15 2007 4:15PM
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Pipe_Munky
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i'm a fitter at a ski shop in Toronto. If you're smart, you'll get your boots fit by a pro. Normally a fitting is included with your new boots




Nov 15 2007 4:23PM
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Inbred_Redneck
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Alot of places I think are really hurting for good boot fitters.  In my town theres only one shop that does decent fits but nothing like the pros.  Plus all they have is Salomon.  Right now im riding some Performa 5s (yes i know noob boot) which was the only boot that really fit me well.  Come spring break when we head out to Keystone im going to get professionally fitted to see what my options are for my next true boot.
Nov 15 2007 4:39PM
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