Need new boots help me out

in b4 "buy full tilts"

in all seriousness, just see a boot fitter. They will tell you exactly what size you should be looking for, and depending on the boot fitter, give you some good advice as to what to get

Bened_notnilin b4 "buy full tilts"

Go to a boot fitter. Shin bang is caused by improperly fitting boots 99% of the time.

These are nice boats

SavageBiffThese are nice boats

it was funny for a few minutes but I had to edit it to boots. sorry bud

After skiing with Full Tilts for long, I forgot how easy they are to get in and out of. Got new scarpa boots and they are a bitch to get on.

Id get a 3 piece boot, like Full Tilt or Dalbello. I’d also get a grip walk sole.

See a fitter.

swagmasterflexSo I've been renting boots pretty much my whole life and even tho I usually spend the extra money to get quality ones they always end up being a problem. I'm probably not done growing but im gonna buy a pair for this season anyway. Anyone have suggestions on boots I should look into mainly for park but can also be used if I take a trip out west or something? I also get awful shinbang so anything that helps that would be a plus. thanks

**This thread was edited on Sep 14th 2020 at 10:46:35pm

swagmasterflexit was funny for a few minutes but I had to edit it to boots. sorry bud

Hey it’s still funny

Do you have access to a good boot fitter?

if not if you know the last of your foot, measure your instep, measure your foot in cm, do you probate, flat or high arches, lmk your weight , height and ability I could make some recommendations.

there’s also some really knowledgeable bootfitters on here that could help you if you don’t have a boot fitter

don’t come to ns for boot advice is a good start lol
bootfitter can actually see your foot and you can feel a shell and liner in real life

look up how to do a shell fit. stores that sell boots will be able to measure your mondo size and last and help you do a shell fit to figure out the right size. If you start with the right size a good boot fitter can customize your boots easily and make you a footbed too. you want something totally custom to your foot that will lock you in

3 buckles and a strap

Get a fitter to fit proper. Boom.

Here is my .02:

Ideally a bootfitter is the way to go, they specialize in this and are worth it.

Your next best option is to find a reputable ski shop. There are some things you need to look out for here. First check reviews to make sure they are experienced in what they do etc. Then call the shop and ask what employee is best at fitting boots, there is usually one guy there that knows what he is doing. Dont get a 23 yr old bro for this, the general rule of thumb is the older and crustier they are the better. Also ask when that employee is working and they are not busy. If you walk in to get boots and there are crowds there just turn around and walk out, its not worth it. Its not a bad idea to call the employee and let him know you are coming in to get boots, this will go a long way to getting the attention and patience you need to do this right.

So you found a good time to go in and there are hardly anyone at the shop. First off, make sure you bring you ski socks or buy the kind you want there and fit your boots with them. Dont use the demo ones that have. Find the employee and go to the boot section. You will see a whole bunch of boots on the wall with different brands and colors etc. IGNORE BRANDS, COLORS and DESIGNS! The worst thing you can do is get your heart set on those cool looking green Solomon boots that dont fit your foot but you try to ignore that because they look sweet. Then at 9:45 am on your second run you are going to hate yourself. Talk to the guy about how you ski and work out a budget and what stiffness you need. Then take your time and try on every boot that fits your parameters, I mean all of them. Out of the 5-6 you will try one or two will really feel 'right'.

Buckle them on and walk around the shop for about 5-10 min, look at jackets, skis or whatever. There are sometimes fit issues or discomfort that often dont come up right away but you will notice after a few min. Also, imagine your skiing and feel how the boots flex on your shins etc. If they feel good and you like them ask the shop to heat mold them for you, it will help make that good fit into a great fit but it cant fix a bad fit.

So that is pretty much it. Remember this is a big purchase and will make or break how you enjoy skiing so really take your time. I can pretty much grab any kind of ski on any day and find a way to have fun but if you boots dont fit you are going to be miserable. You will also be that dude in your ski crew that has to unbuckle his boots on the lift every run and make them wait for you at the top to buckle them down again which sucks.

SuspiciousFishHere is my .02:

Ideally a bootfitter is the way to go, they specialize in this and are worth it.

Your next best option is to find a reputable ski shop. There are some things you need to look out for here. First check reviews to make sure they are experienced in what they do etc. Then call the shop and ask what employee is best at fitting boots, there is usually one guy there that knows what he is doing. Dont get a 23 yr old bro for this, the general rule of thumb is the older and crustier they are the better. Also ask when that employee is working and they are not busy. If you walk in to get boots and there are crowds there just turn around and walk out, its not worth it. Its not a bad idea to call the employee and let him know you are coming in to get boots, this will go a long way to getting the attention and patience you need to do this right.

So you found a good time to go in and there are hardly anyone at the shop. First off, make sure you bring you ski socks or buy the kind you want there and fit your boots with them. Dont use the demo ones that have. Find the employee and go to the boot section. You will see a whole bunch of boots on the wall with different brands and colors etc. IGNORE BRANDS, COLORS and DESIGNS! The worst thing you can do is get your heart set on those cool looking green Solomon boots that dont fit your foot but you try to ignore that because they look sweet. Then at 9:45 am on your second run you are going to hate yourself. Talk to the guy about how you ski and work out a budget and what stiffness you need. Then take your time and try on every boot that fits your parameters, I mean all of them. Out of the 5-6 you will try one or two will really feel 'right'.

Buckle them on and walk around the shop for about 5-10 min, look at jackets, skis or whatever. There are sometimes fit issues or discomfort that often dont come up right away but you will notice after a few min. Also, imagine your skiing and feel how the boots flex on your shins etc. If they feel good and you like them ask the shop to heat mold them for you, it will help make that good fit into a great fit but it cant fix a bad fit.

So that is pretty much it. Remember this is a big purchase and will make or break how you enjoy skiing so really take your time. I can pretty much grab any kind of ski on any day and find a way to have fun but if you boots dont fit you are going to be miserable. You will also be that dude in your ski crew that has to unbuckle his boots on the lift every run and make them wait for you at the top to buckle them down again which sucks.

Appreciate the essay, was not expecting someone to go into this much detail. I’ll lyk how it goes

Don't buy boots you haven't tried on before. The most common mistake is buying boots a size too big. You want a snug fit.

be aware that the best boot may feel like shit when you try it on. lots of people are like me and can’t ski the right size boot without some punches. Only boots that fit me without major work are way too big. Too big boots may feel comfortable in the shop but the performance will suck. some custom shell work is easy for a good boot fitter

Like everyone said, see a boot fitter, also be ready for your life to change, sun to come out, angels to sing when you actually put on boots that fit

Send feet pics

There are actually a lot of good bootfitters on this new service called OnlyFans! You upload feet pics and bootfitters from all over the country bid for who can say they have the privilege of being your bootfitter!

MXmxAfter skiing with Full Tilts for long, I forgot how easy they are to get in and out of. Got new scarpa boots and they are a bitch to get on.

Id get a 3 piece boot, like Full Tilt or Dalbello. I’d also get a grip walk sole.

See a fitter.

What Scarpa did you buy? I have a Maestrale RS and it’s no harder to put on than my FT Seths.

Freedom 100.


way harder to get on and off.


like the forward lean and grip walk.

animatorWhat Scarpa did you buy? I have a Maestrale RS and it’s no harder to put on than my FT Seths.

Dr. martens

MXmxFreedom 100.


way harder to get on and off.


like the forward lean and grip walk.

Ohhh that’s fair it’s a 2 piece

vibecheck

i laughed way to hard at this

go to a store Ask to check out ski boots, they will find you a math that YOU like. then go home and find a one for cheaper older year or used one. thats how i did it and i am really happy

SuckleBrickgo to a store Ask to check out ski boots, they will find you a math that YOU like. then go home and find a one for cheaper older year or used one. thats how i did it and i am really happy

Hmm.....there was never really any math I liked. Funny I ended up being a shipping clerk in produce for years. Good thing I learned to ten-key by touch. All spreadsheets were by hand! Inventory was a nightly task. Math!



Math says use a boot fitter. I did, and they knew better than me. The new boots are so easy to mold and liners to shape. Custom foot beds highly recommend.

Boot. Fitter.