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Full Tilt B&E Pro boots too tight?

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pinkvomit
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Hey guys,
after getting the Faction Prodigy 2.0 with a Tyrolia Attack 13 GW binding, I needed a pair of new ski boots. I got the FT B&E boots on the Black Friday for a good deal but was disappointed very quickly. Idk maybe I'm just dumb and exaggerate bc I never had my own ski gear before so I don't know how brand new ski boots should feel but these ones are hurting awfully (also tomorrow is the last day I'm allowed to return them).

The last and highest buckle is closing with much effort on the right boot and not even reaching on the left one. After wearing them for 5 minutes I feel a tickling feeling in my feet. Also there's too much pressure on my calf and my shin, it does really hurt.

I can't imagine that they're gonna feel right after a time, also can't imagine skiing in them like that. When it comes to the sole it fits perfectly, the boot fits me there and I don't have too much room around my toes.

Please help, Idk if I should keep them, hoping they will adjust to my foot or return them and get another ski boot (would need recommendations for one for wide feet, with not more than a 80/85 flex)
Dec 3 2021 10:13AM
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JLej
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ski boots will not adjust to your feet. the shell stays rigid as its supposed to.

You're not supposed to buy boots without trying them on. You dont actually get a choice in what boots you get to wear. You can only pick boots that fit your feet otherwise you need extensive boot fitting that required drilling out plastic shell to fit your feet so you arent horribly uncomfortable.

You should probably return them and go to a ski shop with a wide boot selection and they'll find you boots that fit your feet.
Dec 3 2021 10:23AM
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pinkvomit
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JLejski boots will not adjust to your feet. the shell stays rigid as its supposed to.

You're not supposed to buy boots without trying them on. You dont actually get a choice in what boots you get to wear. You can only pick boots that fit your feet otherwise you need extensive boot fitting that required drilling out plastic shell to fit your feet so you arent horribly uncomfortable.

You should probably return them and go to a ski shop with a wide boot selection and they'll find you boots that fit your feet.


Thank you for your reply:)

Never meant that the shell's gonna adjust, was talking bout the liner but I just didn't make that clear😅

The problem is that all the ski shops whoch are "near" me (an hour away) only have traditional alpin ski boots (carving, etc). The next ski shop which would have free ride and touring gear, not even park gear, is in Munich, which is a good 2h drive away from me so I'm not really possible to go and try some on easily
Dec 3 2021 10:26AM
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JLej
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pinkvomitThank you for your reply:)

Never meant that the shell's gonna adjust, was talking bout the liner but I just didn't make that clear😅

The problem is that all the ski shops whoch are "near" me (an hour away) only have traditional alpin ski boots (carving, etc). The next ski shop which would have free ride and touring gear, not even park gear, is in Munich, which is a good 2h drive away from me so I'm not really possible to go and try some on easily


Liners will adjust a tiny amount but nothing significant unless its heat moldable.



Theres only really 3 types of boots. Race boots, Touring boots, and regular Alpine ski boots. If you specify how you like to ski which any ski shop will ask you anyway you dont have to worry about being put into a really stiff narrow race boot or touring boot.

4 buckle overlap boots work just as well as 3 piece boots. park boots arent a thing. theyre just alpine ski boots. needing full tilts for park is marketing bullshit. If you really really really really want to insist on 3 piece boots ask to try on some dalbello boots because theyre everywhere and their sizing is really comfortable for wide feet
Dec 3 2021 10:38AM
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Session
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Heat mold the liner.
Dec 3 2021 11:52AM
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KilaTsunami
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Bring them to a boot fitter and get the liner AND shell heat molded. If that doesn’t work return them asap. Try on lots of boots when you’re there.




Full Tilts never feel good on my feet. Which totally sucks because they’re so god damn fresh. I got my shit done right this year and I don’t regret it.
Dec 3 2021 11:57AM
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kvan
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Return them while you can and purchase a boot through the guidance of a bootfitter. Would you rather get a deal on a boot that ruins your season because you're always in pain, or be willing to maybe spend a little more to get fitted to something that works with you and not against you? People make the common mistake of choosing a boot based on a review they read online or a suggestion from a buddy, but the boot should choose you based on your specific anatomy, biomechanics, ability etc. Sure, it may delay your ability to get out on the hill but it's worth the patience of going through the process. I can't even begin to tell you how you will benefit from a performance and comfort benefit in the long run.
Dec 3 2021 12:29PM
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Non_State_Actor
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Return them and make an appointment here:
https://blacksheepsports.de/
They will get your boots sorted out. A two hour drive will be nothing compared to hours of pain in boots that don't fit.
Dec 4 2021 2:43AM
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Shred-n-bed
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You could try to get the liners heat molded my pare of full tilt Sammy carlsons fit perfectly after a heat mold, your local ski shop probably has them
Dec 4 2021 8:39AM
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piss.boy
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pinkvomitThank you for your reply:)

Never meant that the shell's gonna adjust, was talking bout the liner but I just didn't make that clear😅

The problem is that all the ski shops whoch are "near" me (an hour away) only have traditional alpin ski boots (carving, etc). The next ski shop which would have free ride and touring gear, not even park gear, is in Munich, which is a good 2h drive away from me so I'm not really possible to go and try some on easily


In my opinion 2 hour drive is worth some good fit boots. I drove about 2 and a half to a shop but I have a pretty open schedule so idk
Dec 4 2021 10:43AM
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mott
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park boots literally dont exist its just good marketing by full tilt
Dec 4 2021 6:32PM
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.nasty
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KilaTsunamiBring them to a boot fitter and get the liner AND shell heat molded. If that doesn’t work return them asap. Try on lots of boots when you’re there.




Full Tilts never feel good on my feet. Which totally sucks because they’re so god damn fresh. I got my shit done right this year and I don’t regret it.


If he has them heat molded I doubt they will let him return them
Dec 4 2021 6:35PM
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CalumSKI
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please everyone, just get a boot fit. a good deal isn't worth a shitty fitting boot.
Dec 4 2021 7:23PM
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KilaTsunami
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.nastyIf he has them heat molded I doubt they will let him return them


They can re heat mold them
Dec 4 2021 11:12PM
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KCoCM
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KilaTsunamiThey can re heat mold them


Dec 5 2021 12:11PM
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KCoCM
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KilaTsunamiget the liner AND shell heat molded

I would get more opinions on this before going and asking them to heat up your whole boot. Im not versed at all in the means of ski boot construction and the types of things that compromise a boots integrity, but I let a guy heat my entire boot to mold my liners before and afterwards my tongues didnt contact my shell at the same points anymore and there are gaps between the tongue and shell that werent there before the boot was heated
Dec 5 2021 12:16PM
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KilaTsunami
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KCoCMI would get more opinions on this before going and asking them to heat up your whole boot. Im not versed at all in the means of ski boot construction and the types of things that compromise a boots integrity, but I let a guy heat my entire boot to mold my liners before and afterwards my tongues didnt contact my shell at the same points anymore and there are gaps between the tongue and shell that werent there before the boot was heated


That sucks homie. But it kinda sounds like the guy didn’t know what he was doing, or he fucked up. Bring it to a specialist. The tech that did mine went to some sort of “boot fitting training course” up at Mount Snow and my kicks fit perfectly now. Heat molded the liners twice. Then we did the shell. We even cut some elastic off the liner to relieve some pressure I was having. Best part is, it was all free since I copped the boots from them.
Dec 5 2021 6:06PM
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