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New ski boots...which to buy?

Fri, 17 May 2013 20:45:07 GMT

Hello,
I'm new to this forum and I was hoping to get some insight on what boots to purchase.

I wanted to take advantage of the sales this spring and buy new ski boots for next year. I;m looking to get an intermediate boot which will help me progress as a skier. I'm an aggressive male skier and weight 205lbs.

I'm trying to decide between 3 boots.

2013 Nordica Transfire R2
2013 Dalbello Viper 8
2013 Salomon Quest 90

Thanks for your help.
T.

Re:New ski boots...which to buy?

Fri, 17 May 2013 20:50:46 GMT

Buy the ones that fit.

Re:New ski boots...which to buy?

Sat, 18 May 2013 06:59:33 GMT

Well apart from completely agreeing with Snapzz there are a few things you can do to help yourself.
1) find a good boot fitter and let them suggest which boot. Forget any pre-conceived ideas about colors matching you jacket etc, just go with suggestion.
2) If you have high arches, bulky ankles or any etc then number 1 is not optional.
3) If you go alone few rules of thumb. Toes should touch end when standing up straight. Tighten them up and walk around should be zero movement. If they are comfortable at his point then they are already too big. Biggest mistake people make with boots is going for comfort and then 1-w week later they will end up slack.

Lastly boots are unlikely to improve your skiing. Nice to have if you invest in something that fits properly but definitely no magic bullet.

Re:New ski boots...which to buy?

Sat, 18 May 2013 08:57:09 GMT

The only boots to buy are the boots that fit.NOT THE MAKE OR COLOUR.I bought a pair of boots because the the boots i hired were so poor i had blisters the size of small rock on my toes and heels.The new boots didnt make me ski any better but by 4pm in the afternoons my feet were still alive.Believe me your own boots are a good investment.

Re:New ski boots...which to buy?

Sat, 18 May 2013 10:43:09 GMT

i agree with all the above...the main thing is fit ..and if you have any foot related problem ..( I have flat feet) the best thing you can do is get a proper heat moulded insole...the best thing I have ever invested in...All rancheros advice is excellent but if you feel confident and know your own feet ..ie how long are they ..how wide are they..you then have to do the research and find out what sort of fitting the boots are..most of the manufacturers will tell you what the width of their boots are..it can be done..I have....but if in doubt go to a good fitter...ask on here for someone near where you are..I am sure there will be pointers

Re:New ski boots...which to buy?

Sat, 18 May 2013 12:17:36 GMT

Excellent advice from everyone.

Also, expect to spend up to 2 hours in the ski shop getting the right boots, especially if they are heat mouldable type boots/liners.

Re:New ski boots...which to buy?

Sat, 25 May 2013 11:33:06 GMT

A lot depends on the shape of your foot. Some boots suit different shaped feet.
I can not wear Nordica but Saloman fit well.
Find a shop with an experienced fitter and try several on. Take time and move about with them on. You should be able to tell which to dismiss immediately as unsuitable for your feet.

Re:New ski boots...which to buy?

Sun, 26 May 2013 19:22:43 GMT

If you wear orthopaedic inserts in your shoes should you put them in your ski boots? Or are there specific inserts for ski boots?

Re:New ski boots...which to buy?

Sun, 26 May 2013 23:13:01 GMT

The inserts for ski boots are not as good as the ones for ordinary footwear as they are not designed to be flexible so you can wear them but I would ask your podiatrist..If you need inserts you need to try them in all the boots you try on

Re:New ski boots...which to buy?

Mon, 27 May 2013 00:32:22 GMT

calgr2013 wrote: If you wear orthopaedic inserts in your shoes should you put them in your ski boots? Or are there specific inserts for ski boots?

I have orthopaedic insoles. Due to running over 20,000 miles as a runner, and something towards 200 weeks of skiing, I developed fascia plantar, or flat feet.

I put one pair of insoles in my ski boots at the start of winter, and they stay there until April.

On the other hand, my boots, although really good boots are a little long in the tooth.

Were I to be buying now, I would almost certainly buy footbeds. Also, I would almost certainly drive the 350 miles, (each way), to CEM's boot business.