Ski Boots

Choosing the Right Ski Boot

Buying the right ski boots is essential to fulfilling your skiing activities. There are a number of priorities to consider when searching for the right ski boot; colour, style and budget being the lowest of them.
So if you’re planning a shopping trip to get yourself adequately ‘booted’, here are some top tips on what to look out for:

Fashion faux pas: Forget fashion. When it comes to buying ski boots, the first things to look out for are comfort and fit as this will influence, to some degree, the level of your performance on the slopes. You should base your ski boots on your foot’s shape and as well its volume.

Don’t skimp on price: Ski boots can be a bit costly, but consider this an investment as opposed to trying to settle on a bargain. Patience is also required and shoppers should expect to try on a number of pairs in order to find the perfect fit. Once you’re strapped into a pair, try standing and walking with them on. If this feels comfortable, try bending your knees to mimic the sensation of being on the slopes. If you feel an even distribution of pressure within the boot, then they’re likely to be the right pair for you.

Different strokes for different folks: Expert level skiers normally prefer a firmer ski boot as opposed to beginners who require a bit more flexibility. As such, your level of expertise should determine the stiffness of the boot. Many beginner skiers would usually prefer ski boots with thicker lining for both comfort and warmth. However, if there’s too much volume within the skis, they won’t be as responsive to movement once you hit the slopes, so it’s important to keep that in mind.

Branding: When it comes to sportswear, or ski boots in particular, labels are an important consideration and there are certain brands that expert skiers recommend as being the best on the market. Atomic M-Tech 11, Head RS 100 Superheat 3 and Dalbello Krypton Pro Race are the best downhill or Alpine ski boots. Head S10, Fischer MX Pro and Atomic M Tech are known for Telemark ski boots. Those looking for cross-country ski boots then you should check out Fisher MX 9, Dalbello ZX Superspot and the Head Edge 10.7 Superheat s/L.
It’s always best to seek the advice of boot fitters and experienced skiers when shopping for ski boots and other ski apparel in order to help find the right equipment for your needs.

About the Author: This is a guest post written by Roxanne Bridger, a travel blogger for flights comparison site CheapFlights.co.uk


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  1. Dave avatar

    It’s important to realise that going with a good brand is not the same as following fashion. Just because your ski gear looks good doesn’t mean it;s fit for purpose.

    Great advice for the novice skier too. Thanks 🙂