Guide to Buying Ski Boots

Skiing is a sport that can be expensive, which is why many people wait for last minute ski deals before they book a holiday. Many companies offer last minute ski deals and as long as you are flexible with your choice of destination and dates you can make some excellent savings this way.

Once the excitement of booking those last minute ski deals has waned, your thoughts will no doubt be turning to what you might need to take with you. While you can hire equipment in resort when you arrive, the experts say their one piece of advice if you want to make the most of your holiday is to buy your own ski boots.

There is nothing worse than getting out there on the slopes with big plans to ski all over the mountain and finding that by lunch time your feet are in agony and you can barely walk, let alone ski. The fit and quality of your ski boots are so important, and although ski hire shops will alter them for you as often as necessary, you really don’t want to waste time when you only have a few days on the slopes. With today’s amazing technology and an expert fitter, you can find the perfect boots.

Guide to Buying Ski Boots

The first tip is to be prepared and to follow the advice below from start to finish. When going ski boot shopping make sure you have plenty of time. Choosing boots and having them moulded takes time - sometimes even up to two hours. You may also need more than one visit.

Make sure you clip your nails, as this will help you get the best and most comfortable fit and you need to wear ski socks. Don’t wear skinny jeans, it is best to wear shorts or loose trousers that you can roll up other wise leg fit can be affected.

When choosing a retailer, go for a specialist one with well-trained staff. Never buy online or off the shelf as the fitting is the most important part of achieving comfort from your boots. It is advisable to go shopping when the shop is quieter and you can get the staff’s full attention. If you go before the season starts you will get a good choice of stock.

Temperature is important and will be different in the shop than on the slopes, but trust your fitter to guide you on this. Your fitter will also advice on brands, sizing and the best fit for you. Always try to be as communicative as possible and feed back to your fitter - anything you are unsure about needs to be voiced. You must also be truthful about how well you ski, as boots are designed to match skill.

Finally, it is a good idea to forget fashion when buying ski boots - go for comfort and best fit.

If you follow the above advice when shopping for new ski boots, you'll enjoy a much more comfortable and enjoyable time on your last minute ski deals.