2007-08 "Resident" Boot Fitter Thread

Skiiboot · Oct 20, 2007, 4:40 PM

NHPH

I got to ski them and liked them. The only thing you need to careful about is getting the correct size boot. I got to ski them for 4 runs and they started to get big. Also if you know your size look around you may be able find a better price.

Thanks

Jeff

NHpowderhound · Oct 25, 2007, 3:10 PM

Thanks for the prompt reply Jeff!
By "felt big" do you mean they felt sloppy on your foot?
I have been pricing these babys through different avenues already and have found quite a difference in price. I am aware there is a Tornados and Tornado Pro. I have been looking at the T Pros. If I were to purchase these online or elsewhere could YOU fit me at your shop in Concord?

((*
*))NHPH

Skiiboot · Oct 25, 2007, 3:36 PM

NHPH

They got bigger after a couple of runs, so if they feel a bit tight when you tried them on thats good. I have no problem where you get the boots, look for the best price.

tcharron · Nov 5, 2007, 4:00 PM

This will sound silly, but.

Last year I bought a pair of Dalbello ski boot, I can't recall the exact model offhand, but it was an offyear model with adjustable settings for carving. When I first tried on the boot, I loved it. I love the adjustments I can make in how much movement I have forward and back in my ankles, but there's one issue. While they feel comfortable, while I'm skiing, they hurt my toes. They're not squished or anything, but it's almost like when actually going skiing on them, that the TOP of my toes is being pinched. I haven't tried to take the liner out or anything yet, but, would it help? Did I simply buy something that just didn't fit me right?

hammer · Nov 5, 2007, 4:07 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by tcharron

This will sound silly, but.

Last year I bought a pair of Dalbello ski boot, I can't recall the exact model offhand, but it was an offyear model with adjustable settings for carving. When I first tried on the boot, I loved it. I love the adjustments I can make in how much movement I have forward and back in my ankles, but there's one issue. While they feel comfortable, while I'm skiing, they hurt my toes. They're not squished or anything, but it's almost like when actually going skiing on them, that the TOP of my toes is being pinched. I haven't tried to take the liner out or anything yet, but, would it help? Did I simply buy something that just didn't fit me right?

Did you have a shell fit done when you tried the boots out? Also, how far do you have to crank down the buckles?

Just thinking of a few fit-related questions, but I defer to Jeff's expertise...if you live near Concord, maybe a visit to Jeff would be in order.

tcharron · Nov 5, 2007, 8:55 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by hammer

Did you have a shell fit done when you tried the boots out? Also, how far do you have to crank down the buckles?

Just thinking of a few fit-related questions, but I defer to Jeff's expertise...if you live near Concord, maybe a visit to Jeff would be in order.

No, no fitting done at all. They where on sale, I liked them, and they walked comfy.

After your question, I just went ahead and actually tried them on, and took the liner out of the boot itself. Now taking into consideration that the buckles themselves are adjustable, The buckles are in the following order, from toe up.

Toe: First slot
Second: Third slot (in the middle)
Third: Second or third slot (roughly in the middle)
Last (highest): First slot

What I did notice was the liner itself has a big '+' stich in the front, over the toes. After putting the liner itself on my foot, without the rest of the boot, I noticed that it seemed to be 'squeezing' the toes together a little bit. When I wiggle the toes outside of the boot, I can feel the stiching in the '+' rubbing against my big toe, ironically enough, where it tends to hurt/getsore/cold while I've ben skiing for a few hours.

Skiiboot · Nov 6, 2007, 5:35 PM

tcharron,

Sometimes the funniest things can cause the biggest problems. The stiching is one, this is a common problem when the toe box is a little tight, some boots are better then others.

Thanks

Jeff

tcharron · Nov 6, 2007, 5:45 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Skiiboot

tcharron,

Sometimes the funniest things can cause the biggest problems. The stiching is one, this is a common problem when the toe box is a little tight, some boots are better then others.

Thanks

Jeff

I believe this to be the issue, it is a little tight, after taking into consideration comments, and actually looking.

How much are custom liners for boots typically? While in the future I think I'll choose a boot with a bit more toe room, I do really like the boot itself.

Skiiboot · Nov 7, 2007, 7:50 AM

Make more toe room, it's a common fix. If you are looking at new liners it depends on what you what for liners, the price can range from 150-400$

Jeff

skidbump · Nov 22, 2007, 9:03 AM

Jeff,
I skied 100 + days on my nodica speed machines "14" and end of last season/ begining this season my right heel falls asleep after about 30 min.I losened 2 middle buckles and flex foot and seems ok but i cant find a pressure point "i think its along my achilles tendon towards top of heel".When i loosen boots i cant find a happy place its iether heel asleep or heel lifts and rubs..I feel like the rubbing on back of heel is causing a large round callus or bone spur on back of heel. We ground out where callus/spur is and also worked on heel pocket of boot"sanded down along where i thought tendon was feeling pressure.

Thanks
PAT

Oct 20, 2007, 4:40 PM	#11 (permalink)
Skiiboot Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Concord NH Posts: 97	NHPH I got to ski them and liked them. The only thing you need to careful about is getting the correct size boot. I got to ski them for 4 runs and they started to get big. Also if you know your size look around you may be able find a better price. Thanks Jeff __________________ Jeff Bokum, C-Ped Profile Orthotic Center 603-491-4917 Skiiboot@aol.com Click HERE for a printable 10% Off coupon!

Oct 25, 2007, 3:36 PM	#13 (permalink)
Skiiboot Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Concord NH Posts: 97	NHPH They got bigger after a couple of runs, so if they feel a bit tight when you tried them on thats good. I have no problem where you get the boots, look for the best price. __________________ Jeff Bokum, C-Ped Profile Orthotic Center 603-491-4917 Skiiboot@aol.com Click HERE for a printable 10% Off coupon!

Nov 6, 2007, 5:35 PM	#17 (permalink)
Skiiboot Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Concord NH Posts: 97	tcharron, Sometimes the funniest things can cause the biggest problems. The stiching is one, this is a common problem when the toe box is a little tight, some boots are better then others. Thanks Jeff __________________ Jeff Bokum, C-Ped Profile Orthotic Center 603-491-4917 Skiiboot@aol.com Click HERE for a printable 10% Off coupon!

Nov 7, 2007, 7:50 AM	#19 (permalink)
Skiiboot Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Concord NH Posts: 97	Make more toe room, it's a common fix. If you are looking at new liners it depends on what you what for liners, the price can range from 150-400$ Jeff __________________ Jeff Bokum, C-Ped Profile Orthotic Center 603-491-4917 Skiiboot@aol.com Click HERE for a printable 10% Off coupon!

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Oct 25, 2007, 3:10 PM	#12 (permalink)
NHpowderhound Join Date: May 2005 Location: The Woods at Jay Peak Posts: 497	Thanks for the prompt reply Jeff! By "felt big" do you mean they felt sloppy on your foot? I have been pricing these babys through different avenues already and have found quite a difference in price. I am aware there is a Tornados and Tornado Pro. I have been looking at the T Pros. If I were to purchase these online or elsewhere could YOU fit me at your shop in Concord? ((* *))NHPH

Nov 5, 2007, 4:00 PM	#14 (permalink)
tcharron Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Lyndeborough, NH Posts: 1,324	This will sound silly, but. Last year I bought a pair of Dalbello ski boot, I can't recall the exact model offhand, but it was an offyear model with adjustable settings for carving. When I first tried on the boot, I loved it. I love the adjustments I can make in how much movement I have forward and back in my ankles, but there's one issue. While they feel comfortable, while I'm skiing, they hurt my toes. They're not squished or anything, but it's almost like when actually going skiing on them, that the TOP of my toes is being pinched. I haven't tried to take the liner out or anything yet, but, would it help? Did I simply buy something that just didn't fit me right?

Nov 22, 2007, 9:03 AM	#20 (permalink)
skidbump buddy the wonder dog Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: hyde park,ny Posts: 385	Jeff, I skied 100 + days on my nodica speed machines "14" and end of last season/ begining this season my right heel falls asleep after about 30 min.I losened 2 middle buckles and flex foot and seems ok but i cant find a pressure point "i think its along my achilles tendon towards top of heel".When i loosen boots i cant find a happy place its iether heel asleep or heel lifts and rubs..I feel like the rubbing on back of heel is causing a large round callus or bone spur on back of heel. We ground out where callus/spur is and also worked on heel pocket of boot"sanded down along where i thought tendon was feeling pressure. Thanks PAT