need new boots. help!

tmcc71 · Jan 20, 2008, 9:02 AM

Hi, I currently have a pair of Nordica Gts 6 boots that I bought last season. I ski almost everday so they have about 120 days on them. They were not stiff enough and I have compressed the liners beyond being skiiable. I want to purchase new boots soon and am in the process of researching. I want a comfortable, reasonably performing boot that doesn't cost a fortune. I am willing to give up some performance to gain all day comfort but both would be nice. I am a fairly good skier, but I do 90% of my skiing at my local hill (wachusett). I do not need a race or super high performance boot. I would like a warm, stiff, reasonably priced boot. I know i will have to wait until the end of the season for any deals. I will go to a good bootfitter when the time comes but a starting off point based on your feedback would be nice. With so many brands out there it is hard to decide these days. Liner durability is a concern due to the volume of skiing I do. Thanks for your input. Tim from Worcester.

deadheadskier · Jan 20, 2008, 9:38 AM

In my opinion, it's far more difficult to give opinions on boots than it is on skis. The size and shape of feet varies a lot from person to person, so what might be a good brand for me, could be a bad fit for you.

tmcc71 · Jan 20, 2008, 9:42 AM

I see your point. I will of course try on the boots before I buy. I was just curious if people were getting good results from specific brands. For example, do Diabello liners last longer than head...etc. Maybe someone has found a hidden gem that only costs 300 that has a warm, sporty, comfortable feel. You never know.

andyzee · Jan 20, 2008, 9:47 AM

If money is an issue, have you looked into buying new liners?

tmcc71 · Jan 20, 2008, 9:51 AM

New liners for my boots are 140. That would not help the fact they are too soft a boot. They are a 70 on the flex scale. I would like something about 80 to 90.

andyzee · Jan 20, 2008, 9:52 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by tmcc71

New liners for my boots are 140. That would not help the fact they are too soft a boot. They are a 70 on the flex scale. I would like something about 80 to 90.

Take a look at the Nordica Beast 10s, if you like the GTs these would be stiffer.

ckofer · Jan 20, 2008, 9:56 AM

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Originally Posted by andyzee

If money is an issue, have you looked into buying new liners?

If money is an issue, how do you get 120 days a season? I think I'm jealous.

andyzee · Jan 20, 2008, 10:04 AM

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Originally Posted by ckofer

If money is an issue, how do you get 120 days a season? I think I'm jealous.

Good point!

tmcc71 · Jan 20, 2008, 10:32 AM

i get 100 or more days a season because i buy a season pass at Wachusett and ski evenings after work nightly as well as weekends. I go up north about 5 days a year. I live nearby so the fuel costs are negligible.
The cost of skiing after my season pass is 0. I live close enough so that I eat at home and i shop for ski bargains in the spring/summer. I am a 37 year old single teacher with no children. I am not the average near guy my age that has many responsibilities. If i were married and/or had children I would no doubt ski less. Money is not really all that much of a concern but i hate to spend huge dollars on boots when I know i am going to wear them out again in a season. I spend between 400 to 500 hours in a pair of boots over a season. I have not heard of one that will last that long without serious compression.

andyzee · Jan 20, 2008, 10:49 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by tmcc71

i get 100 or more days a season because i buy a season pass at Wachusett and ski evenings after work nightly as well as weekends. I go up north about 5 days a year. I live nearby so the fuel costs are negligible.
The cost of skiing after my season pass is 0. I live close enough so that I eat at home and i shop for ski bargains in the spring/summer. I am a 37 year old single teacher with no children. I am not the average near guy my age that has many responsibilities. If i were married and/or had children I would no doubt ski less. Money is not really all that much of a concern but i hate to spend huge dollars on boots when I know i am going to wear them out again in a season. I spend between 400 to 500 hours in a pair of boots over a season. I have not heard of one that will last that long without serious compression.

Just a lil good humored bustin, I'm the same way, ski a lot and do what I can to save. Different brands fit different people, Nordicas are good for a wider foot. If the GTS fit you good but you want something stiffer, try the Nordica Beast 10, you can find them here at $299, flex rating 80. I never tried them, but I do like the Beast line. I like my Beasts with a rating of I believe 130.

Jan 20, 2008, 9:02 AM	#1 (permalink)
tmcc71 Join Date: May 2007 Posts: 18	need new boots. help! Hi, I currently have a pair of Nordica Gts 6 boots that I bought last season. I ski almost everday so they have about 120 days on them. They were not stiff enough and I have compressed the liners beyond being skiiable. I want to purchase new boots soon and am in the process of researching. I want a comfortable, reasonably performing boot that doesn't cost a fortune. I am willing to give up some performance to gain all day comfort but both would be nice. I am a fairly good skier, but I do 90% of my skiing at my local hill (wachusett). I do not need a race or super high performance boot. I would like a warm, stiff, reasonably priced boot. I know i will have to wait until the end of the season for any deals. I will go to a good bootfitter when the time comes but a starting off point based on your feedback would be nice. With so many brands out there it is hard to decide these days. Liner durability is a concern due to the volume of skiing I do. Thanks for your input. Tim from Worcester.

Jan 20, 2008, 9:38 AM	#2 (permalink)
deadheadskier Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Southeast NH Posts: 3,451	In my opinion, it's far more difficult to give opinions on boots than it is on skis. The size and shape of feet varies a lot from person to person, so what might be a good brand for me, could be a bad fit for you. __________________ 07-08

Jan 20, 2008, 9:42 AM	#3 (permalink)
tmcc71 Join Date: May 2007 Posts: 18	true I see your point. I will of course try on the boots before I buy. I was just curious if people were getting good results from specific brands. For example, do Diabello liners last longer than head...etc. Maybe someone has found a hidden gem that only costs 300 that has a warm, sporty, comfortable feel. You never know.

Jan 20, 2008, 9:47 AM	#4 (permalink)
andyzee Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Home Posts: 7,395	If money is an issue, have you looked into buying new liners? __________________ Hardware is out Stitches are out

Jan 20, 2008, 9:51 AM	#5 (permalink)
tmcc71 Join Date: May 2007 Posts: 18	i did New liners for my boots are 140. That would not help the fact they are too soft a boot. They are a 70 on the flex scale. I would like something about 80 to 90.

Jan 20, 2008, 10:32 AM	#9 (permalink)
tmcc71 Join Date: May 2007 Posts: 18	good question i get 100 or more days a season because i buy a season pass at Wachusett and ski evenings after work nightly as well as weekends. I go up north about 5 days a year. I live nearby so the fuel costs are negligible. The cost of skiing after my season pass is 0. I live close enough so that I eat at home and i shop for ski bargains in the spring/summer. I am a 37 year old single teacher with no children. I am not the average near guy my age that has many responsibilities. If i were married and/or had children I would no doubt ski less. Money is not really all that much of a concern but i hate to spend huge dollars on boots when I know i am going to wear them out again in a season. I spend between 400 to 500 hours in a pair of boots over a season. I have not heard of one that will last that long without serious compression.

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