Boots for flat feet

Chris_skis · Dec 4, 2005, 10:05 PM

A few years ago, I purchased on sale a pair of Salomon XWave 8.0.

Now they are so big and ill fitting that I do not want to spend any more money on them, and rather buy a new pair of boots and getting it right this time.

I know that each vendors makes boots to fit different people's feet. I have flat feet and use Sperfeet in my boots. I also have proheminent ankle bone which requires having the side of the boots "punched out" quite a bit. I am 6'0" and 160lbs, and an advance skier. I ski in Ontario and Quebec, so I ski ice.

What are your opinion on the best make for this. I was suggested Atomics M:9 or B:9.

riverc0il · Dec 5, 2005, 5:49 AM

regardless of ski, i think you'll need a custom footbed. that should make all the difference. talk to a reputable boot fitter about your needs. they should be able to take a quick look at your foot and bring out a few pairs that would best meet your needs. go with the one that fits the best, then get a custom to take care of the flat foot. i have a pair of xwave 10s and flat feet and the custom helped.

Charlie Schuessler · Dec 5, 2005, 3:23 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by riverc0il

...i think you'll need a custom footbed. that should make all the difference. talk to a reputable boot fitter about your needs. they should be able to take a quick look at your foot and bring out a few pairs that would best meet your needs. go with the one that fits the best, then get a custom to take care of the flat foot...

What is described above is the correct way to purchase ski boots...great advice!

marcski · Dec 5, 2005, 4:43 PM

I read your post and was totally going to tell you, just as RC did..that you sound like you could really benefit from a custom footbed. Also, it sounds like your last pair were not the correct size for you. While there will always be some pack-out in your liners, they should still be snug enough to fit after a few years. Definitely research and find a good reputable bootfitter. You might pay some more..but you'll be very happy later on.

Chris_skis · Dec 5, 2005, 7:49 PM

Thank guys. You gave me some really good advise. I'll check around for a good boot fitter.

bigbog · Dec 5, 2005, 8:40 PM

Chris, rivercOil has a number of good threads in here!
You want to end up in a relaxed, balanced stance in your boots. You just can't ski very well in boots that you're swimmin' in.

Chris_skis · Dec 5, 2005, 8:49 PM

I am wearing my old boots right now just to find out how they feel.

I am a runner and I do 50-60 miles a week during the summer and the marathon season. I amsaying this because my feet size change when you do a lot of running mileage. Some people feet may increase up to a full size.

Since my feet are a bit longer, I touch the tip of the boot. Unfortunately,I can bend my arch quite a bit but right now I have a nasty pinch on the lateral aspect on the metatarsal (mid foot) of the right foot. So the boot is a bit narrow on the midfoot for me but the volume is too large. I could almost bend my toes all the way down.

SKIQUATTRO · Dec 6, 2005, 12:14 PM

"THE" most important piece of equipment you can buy for skiing...dump the money into your boots and skimp somewhere else

Dec 4, 2005, 10:05 PM	#1 (permalink)
Chris_skis Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Ottawa, Ontario Posts: 26	Boots for flat feet A few years ago, I purchased on sale a pair of Salomon XWave 8.0. Now they are so big and ill fitting that I do not want to spend any more money on them, and rather buy a new pair of boots and getting it right this time. I know that each vendors makes boots to fit different people's feet. I have flat feet and use Sperfeet in my boots. I also have proheminent ankle bone which requires having the side of the boots "punched out" quite a bit. I am 6'0" and 160lbs, and an advance skier. I ski in Ontario and Quebec, so I ski ice. What are your opinion on the best make for this. I was suggested Atomics M:9 or B:9. __________________ Chris

Dec 5, 2005, 5:49 AM	#2 (permalink)
riverc0il Ari Join Date: Jul 2001 Location: Ashland, NH Posts: 6,700	regardless of ski, i think you'll need a custom footbed. that should make all the difference. talk to a reputable boot fitter about your needs. they should be able to take a quick look at your foot and bring out a few pairs that would best meet your needs. go with the one that fits the best, then get a custom to take care of the flat foot. i have a pair of xwave 10s and flat feet and the custom helped. __________________ -Steve TheSnowWay.com featuring Big Jay Coverage "Skiing is not a sport, it is a way of life." - Otto Schniebs 52

Dec 5, 2005, 7:49 PM	#5 (permalink)
Chris_skis Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Ottawa, Ontario Posts: 26	Thank guys. You gave me some really good advise. I'll check around for a good boot fitter. __________________ Chris

Dec 5, 2005, 8:40 PM	#6 (permalink)
bigbog You're now Away from the City Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: maine Posts: 1,109	..... Chris, rivercOil has a number of good threads in here! You want to end up in a relaxed, balanced stance in your boots. You just can't ski very well in boots that you're swimmin' in.

Dec 5, 2005, 8:49 PM	#7 (permalink)
Chris_skis Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Ottawa, Ontario Posts: 26	I am wearing my old boots right now just to find out how they feel. I am a runner and I do 50-60 miles a week during the summer and the marathon season. I amsaying this because my feet size change when you do a lot of running mileage. Some people feet may increase up to a full size. Since my feet are a bit longer, I touch the tip of the boot. Unfortunately,I can bend my arch quite a bit but right now I have a nasty pinch on the lateral aspect on the metatarsal (mid foot) of the right foot. So the boot is a bit narrow on the midfoot for me but the volume is too large. I could almost bend my toes all the way down. __________________ Chris

Dec 5, 2005, 4:43 PM	#4 (permalink)
marcski Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Westchester County, NY and a Mountain near you! Posts: 892	I read your post and was totally going to tell you, just as RC did..that you sound like you could really benefit from a custom footbed. Also, it sounds like your last pair were not the correct size for you. While there will always be some pack-out in your liners, they should still be snug enough to fit after a few years. Definitely research and find a good reputable bootfitter. You might pay some more..but you'll be very happy later on.

Dec 6, 2005, 12:14 PM	#8 (permalink)
SKIQUATTRO Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: LI, NY Posts: 1,443	BOOTS "THE" most important piece of equipment you can buy for skiing...dump the money into your boots and skimp somewhere else __________________ updownupdownupdownupdown

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