Bulgaria Ski discussion board

Ski Boots

I purchased a pair of rear entry Salomon boots approximately twenty years ago, they were used for two seasons at intermediate level. I started skiing again last season and did not use them, I am upper intermediate level now, the boots are in good condition.
My question is are modern boots significantly better than the old rear entry ones ? Should I take them or consign them to the bin and invest in a new pair?
Any thoughts would be appreciated.
Thanks John, Cheryl and James

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Have some old Solomon boots I still use. Went to change them a year ago because they were looking scuffed but still in good condition. The lady in the shop asked me if they still felt comfy and in control doing all I needed to do when skiing. I said yes they were good and never made my feet or legs ache. She said dont change them then so I didnt and they are still going strong even though they dont look very modern.
dbut

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I have just replaced my old rear entry boots due to the fact a battered them into submission over prob 10+ trips. My new boots seem very comfy but the true test is the slope. I wouldnt of changed them if I hadnt had too, old ones were comfy and did the job.

If youve only done two seasons then I would def keep them perhaps wait till you move up levels again and then think about new ones.

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Hi Dick,

Did you sorrt out that photo?

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Thank you very much to all that have responded, I am taking your advice and will be staying with my old boots.
Much appreciated.
John

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There may be an issue with old style boots and new style ski's. Perhaps call a shop in UK and ask. Also you could rent a new pair for a day just to confirm to yourself that there is or isn't a difference. You could turn into Bodie overight !?
Best of luck John

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New bindings work with old boots its the same fitment, although the manufacturers have missed a trick there.