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Ski boots

Paul chapman Author:paul chapman posts : 94   (Intermediate)Date : 02-19-12 17:54

Ski boots

Not sure if this has been posted before but where is the best place to buy ski boots in borovets.
pointanual Author:pointanual posts : 125   (Intermediate)Date : 02-19-12 19:01

re: Ski boots

hi

ski boots can be quite a problem!!

don't know how pice compares to the uk, but i would stick to uk as no languge problems when fitting, they can push boots out if theres a tite spot, most shops will have a return policy

if your in the south west i would recommend devon ski centre, they often have last years models at great prices, last month i only paid £133 for sum head ski boots

top tip is to have your boots fitted in the afternon as by that time feet wil be at there ...
hi

ski boots can be quite a problem!!

don't know how pice compares to the uk, but i would stick to uk as no languge problems when fitting, they can push boots out if theres a tite spot, most shops will have a return policy

if your in the south west i would recommend devon ski centre, they often have last years models at great prices, last month i only paid £133 for sum head ski boots

top tip is to have your boots fitted in the afternon as by that time feet wil be at there widest!!

hope your chosen pair are a fab fit Razz

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Paul chapman Author:paul chapman posts : 94   (Intermediate)Date : 02-19-12 19:42

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I'm from Luton so Milton Keynes and Hemel snow centres are really close. I have wide feet and have problems with toes going numb when skiing
fraser Author:fraser posts : 728   (Expert)Date : 02-19-12 20:24

re: Ski boots

in that case, definately get them fitted here in the uk and be prepared to spend the time> dont get fobbed off by S&R selling you what they want you to have its your money, be comfortable.
dona Author:dona posts : 1017   (Master)Date : 02-19-12 21:17

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I have to say getting properly fitted boots is a must if you have any slight issues. I have huge calves from 20 odd years of footie and struggle to get boots that do up let alone fit as I have small feet too.

My ski instructor took me on Saturday out in pamps after a day skiing and spent literally hours making sure mine were perfect.

Although he did have issues with me insisting they had to not only fit but look good he he. Good luck with your search. Oh and if you're anywhere near ...
I have to say getting properly fitted boots is a must if you have any slight issues. I have huge calves from 20 odd years of footie and struggle to get boots that do up let alone fit as I have small feet too.

My ski instructor took me on Saturday out in pamps after a day skiing and spent literally hours making sure mine were perfect.

Although he did have issues with me insisting they had to not only fit but look good he he. Good luck with your search. Oh and if you're anywhere near the south coast Filarinski's near chichester are amazing Very Happy Very Happy

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Pamporovo Pete Author:Pamporovo Pete posts : 14180   (Master)Date : 02-20-12 01:07

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I'll second that Dona - Angie bought a new pair at Filarinski's that appeared great when she tried them on, but on skiing in them the first day they werer really tight and uncomfortable. Took them back and Marco changed them immediately with no fuss and no charge.

Also bought my new skis there - Atomic Smokes and I lovvvvve them Razz

PP
pointanual Author:pointanual posts : 125   (Intermediate)Date : 02-20-12 13:15

re: Ski boots

hi again

snap my feet are really wide too!!!

had my old ski boots pushed out several times but still no good Mad

where my feet hurt it also caused legs to get tied

the boots i bought (after alot of research!!!),were: head i type 10, they have a last, (width), of 106mm, fully recommend after a week of hard skiing Very Happy
thelma heath Author:thelma heath posts : 52   (Intermediate)Date : 02-20-12 13:28

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why oh why does the ski boot manufacturers not cater for people with wide feet?-I always have difficulties and although I am only 8st.12 and small I have wide feet and always end up by having boots a little larger to sort out the width-nordica seem to be slightly wider. My daughter who is very over weight basically doesn't ski now as she can't find boots either wide enough in the feet or the calves.Any solutions folks-yes we have been to Filirinskis but not even Marco can find the solution.
Niki Author:Niki posts : 213   (Intermediate)Date : 02-20-12 15:54

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Get some slippers and take up snowboarding Very Happy
Paul chapman Author:paul chapman posts : 94   (Intermediate)Date : 02-20-12 22:08

re: Ski boots

Thanks everybody for your help looking at a couple of pairs this coming weekend at Hemel snow zone