All about ski boot sizes

When planning a holiday in a ski resort, you need to take care of equipment for the whole family. The correct choice of clothes, shoes, skis and poles for them will allow you to spend time comfortably and not experience any inconvenience. For those who strive to ski seriously and professionally, it is very important to buy good shoes that will protect their feet from any problems, allow them to feel better on the track and ride more confidently.

When thinking about the need for specialized skiing shoes, it is worth knowing what criteria such boots should meet:

• have a low weight, be comfortable and comfortable to wear;
• protect feet from any frost and getting wet;
• make it easy to control skis.

Since the ski resorts have different directions and styles of skiing, there are also types of equipment for them. There are shoes:

• for a classic ride - a low version with a soft top and sole;
• for speed skating - high shoes with a rigid sole, fastened with a cuff;
• combined variety - has the characteristics of two models at once and can be used for any type of riding.

When choosing boots for skiing, you need to know that there are amateur and professional options that differ in weight, material and degree of rigidity.

For ski boots, there is a special line with hard edges-limiters. The back part does not move, it is necessary to press the heel tightly to it, the front edge moves until it touches the foot.An important nuance in the selection of specialized ski shoes is the need to measure the length of the foot in working order.

Skating boots should fit the size chart, larger options will be less comfortable and may cause injury. Small shoes will lead to continuous discomfort and spoiled skating. When choosing adult or children's shoes, you should focus on the table presented by each manufacturer of specialized shoes. The size grid for different brands may differ, so you won't be able to buy shoes without trying them on.

Women's ski boots are presented in a huge variety of models, differing in style, color, material, product height, width, type of fasteners and rigidity. All of these factors are selected after the correct ski shoe size has been selected. The foot length table for women's shoes looks like this:

Having decided on the size, it is necessary to try on the boots to feel how well they sit on the leg, whether the fullness and height, volume in the foot and bootleg are suitable. To select comfortable shoes, you may need a professional and try on several options of different brands, with different characteristics.

Men's shoes differ from women's shoes with a wider heel and narrow bootleg, therefore it is recommended to choose shoes designed for your gender. The size chart may also vary from brand to brand. A standard mesh for men's shoes looks like this:

It is a very difficult task for parents, who must, before each trip to a ski resort, go through the procedure of measuring the child's foot and finding the optimal boot option.

The table of shoe sizes for skis and the length of the child's foot looks like this:

Models for children can have their own characteristics, thanks to special designs and technologies that make it safe and comfortable.

When choosing ski boots, it is important to take into account the manufacturer, since the products of different companies may differ in the quality of materials, the characteristics of the shoe, the presence or absence of special technologies. Trying on shoes of various brands, you can be sure that their size grid may differ slightly.

Salomon is considered one of the most popular manufacturers of ski equipment.which makes boots for all tastes, while paying attention to products for beginners. You can choose your own shoes based on their own size chart.

Due to the detailed description, Salomon boots can be selected in various countries. The presence of female and male sizes allows you to quickly find everything you need for a married couple.

Another equally well-known brand of ski shoes is Head. After consulting with the seller or carefully studying the size table that the manufacturer offers, you can buy comfortable and high-quality shoes that meet the needs of a beginner.

Thanks to such a table, you can find shoes not only for adults, but also for a child, which is very convenient.

No less popular is the Atomic brand, the company in the production process pays special attention to the structure of the feet of men and women. The finished product fits comfortably on the foot and provides maximum comfort during use.You can choose the right shoes using the size chart of this brand.

By placing children's, women's and men's sizes in one table, the family selection of shoes for the ski resort will be quick and convenient.

Serious amateurs and professionals should pay attention to the Fischer brand, who in the process of his work sought to create the most comfortable sensations for the skier in the process of descending from the mountain, for which the lower leg area has a slight slope. The correct choice of boots, taking into account the size grid of the manufacturer, will allow you to fully enjoy skiing.

Thanks to the availability of data on the sizes of boots from different series, you can easily find the option you want and speed up the process of selling or choosing for rent.

To find out if the size of ski boots is suitable or not, you should pay attention to the following factors:

• how comfortable in shoes - if the ski boots are soft and do not press anywhere, then they are absolutely not suitable for use on skis, since they will not provide any control of the track on the descent;
• is there any free space - if during the first fitting there is a significant margin in length, then such shoes will be uncomfortable to work, the leg in the boots will begin to move, which will create discomfort and can lead to injuries;
• for whom the shoes are made - many manufacturers create boots for men, women and children, using different technologies and materials in order to achieve maximum comfort for each consumer.

To buy good shoes, you can:

• measure your foot using a special ruler;
• use the help of a sales assistant;
• use the insole of the shoe that is comfortable in everyday life.

If you choose shoes with a large margin, then the foot will begin to move inward, which will reduce the comfort from skiing. Small boots will squeeze the foot, preventing the skier from relaxing and having fun.

For the measurement of the insole to be accurate, it is important to stand on the foot, transferring all the weight, imitating the skier's stance, otherwise the length may be 2-3 mm lessand this will significantly affect the comfort of using ski shoes.

Shoes for alpine skiing are very important, therefore, the selection of a company, variety, and most importantly, size, should be taken very seriously. To find a high-quality, but at the same time, comfortable pair, you need to know exactly what to look for.

• You cannot buy shoes with a stock, this applies to both adult and children's shoes. When trying on shoes, you need to move your foot forward and look at the distance between the heel and the back wall of the shoes. A margin of more than 2 cm is considered too large, a range of 1.5 to 2 cm for a full and normal leg and 1-1.5 cm for a thin one is optimal.
• In addition to the length of the insole, you need to pay attention to the bootleg. The width of this part can vary significantly. It is necessary that the shoes tightly fix the foot, which will protect the athlete and make it easy to control the skis. Wide-toed boots do not help the skier navigate in the correct direction, which could result in injury or fall. A boot that is too narrow will pinch the leg, causing athlete fatigue and discomfort. The adjustable boot leg width allows it to be tailored to the skier's foot.
• The lifting height also plays a significant role. In inexpensive models, the cuff runs perpendicular to the sole, preventing the foot from moving, which causes heel separation, foot fatigue and discomfort. Expensive products are created with a slight forward slope of the upper part of the boot, which makes the shoe feel better and more comfortable on the descent. The situation can be corrected with the help of special insoles, which are created specifically for a particular skier, taking into account the problem he faced.