Are custom ski boot liners worth it?

Custom liners are the best money you can spend to improve your skiing experience. First off, they get molded to your feet and boot shells. That means no unwanted space, no pressure points, and no cramped toes. The connection between you and your skis will never feel more precise.

How do I get more space in my ski boot?

Many ski boots have a wedge or spoiler between the liner and shell directly behind the calf. These are either screwed on or attached by Velcro. You can simply remove the spoiler to create more room in the upper cuff.

How do I reduce the sound of my ski boots?

Insole shims are place between the boot liner and the footboard of the boot shell, they are a great way to reduce volume in boots that are too big or that have packed out over time.

How much does surefoot cost?

A complete Surefoot custom boot costs about twice as much as the same off the shelf boot and runs about $900-$1,200 depending on the shell chosen. The prices of shells and custom liners range from $670-$990 plus $225 for the custom fitting analysis and process.

Should toes wiggle in ski boots?

Ski boots should be snug, but not too tight that they are painful. With your foot in the liner in the shell, there should be enough room around the toes that you can wiggle them back and forth, and the toes should be slightly touching the front of the boot when the heel is all the way back.

How do you fix a slipping heel on a ski boot?

The best solution in this scenario is to add a heel lift to the boot to fill the gap under your heel and so keep you in contact with the base of the boot. This also helps alleviate pressure in the forefoot.

Do I need a high volume ski boot?

For skiers with wider, higher-volume feet, mid or high-volume boots can provide a better fit. Boots with wider lasts normally have more volume and boots with narrower lasts normally have less. Three-piece boots such as Full Tilts or some Dalbellos sometimes work better for someone with a high instep.

Are backcountry ski boots comfortable?

As long as they feel snug and comfortable, they’ll provide you with the backcountry ski experience you’re looking for. A backcountry ski boot is designed with both an outer shell and an inner liner. The shell provides strength for the downhill, while the liner is built to conform to the foot and provide both comfort and warmth.

Are Maestrale boots good for backcountry?

These are the stiffest backcountry-specific ski boots available, and an ideal option for strong skiers who demand pure responsiveness when it matters most. Thanks to a thermoformable Intuition liner and a 56-degree range of motion, the Maestrale XT still makes for pleasant uphilling in the skin track, too.

What size are ski boot shells and liners?

Most ski boot shells are built only in full-size increments, whereas liners come in half sizes. If you’re a Mondo size 25.5 for example, you’ll get a size 26 ski boot shell with a size 25.5 liner. You can use a conversion chart to determine your Mondo size but we still highly recommend getting fitted by a ski boot professional.

Do backcountry skiers really need more forward lean?

Some of the boots we tested feature at least two forward lean positions and some of the boots in our review had the option to further tweak that forward lean forward or backward depending on personal preference. As a whole and theoretically, backcountry skiers don’t need as much forward lean as resort skiers.