Re: snowboard boot suggestions


lcazay@xxxxxxxxxx wrote: 
Hello all!
I have been skiing and snowboarding a couple of times.  I am going to
Colorado this winter and have commited to buying my own setup.  I have
purchased a K2 Luna snowboard and Ride VXN bindings both 2004/2005.  I
would consider myself a lower level intermediate rider with aspirations
to ride the park.  If it is helpful I am 5'6'' 145 lbs and wear women's
size 9 shoe. I perfer a soft boot.  Also I have been looking around and
am interested in the BOA lacing system.  Thanks for any help.
Lauren


Snowboard boots are really a very personal thing. Like shoes they either fit you or don't. Personally I ride with 32 Team One's and they fit me great. They got these moldable liners that's super comfy. But then my friend doesn't like 32 because it doesn't fit her feet right, so instead she got some nice burton ones instead. Depending on the shape of your feet, you'll find that some brands fit you better even though they're the same size.

I suggest that you go to a shop and just try on as many pairs of boots you can possibly try on then get the best fitting pair.

Now by best fitting I don't just mean your feet, but also your bindings. Your best bet is to bring your bindings to go shopping with you.

Don't worry if the sales person is trying to sell you something you don't really need (they're usually pretty good about it) just listen to your feet. Also be wary of heel lift. If you have to crank the laces real tight to eliminate that then it's the wrong boot.

The BOAs are also a personal preference. They lace up really fast and they are super convenient. I was at Kicking Horse going up the gondola and this girl has her boots undone looking super relaxed. When she got out she turned the knob to tighten it and was ready go. I tried out a pair before I got my 32s but they weren't for me. I realized that I like to keep the foot loose while my ankles and above tight. I can't do that with BOAs so I went back to laces. Again it's something you gotta figure out.

I hope that helps.

STu
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