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Boots tight of loose?

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Logey.
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I like mine loose because its more comfortable and i dont get as much shinbang

Sep 14 2009 5:43PM
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Luc.
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it makes my heard hurt when i think why someone would want loose boots.

nomen has said the best things in this thread. (typical lol)

the only thing i like different with my boots is a slightly larger toe box(since my foot is a fucking boat hahah)

if i was skiing pow 100% of the time (dreams i know) they would fit like a tight leather glove
Sep 15 2009 1:05PM
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jakepwilliams
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i like 'em tight as fuck. hard to get into but always feels better when you're inside...


Sep 15 2009 1:41PM
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JsNeagle
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this is how i feel
Sep 15 2009 2:02PM
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deleted5
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I was raised a racer so by law in racing if you feel you feet it's to loose
Sep 15 2009 2:39PM
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HeartBeatFaster
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me too...
Sep 15 2009 3:08PM
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kool.aid.man
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tighter the boot is the better the response you have over your ski

so aka easier movement of your skis.

so i have mine pretty tight. i loosen them every time i get on the lift though.
Sep 15 2009 3:19PM
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no_steeze
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my race/freeride boots fit super snug so i don't have to crank down the buckles, that being said they're still very tight

for my touring boots i crank the buckles as far as they go along with a booster strap and i still get pretty weak support in them but they're not really made to be supportive, they're made to be easy to climb in
Sep 15 2009 3:21PM
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Steeze-On-Toast
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i see what you did there
Sep 15 2009 3:47PM
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klingisking
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Sep 15 2009 4:59PM
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Z_rob
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i like mine tight. its hard to control my skis if they are loose IMO
Sep 15 2009 5:17PM
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mackcamp
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Some boots have lace up liners.
Sep 15 2009 5:17PM
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shrEddie
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when people are saying loose, i dont think they mean unbuckled or like buckled but not really doing anything.  i consider my boots loose, but there is definitely not room for my calves to move(when im just standing there).  i dont crank mine as tight as they go, or until they hurt, but i still keep them tight enough to ski well.  ive tried every different level of tightness and IMO it doesnt really help me to make them so tight it hurts.  but if your boots arent at least "very snug" then it will hurt your skiing.


and all that was just for park.  if im actually skiing i make them tighter.
Sep 15 2009 8:35PM
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InfernoHits
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technically my shoe size corresponds to a 28.5 mondo ski boot. I buy 27.5 ski boots. They pack out and they should be almost zero movement of the foot inside. ESPECIALLY heel movement, heel left/movement kills performance.
Sep 15 2009 8:48PM
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b-kul
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snug
Sep 15 2009 9:24PM
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Dr.Dickless
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and the only reason well fitting (tight) boots help this problem is by acting as a support for your ankle and lower calf. so if you're not prone to shin-splints then you can have your boots as loose as you want unless your feet fall out
Sep 15 2009 11:09PM
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selkirks
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HAVE A PROFESSIONAL FIT YOUR BOOTS. THEN WEAR THEM AS SAIS BOOTFITTER RECOMMENDS. that should really be the end of the conversation. Boots were made to be worn as they were meant to be worn. If you do not wear your boots as such, you are sacrificing your own personal safety, health and well-being. The risk outweighs the benefits. By wearing your boots loose you are risking severe injury. Wear your boots as they were meant to be worn and you will stay safe, have a better fit and more control over your skis (which is the purpose of a boot). You are not sacrificing the performance of your boot or your park skills by wearing your boots properly. Again, the risks and hazard outweigh the benefits (which are almost nonexistent in the first place).

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Sep 15 2009 11:22PM
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yeahitsdave
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seconded.

as for my boots? second skin fit, killer tight heel hold (i dont like my heel moving, at all.) stiff, responsive lateral flex, with a progressive softer forward flex to help absorb impact. oh i love my full tilts.
Sep 16 2009 1:36PM
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MangoSteeze
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Sep 16 2009 9:13PM
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Davis.A
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tighter the better :P as long is doesn't cut off the circulation....
Sep 17 2009 12:58AM
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HeartBeatFaster
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Bingo. That is how my FT's are too.* Run the strap over the toungue for more stiffness, under for more flex. Thread should be more like this... Boots stiff or flexy?


*Boot fitted and I have skinny (like really skinny) feet. Get boot fitted peoples!
Sep 17 2009 2:53PM
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TimmyK
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i like mine really tight.... custom foamed liners son!!!
Sep 17 2009 7:52PM
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Logey.
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I like mine loose
Oct 4 2009 9:38PM
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brenker
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yea this sums up a good boot fit really accurately. If youre in a boot thats too big youre fucked, period.
Oct 4 2009 9:40PM
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ThaLorax
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why did you have to bump this stupid thread with a stupid post like that?
Oct 4 2009 11:31PM
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TimmyK
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tight as a virgin!
Oct 5 2009 8:21PM
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klingisking
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i change my mind. i like my boots TIGHT
Oct 5 2009 8:56PM
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