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Flat feet in ski boots.

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ReignMan
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So i use super feet most the time but It doesn't seem to have enough arch support. I've tried every thing. My feet are so flat they make suction cup sounds on wood floors. What do you flat foot ns'rs use. +k for answers that aren't stupid and a waist of my time.
Oct 12 2010 7:13PM
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try custom foot beds from a boot fitter. I have a super high arch and i use them
Oct 12 2010 7:15PM
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Afeld
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I know people that use Superfeet and other similar products and swear by them. I personally use custom made ones through a chiropractor because I too have terrible arches. Make sure though in the end, what ever you choose, make sure it fits perfect. Your feet will hurt when skiing and I've been told years down the road too
Oct 12 2010 7:16PM
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notadoctor
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I also have flat feet, I just use superfeet.
Oct 12 2010 7:19PM
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hoodratz47
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customs worth the investment
Oct 12 2010 7:24PM
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ESAND
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I started using custom footbeds in my ski boots, now I can't walk around the house without shoes on. Night and day difference.
Oct 12 2010 7:25PM
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Algebra
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i have m flat feet and sometimes i put those arch things in my boots but i mostly just ski without them. it doesnt bother me while skiing just afterweards
Oct 12 2010 7:26PM
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Master_Debater
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maybe try those new dr sholls gel things, just a thought cause they are custom so maybe u will get one with an arch?
Oct 12 2010 7:27PM
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ESAND
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Wanna know why we don't ski in snowboard boots, it's certainly not cause we think ski boots are more comfortable.

You want ridged. You want energy transfered directly from your feet to your edges.
Oct 12 2010 7:30PM
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Deezy
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man, i have flat feet, i tried some insoles for my shoes, they didnt fit perfectly and i couldnt handle the pain. my feet were fucked.
but in my skyboots i have superfeet, last 10 yrs of my life. no problems.

i know people who love their custon insoles. go check em out. or just go to a boot fitter and see what hey have to say.
Oct 12 2010 7:34PM
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ESAND
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I used off the rack custom foodbeds too, I think my current ones are Soles but it doesnt really matter.

The most important thing is to make sure they're filled in underneath, I had my bootfitter use a semi rigid foam similar to the boot board in most freeride boots, because if they're not flat against the flat surface of the boot board. If they're not flat you're foot won't be stable and you'll just crush the foot bed which will make it not as effective as it could be.

Remember you want your foot mostly immobilized.

Oct 12 2010 7:39PM
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ReignMan
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ok sick ill for sure look into that.
Oct 12 2010 7:44PM
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ReignMan
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Oh and went to a boot fitter. the guy went and started taking notes on my feet than took a picture. Then ask for my email and use my feet in a study he did. He acted like my feet were some sort of biomedical marvel. It was insanely depressing.
Oct 12 2010 7:47PM
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Balto
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no, no they don't. If you are skiing properly, all the movement needed to control your skis while turning is done with your legs, not your upper body, not your feet, just your legs. As someone else already pointed out, the reason your feet need to be rigid is for proper energy transfer from your legs to your feet to your boot shell to the ski to get it on edge.
Oct 12 2010 8:10PM
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ESAND
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Wrong!


Oct 12 2010 8:17PM
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ski@jaypeak2
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I work with a pedorthist that makes custom orthotics. And have been in the footwear industry for 9 years.

Everybodys feet are different and all inserts work differently. Even if you have flat feet their are other things that factor into what insole is right for your foot. Some people with flat feet still have flexible heels(there foot is not locked in the flat position when it is non-weight-bearing) It is best to go to a bootfitter or even a specialized running store and have a professional look at your feet, gait, and stride.

Also if you only use superfeet skiing that can cause some problems. Superfeet recommends a 5 day break in period(2 hours the first day, 4 the second, 6 etc.) Superfeet change the way your calcaneus(heel bone) rests under your entire body weight. If you plan on wearing them in your ski boots for 8 hours 2-3 times a week you should wear them in your everyday shoes as well.
Oct 12 2010 8:38PM
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simon44
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use footbeds
Oct 12 2010 9:13PM
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123+ski
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i use super feet and two strips of like hard foam under the heel to raise it, but I would say got to a bootfitter, they will either know what to do, or refer you to a doctor who can hep you
Oct 12 2010 9:57PM
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onenerdykid
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if you were to cut out every range of motion in your foot and/or ankle, you would not be able to go skiing. you do need a small amount of ankle flexion and forefoot flexion to properly balance and ski well, especially to get an uphill edge.

OP, give ALINE a look, they do an amazing job at providing the right amount of support with the right amount of flexibility. but again, whatever works for your foot is the best footbed.
Oct 12 2010 11:17PM
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mtbakerpow
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I have a flat foot and grew up racing in super tight 150flex boots..go custom or at least do the black or copper superfeet or one of the low arch sof insoles
Feb 3 2015 7:57PM
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shin-bang
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Custom footbeds man. Your feet will most likely never hurt again. But remember, go to the best fitter/orthodic maker your can because the footbed is only as good as its maker
Feb 3 2015 8:24PM
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SamNewton1
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An unweighted custom footbed would be good, but going to a specialist would be your best bet.
Feb 4 2015 10:49AM
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Contender
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I have superfeet on my spk kaos for the last 7 years, still going strong for my flat feet
Feb 4 2015 11:51AM
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