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How do I do a width shell fit?

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Mag
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Well I know how to do a length shell fit but how do you go about doing a shell fit for width? pretty sure I need my boots stretched a bit but want to check.
Jan 24 2012 11:23AM
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onenerdykid
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Take the liner out of the boot and step in (wearing your ski sock). Keep your heel in the back of the boot, maybe half a centimeter off the shell wall, and shift the inside portion of your foot to the inside portion of the boot. For a comfort fit, you should be able to get a finger (1cm) between the outside of your foot and the shell. For a performance fit, get a finger tip (5mm). Repeat for the inside portion of the foot. If at any point your cannot get a finger tip between your foot and the shell (meaning your foot makes direct contact with the shell) you will most likely need some shell work to some degree depending on your comfort/pain threshold.
Jan 24 2012 11:52AM
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Mag
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your far too helpful, is there anything i can do for you?(small donation or something?) every question I have you answer perfectly,
Jan 24 2012 12:20PM
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Billek
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He really is one of the best on NS.
Jan 24 2012 12:39PM
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onenerdykid
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Ha, thanks guys. Just trying to help where I can
Jan 24 2012 3:45PM
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a_pla5tic_bag
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buy atomic products?

nowhere ever has punx. i did see a pair of bentchetlers in an REI today though.
Jan 24 2012 4:46PM
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