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Small Calf Solution?

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theschneidler
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Yo,
I've got some pretty small calfs/chicken legs and I just can't quite get my boots tight enough, I've got the strap/top two buckles super tight and theres still some play when I'm moving front to back. I'm aware that theres other threads I just really need a solution. Would a booster strap help this dramatically or is there some other way?
Dec 1 2012 9:19PM
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profa_212
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Yea they would probably help a little bit. But the easiest way to fix this would to just do some calf raises. I had the same problem last year but I worked out my calfs and boots fit great now.
Dec 1 2012 9:25PM
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theschneidler
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What does a calf raise entail, I've heard women also like thick, muscular calves, can you confirm this.
Dec 1 2012 9:32PM
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profa_212
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Yes, yes they do.
Dec 1 2012 9:42PM
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theschneidler
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cosmic
Dec 1 2012 9:43PM
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Smilemon
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Booster strap helps a ton. Also, I added cuff spoilers to my boots, and that made a bit of a difference as well, not much, but a bit. Hollister's super-skinny jeans are kinda baggy on my calves if that is any measure.
Dec 2 2012 1:44AM
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shr@gler
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what boots are we talkin?

Dec 2 2012 1:52AM
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theschneidler
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Rossignol Alias Sensor 70, super shitty I know. Waaaaay too soft, definitely gonnago for a booster strap.
Dec 2 2012 12:02PM
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chuckmarty
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I had small calves when I bought my boots. I ran for a few months. Calves got bigger. Problem solved.
Dec 2 2012 12:43PM
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theschneidler
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I also have some questions on Booster Straps , do they come in pairs or is it just one?
Dec 2 2012 12:45PM
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LC.
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Eliminator Tongues plus Booster Straps.

And/or move your buckle teeth over (drill a new hole if necessary). Cut the plastic of both upper overlaps shorter if you have to move the teeth a lot.
Dec 2 2012 2:21PM
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theschneidler
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With the Eliminator tongue do you just stick it in the front of your boot.
Dec 2 2012 3:09PM
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zahava
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TBH, the amount of work it's gonna take to get a low volume foot/calf into a wide boot comfortably isn't worth it. I'd say go to a very experienced boot fitter and get a boot with a way tighter fit, not necessarily stiff, but a low volume fit.
Dec 2 2012 3:11PM
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theschneidler
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No bootfitters near me, I also don't have the cash for new boots right now.
Dec 2 2012 3:18PM
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LC.
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On your shin between your sock and the liner's tongue. I used to swear by them (very skinny calves), but my last couple of boots have fitted way better on my leg. For $15-20 it's worth a shot for sure.
Dec 2 2012 4:56PM
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theschneidler
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Okay, I can either go for Boosters or the Eliminators. What does everyone think?
Dec 2 2012 5:10PM
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theschneidler
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Anyone? Booster strap or Eliminator insert thing?
Dec 2 2012 6:29PM
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Smilemon
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Both? I'd go for boosters first, because they will give you added performance in other areas. The gradual deceleration on landings is so nice compared to the hard jerk of a stock strap.
Dec 2 2012 6:44PM
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theschneidler
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Okay I guess I'll go with the Booster for now, I'll buy the Eliminator later. Thanks for all of the help guys!
Dec 2 2012 7:29PM
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