J2Ski Forum Posts and Replies by bandit

Superduke_Chris wrote:Boots loosening up after 5 weeks use is not a concern really due to the amount of skiing I'll be doing. I'm certainly not going to buy some now that won't be comfortable for 5 years!! Having said that I'm after boots that fit right and allow me to ski to the best of my ability, I'm not expecting slipper like comfort and am more than happy for them to be slightly uncomfortable if they're aiding performance.

I'm thinking that I might now be better off just getting some from Ellis Brigham at Castleford and not worrying about the custom fitting at Profeet. Will Ellis Brigham set up the canting properly for me as well - I assume thats what needs adjustment to get my skis flat on the piste?

Yes, Ellis Brigham have been around a long time, and can fit boots properly. Make sure that you go early in the season and be 1st in the door, so the fitter is not rushed!
Remember, it's really easy for a fitter to pop you into a pair of ski boots that will feel comfy, and make you smile. That way, when the liner settles, you will be back to buy more ) Bad fitting boots = rub patches/black toenails and loss of skiing fun!
Most likely the fitter will place some little shims under the footbed to straighten you up on the ski. You will still be bow legged/knock kneed etc, but it won't affect your skiing anymore.

Take the time now, make sure you get the right size/shape 1st time round and you should get 15-20 weeks out of a pair. Some skiers on here, get lots more.

As for slipper comfort...hmmm, more like your favourite trainers would be my best description. My feet feel like they belong in the boot. Everything touches, but there is no cramping feeling. If your boots fit badly you will find it really hard to use a modern ski properly.

Dave Mac wrote:Bandit, your'e a BAD girl!

This weekend I will be fixing the tennis clubhouse roof, then dashing back to see to my broken-legged OH. Then Sunday, will be laying slabs at son no 2 house, then dashing back....da-di-da....washing, ironing, cooking, cleaning, attending tennis AGM, probably getting put back on the committee...blah, blah.

We have just under 4 weeks to go in plaster. There is NO WAY I am going to attempt to get my boots out of the loft in this situation.

Fortunately, twas on the Beeb news that the runs are narrow and only for experts. So, watering the plants it is, then. :twisted:

Thought you'd appreciate that :D

It's looking rather good today, I bet the car park is full )

Ian Wickham wrote:I don't believe it's luck,some people moan and complain if a days skiing does not go there way blame boots ski's, & some of us just get on with it. I have never had a pair of boots that are as comfortable as my slippers and I never will, some of the best boots I have had have been the cheaper ranges,the most expensive boots I have ever
brought were E229, and they are great. Time to get off my soap box.

How many weeks skiing do you get from a pair of boots?

Superduke_Chris, remember, if a boot is really comfy straight out of the box, then it's likely to be too big. Once the lining compacts down, from about 5 weeks use onwards, the fit can go all sloppy. It's possible for a fitter to "blow" a shell out to suit your foot, but much harder to make an oversize boot smaller. Most folks give up and purchase more boots.

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caron-a wrote:

bandit wrote:I dread to think what speed the woman who hit me and broke my collarbone was travelling at, suffice to say my collarbone was broken before I hit the ground. By the time I touched down I was generally out of it anyway.

was that in val thorens by any chance? I hear it happens a lot there :roll:

Hole in one :evil:

Superduke_Chris wrote:Thanks for the replies. I'd be comfortable spending £300 or so but that limits me to Profeets cheapest boot, and if that's not suitable then the budget would be blown! I'm more than happy with last seasons designs, which is what I assume the on-line places are selling off cheap.

I guess I'm after champagne boots on beer money :lol: :lol:

I live in North Lincolnshire so a trip to Profeet would be a one off!!

I would suggest that as you pass close to both CEM in Bicester and Lockwoods in Leamington Spa, it would be sooo much cheaper not to head for London.

I have had a fitting at Profeet. I now use CEM's biz in Bicester. Personally, I was unhappy with the time allocated to the fitting of my boots at Profeet, as it was insufficient to get my boots usably comfy. I have read other folks singing their praises, perhaps I was unlucky.

Edit: It's quite likely that you will need a tweak or 2 once you have skied the boots, so consider where you want to get fitted, as you will likely have to go back.