Poster: A snowHead
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Problem getting ski boots on? Not exactly an 'equipment review' but it works a treat for me.
At your local disability shop they have sock/stocking aids. The one I got resembles a large flexible silicone plastic type shoe horn - placed in boot it wraps around back and slightly to each side. Arrange in boot, push in foot , pull cords to remove and hey presto! Cost just over £4
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Obviously A snowHead isn't a real person
Obviously A snowHead isn't a real person
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A Tesco carrier bag works pretty well too.
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Well, the person's real but it's just a made up name, see?
Well, the person's real but it's just a made up name, see?
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What is this called and can I buy it online?
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You need to Login to know who's really who.
You need to Login to know who's really who.
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does it help you get them off as well?
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Anyway, snowHeads is much more fun if you do.
Anyway, snowHeads is much more fun if you do.
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telford_mike wrote: |
A Tesco carrier bag works pretty well too. |
Does that cost 5p each time?
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You'll need to Register first of course.
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No, surely you'd use a 'bag for life'!
The one I've got is from Able2. Yes, just checked, they are online. Product PR55319 - Sock Aid £4.49.
Does it help you get them off? - now that's one I haven't tried. Usually never bothered me quite so much in that direction! Yes, just tried with my Salomon boots. Because the plastic is fairly rigid if you're careful you can slide it back down into the boot, taking it slow of course as you get to the indent at the top of your heel.
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If you get your hip resurfaced the NHS will give you one for free - a sock aid that is, but it does come in a bag. What’s not to like?
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You'll get to see more forums and be part of the best ski club on the net.
You'll get to see more forums and be part of the best ski club on the net.
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snowHeads are a friendly bunch.
snowHeads are a friendly bunch.
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F@Sack the Juggler, Not bad. I’d argue the Slippin is superior if for no other reason that it’s a fraction of the size and weight.
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And love to help out and answer questions and of course, read each other's snow reports.
And love to help out and answer questions and of course, read each other's snow reports.
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telford_mike wrote: |
A Tesco carrier bag works pretty well too. |
I just tried this. Works fine, but I end up with my foot and carrier bag in my boot. To get the bag out I have to take my foot out. It is a Sainsburys bag though - is that where I've gone wrong?
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telford_mike wrote:
A Tesco carrier bag works pretty well too.
I just tried this. Works fine, but I end up with my foot and carrier bag in my boot. To get the bag out I have to take my foot out. It is a Sainsburys bag though - is that where I've gone wrong?
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I don't think you're supposed to put your foot in the bag!
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