 Poster: A snowHead
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Hi everyone, prob going to buy some new boots this season, so after recommendations. At a guess it's probably at least 10 years since I did 
I'm currently wearing some Technica Dragon, like these but 110s
[url=]https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/326200605887?mkcid=16&mkevt=1&mkrid=711-127632-23570&ssspo=t4jspyYSSlu&sssrc=4429486&ssuid=EIFAFoyyQY6&var=&widget_ver=artemis&media=COPY[/url]
I'm not a young as I used to be or as fit! , so probably more of Dolomites than Corbetts these days.
I tend to be on piste but the odd time off piste / ungroomed in Canada and I can ski all piste conditions.
What's the latest and what can you guys recommend?
Oh my skis..... I have a pair of older Fischer AMD 76 and some newer Vockl Kendo 92
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Obviously A snowHead isn't a real person
Obviously A snowHead isn't a real person
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The ones your boot fitter tells you to buy?
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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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| under a new name wrote: |
| The ones your boot fitter tells you to buy? |
Errr nope! But thanks
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Not exactly a recommendation - but most new boots are 'GripWalk' soled and are not suitable for older bindings..
Something to bear in mind
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Anyway, snowHeads is much more fun if you do.
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@Gaz_H, the problem with buying online is that you are very almost certainly in boots that are too big ... and buying in e.g. any of the uk chains the same.
But I get the idea you aren't terribly discerning? 
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| Gaz_H wrote: |
| under a new name wrote: |
| The ones your boot fitter tells you to buy? |
Errr nope! But thanks |
With you being older, and less fit do yourself a favour and visit a decent boot fitter, you've all sorts of things to consider inc ankle flex, calf tightness, collapsed arches as well as the basic fit of the boot.
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All of this ^
My old boots were bought and 'fitted' by a major chain.
I took a visit to a decent boot fitter to find I was in a size too big. We went through 4 different styles of boot before making a decision on fit.
My new boots are amazing, well worth the visit!
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To me it’s all to do with foot shape. Each make and type have different attributes. Some are best for narrow and some broad. Some are good for a high arch some not. Etc. Rule of thumb try several and look for that one that seems to fit naturally. Moulded inner is nice but expensive.
I am 65. I go for something less stiff these days. My current ones are 110 Salomons. Unless aggressive don’t go too stiff. The older you get allow for fact your leg power is fading and stiff boots become less appropriate.
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| under a new name wrote: |
@Gaz_H, the problem with buying online is that you are very almost certainly in boots that are too big ... and buying in e.g. any of the uk chains the same.
But I get the idea you aren't terribly discerning? |
Whose buying online? I'll be supporting my local stockist, Ventura. Lots of assumptions in there and how do you decide I'm not 'discerning from a simple question about boots - bit judgmental aren't we!
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@Gaz_H, Why not ask Ventura for advice then?
The point about making sure your existing bindings will work with any new boots still stands.
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snowHeads are a friendly bunch.
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| rjs wrote: |
| @Gaz_H, Why not ask Ventura for advice then |
I am..... Just thought I'd get the collective thoughts from people on here regarding experiences but it seems they're not forth coming. 
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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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@Gaz_H, how could our experiences help you? your foot is likely not the same shape as mine - broader, narrower, higher or lower instep plus weight for flex,
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@Gaz_H, Boa is the latest "thing" to happen to boots, but I think what people are trying to say is that every foot/person is unique so whilst my boot might be superb on me it could be an absolute nightmare on you, so any boot recommendations aren't that useful.
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You know it makes sense.
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| Gaz_H wrote: |
| rjs wrote: |
| @Gaz_H, Why not ask Ventura for advice then |
I am..... Just thought I'd get the collective thoughts from people on here regarding experiences but it seems they're not forth coming. |
They are, you just don't seem to like them as most of us would say "We recommend going to a proper boot fitter and buying the ones that fit". It doesn't really matter if someone thinks Boot X are the best ski boots they have ever owned, or someone else that Boot Y are the most advanced design what you need are Boot Z, the ones that are the correct size and best shape match to your feet. And if 2023 Boot Z is a better fit than the 2024 Boot Z, buy the 2023 ones not the 2024 ones.
The only technical thing to look out for is that the soles are compatible with your bindings, as @albob said.
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Otherwise you'll just go on seeing the one name:
Otherwise you'll just go on seeing the one name:
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A has been said -- Boa is the latest style (trying to replace clips) ; Too new to have proven itself ?? :: Other main change would be boots are more 'Formable' (both inner and outer) :: and Gripwalk soles
(Oh - and fixed your link to Ebay...  )
Last edited by Otherwise you'll just go on seeing the one name: on Wed 18-09-24 17:18; edited 1 time in total
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Poster: A snowHead
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@Gaz_H, ok, well, the most important thing is colour, and personally, I like orange.
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Obviously A snowHead isn't a real person
Obviously A snowHead isn't a real person
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| Gaz_H wrote: |
| under a new name wrote: |
| The ones your boot fitter tells you to buy? |
Errr nope! But thanks |
Why "nope"?
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Well, the person's real but it's just a made up name, see?
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Think you've answered you own question by saying your off to Ventura....
A well recommended local boot fitter is the way to go, absolutely no point asking randomers (no offence all!!) On the internet.
I can't recommend Full Tilt (now K2 flex) boots enough....but I've got a narrow foot, I've got a parallel foot shape, I like an upright stance, I like a stiff boot, I ski fairly centre mounted all moutain/freestyle skis....are you going to be the same as me???
Also will Ventura even stock something thats recommended here???
Go speak to them, take their advice, spend time in the boots in store, follow their advice on footbeds/modifications and you'll get a decent outcome.....
Don't forget if Ventura don't have something suitable you've also got Rivington Alpine and Glide and Slide within a reasonable drive both of which are also well regarded.
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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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| under a new name wrote: |
| @Gaz_H, ok, well, the most important thing is colour, and personally, I like orange. |
Yes but probably blue and yellow for@Gaz_H,
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@adithorp, there's always Humbrol ...
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| adithorp wrote: |
| under a new name wrote: |
| @Gaz_H, ok, well, the most important thing is colour, and personally, I like orange. |
Yes but probably blue and yellow for@Gaz_H, |
Thought it was officially primrose. Like the superior club in the area is cherry.
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@Gaz_H, actually think it's really cool what Leigh have achieved since the rebrand.
FWIW I'd go to Graeme at Rivington Alpine.
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| Dave of the Marmottes wrote: |
@Gaz_H, actually think it's really cool what Leigh have achieved since the rebrand.
FWIW I'd go to Graeme at Rivington Alpine. |
Drove past ventura yesterday and it looks like they've split the shop in 2 and put a beauty shop in the front half.. unless I've just never noticed it..... also only opening in Oct.... closed through summer. Wonder if they're struggling.
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snowHeads are a friendly bunch.
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Everyone in retail is struggling..
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And love to help out and answer questions and of course, read each other's snow reports.
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Another fabulous example of why you should go see a boot fitter and not buy "a bargin" online. I ski a 26.5 full tilt but ski this in a 25.5 no issues, a good fitter will know Dalbellos come up big compared to other brands. Your not paying for the 2 hours you spend with the fitter, your paying for their years of experience......
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You know it makes sense.
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@andy n netty, you should set up shop Andy. 
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Otherwise you'll just go on seeing the one name:
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I would suggest you look at the Nordica HF110s . Over the years I had found boots getting slowly less comfortable. I spent a fair bit on a pair of Atomic Hawx 120s with a custom fit from one of the best spots in Munich. They were great performance wise but but became impossible to wear (and take off!!). I decided to give something else a try and ended up being recommended a pair of the Nordicas as a rental. Completely different world comfortable, no pain, easy to wear not quite as good technically but that really is not an issue, gave up trying to do anything too fancy years ago. Went out a bought a pair. No doubt a 4 buckle design is the ideal but as we get older our feet become less flexible and bits of bone tend to grow and the rear entry one buckle design becomes a better option, can ski all day in comfort
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@munich_irish, the Nordicas are worlds away from the rear entries of the 90s in quality and technology
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Obviously A snowHead isn't a real person
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| munich_irish wrote: |
| I would suggest you look at the Nordica HF110s . Over the years I had found boots getting slowly less comfortable. I spent a fair bit on a pair of Atomic Hawx 120s with a custom fit from one of the best spots in Munich. They were great performance wise but but became impossible to wear (and take off!!). I decided to give something else a try and ended up being recommended a pair of the Nordicas as a rental. Completely different world comfortable, no pain, easy to wear not quite as good technically but that really is not an issue, gave up trying to do anything too fancy years ago. Went out a bought a pair. No doubt a 4 buckle design is the ideal but as we get older our feet become less flexible and bits of bone tend to grow and the rear entry one buckle design becomes a better option, can ski all day in comfort |
Thanks Munich - always sensible replies - exactly the reason I posted and asked the question! Do they come in Leopard print? 
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Skiers and rear entry. Never gets old.
Fwiw I just got some Burton Ions and they are great. Just walked into the local knuckle dragger emporium, asked for my size and left happy. No fuss, comfy feet, and being a knuckle dragger, women find me attractive and I don’t smell of stale wee wee.
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Anyway, snowHeads is much more fun if you do.
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I am in the market for new boots this year, and the new Ions do look pretty decent.
And with a bit of artistic ingenuity, and some black dye, the sandstone colour ones could be a passable leopard print.
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@hang11, skis require significantly different control inputs …
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@Gaz_H, No animal print (does it help turn the skis?). No doubt your feet are not as securely held as in a 4 buckle boot but unless you are a fit & aggressive skier who likes steep and deep they are a good option.
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@Garfield, because to get a good vinyl wrap you need to heat the vinyl first, and the skibooteratti would shriek at that as it may deform their bunion blowouts... But hydrographic-dipping is cheaper and doesn't need to be heated much beyond sweaty boot temperature.
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