Poster: A snowHead
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So my ski boots are fairly old, but I love them, Tyrolia NTF Pro 1 Race boots from I believe '97 or '98. Obviously the heel pads have been slightly worn out, they are made of rubber and I dont really know if I should replace them or not. The rubber is only worn out at the very back end of the boot as seen in the picture so they do not cause a problem when attaching to my bindings. Also, where would I even find a matching heel pad for the Tyrolia boot which they dont make anymore. Would I have to try with head?
The other option is of course to buy another boot. I was looking at the Atomic M-tech series, or the X-series, maybe the M 110 or the X 110. Do I invest in another boot or do I keep my tyrolia boots which are still in good shape and I feel very good in them?
by the way, how to I attach pictures in a post?
Thanks, anyone who can help!!
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Obviously A snowHead isn't a real person
Obviously A snowHead isn't a real person
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rmajor, the NTF pro was around 94 /95 or it certainly was in the UK
by now i would have thought the liners would have packed down and be past their best, where the tyrolia was a good boot in its day, there are so many better boots available now, the manufactures have really got it together over the past few years and i think you will notice a massive leap in pwerformance and comfort with a new boot.
don't limit yourself to just one brand, get yourself to a good bootfitter and let them guide you. you should definatlely consider footbeds... and if you ski more than 3-4 weks a year then it may be worth conbsidering an upgrade liner such as foam, zipfit or thermoflex styles [but only if you need more comfort /performance than you can get from the standard liner]
i am sure there will be someone else along soon with experience of bootfitters in your area..we have a resident instructor in whistler who can probably recomend a shop and a fitter for you
good luck
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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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rmajor,
I would suggest these people in the following order:
In Whistler, get yourself to McCoos (the branch nearest the Whistler Gondola) - ask for George McConkey. He will sort you out with your feet, this man is a legend.
2nd choice - Steve in SnowCovers in the Marketplace.
3rd - CanSki Blackcomb (this branch only please) - ask for Alex or Erin.
4th - Wild Willies, Nesters branch.
If you really really can't make it to Whistler (and I really recommennd you do, as you can ski in your new boot and then take it straight to the fitter as soon as you come off the hill for tweaking) - then SnowCovers in Vancouver is probably your next best bet.
Hope this helps.
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Thanks guys,
Obviously I now realize that I need a new boot, after how many years should I change them? I have had my boots now for almost 10yrs, and I still ski very well in them, but I can only imagine a new boot....thanks for the whistler suggestions veeeight, I will be in whistler quite a bit this season, so that's great.
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