[Fattes]

Derv; I have no idea about board boots, There are some very knowledgeable boarders on here.

I am sure if you start a thread they may be able to help.

I know TK Maxx are selling Board boots at the moment, no idea about the quality etc.

Would Try Snow & Rock, Great outdoors and Irishsnowboarders.com for advice.

[Snowbride 2011]

Hi,

I've always had problems with ski boots and need some advice

I'm short in stature and my calves seem to start at my ankles! As such, I need a very wide boot. After many years of rental trauma, I eventually bought a pair of Technica Vento 8. These were selected as they were the only ones I could physically close (just about, I still can't close the top clasp unless I've had them on for a week), plus they are far too big compared to my shoe size...alas, I saw this thread 4 years too late

The boots have now paid for themselves so I now think its time for a new and hopefully better fitting pair. Do you know of any brand that do a wider leg boot and if they are stocked anywhere in Ireland?

Cheers

[bovril]

Hi Snowbride 2011, sounds like I have the same problems as you. I found a great pair of rental boots earlier this year and came home and decided to try and purchase the boots in Snow and Rock in Dundrum. The guys in there are great and they told me that the boots I rented new out of the box were not the right boots for me. Turns out the rental ones had been stretched due to use. They recommended Technica ones as they are the widest boot they stock. I ended up getting Tecnica Viva Phoenix 80.

I would recommend calling into Snow and Rock and chatting with the guys and seeing what they can do for you.

I've also rented Lowa boots away. These were really comfortable and seemed wider than other boots but I don't think they are stocked in Ireland.

[Fattes]

Snowbride2011;

Your problem is not the boot Last (Width) as this will apply to the forefoot, from what you have said the issue is with the Cuff of the boot and the spoiler.

Nearly all brands to a range of boots with a last from 92 for race to 110 (Comfrot Fit) so you will be looking at the boots aimed at the comfort end of the market. Do not go to the shop with a specific boot in mind more an objective and an awarness of previous issues. There are boots with Narrow last and cuffs that can be wider.

If you have narrow feet a wide boot will cause tons of problems as your foot will be moving all over the place. Focus on the Cuff for the width.

Snow and Rock or McSki in Belfast are your best bets with a wide range of boots and good fitters. They may need to grind the cuff of the boot to make some more space and really open out the micro adjustment on the buckles.

Most women's boots are designed to accomidate women's more athletic Calf muscles. If i was you I would be looking for something with adjustable cuff buckles and Spoiler to give you as many options for fitting as possible.

Happy Shopping.

[Snowbride 2011]

Wow..ok, I think I've managed to decipher what Last, Cuff and Spolier are

Thanks for the responses guys

[Fattes]

Sorry didnt meant to get all technical and carried away!

Basically Cuff & Spoiler are the upright piece of the boot on the leg

Last is the Width of the boot across the middle (Half way between instep and toes)

Try Pascal in Snow & Rock knows his stuff and is a decent bloke.

[Snowbride 2011]

Hey, just an update. I did indeed get new boots. Snow & Rock, specifically Pascal was fantasic...I would recommend. Thanks for steering me in the right direction guys