Boot Fitting
Boots for every terrain
Buying ski boots doesn’t have to be daunting — at Equipe Sport we make it easy. After evaluating your foot, ankle, and lower leg, we ask a few questions about injuries, past boot issues, skill level, and intended use to match you with boots that are easy to put on and take off, fit comfortably, offer strong support and energy transfer, and stay warm. We guarantee a great fit at a fair price, and we’re happy to make adjustments anytime.
Ready for better boots? Stop by one of our stores or give us a call. We care about your fit, your warmth, and your comfort—let’s get you dialed in.
Stratton Village - (802)-297-3460 | Mount Snow - (802)-464-2222 | Rawsonville (The Mothership) - (802)-297-2847
Eight Steps to the Perfect Fit
1 - Foot Size
First, we will evaluate your feet, including size, length volume, width, instep, arch height and foot mobility. We will ask you to take a comfortable athletic stance and flex your knees to look at how the foot and leg work together.
2 - Socks
The right sock improves comfort, warmth, breathability, and performance. We’ll recommend a sock that optimizes fit and enhances your skiing experience.
3 - Finding the Boot
Using your measurements, we test boots for proper liner and shell fit, aiming for toes lightly touching when standing and seating correctly when flexed. We’ll review buckle order and evaluate forefoot, instep, ankle, and calf to narrow to the best models.
4 - Custom Insole
Stock insoles are generic cushions with little support, so many skiers benefit from added underfoot support. We can fit Superfeet or custom orthotics in about 30 minutes to boost boot performance and comfort.
5 - Alignment
We assess and adjust boot–ski alignment so you can tip the ski more efficiently and ski with less effort. Tools and shims may be used to dial in what you need.
6 - Shell Work
Some boots need some more adjustment. Certain points on your foot may need some extra space. Don’t worry if there is one or two pressure points. We can custom punch, grind and mold the shell to best fit your foot.
7 - Heat
We can add boot heaters or heated socks to boost warmth, circulation, and comfort, improving mobility and overall ski experience. We’ll explain the options and recommend what suits you best.
8 - Go Skiing!
Enjoy the comfort and performance of your new boots on the hill. If anything feels off, come back for quick tweaks—have fun out there!
The total package
Some of the activities that we perform as part of our boot fitting process, include:
• Foot Assessment
• Boot Grinding
• Boot Stretching
• Toe & Heel replacement
• Toe & Heel lifts
• Canting
• Router work
• Sole planning
• Posted footbed
• Unposted footbed
• Additional work done by labor charge
