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Boots fitting

TO TRY ON BOOTS

FOLLOW THE STEPS

  1. Put on the socks you are going to wear.

  2. Loosen the clamping system completely. There may be several lacing systems to undo. Be sure to loosen the laces along the bottom of the shoe. Check that the inside of the shoe is empty.

  3. Slide your foot into the boot. Take the tongue, point your toe directly into the shoe, pull the tongue up and out as you put the boot on. When your foot is in place, make sure the tongue is positioned over the liner and is inserted into the sides of the shell.

  4. The start will be very tight at the first fitting, as your foot is not in a sport position, and it may be too short in the foot.

  5. Position your foot. Sit down and press your heel against the floor a few times. This will pull your toes towards the back of the shoe and push your heel deep into the heel pocket.

  6. Adjust the lacing. Sit down and tighten any lacing system on the shoe. Be careful not to overtighten, which can lead to pressure points on the foot and poor circulation.

  7. Adjust the outer lacing from the bottom to the top. For Quick-Pull or Boa® systems. Tighten the lower area first, then the upper part.

  8. Sporting position: With both boots on, place yourself in a driving position with the width of your feet apart. Slide the boots back and forth and shift your weight from side to side. Your heels should lift a little as you flex your shoes. You can attach your snowboard, standing on the mat. This will also allow you to know if your boots are adapted to your bindings and your board...

  9. Fit: spend some time in your boots to feel for pressure points. Bear in mind that your new boots are the tightest they'll ever be, and the foam liner will adjust to your foot to become half a size smaller.

 

IT'S UP TO YOU

Now that you know everything about boots, you have the tools to start your search. We strongly recommend that you do not choose by price or colour alone. Your boots are the main part of your equipment. It is wise to save your budget elsewhere to enjoy surfing without risk.