How-to Articles

Boot Test Category Descriptions

Nov 12, 2015 - 12:37pm by melling

Learn about the different categories of boots. What do we mean by Technical Frontside, All-Mountain Traditionalist, All-Mountain Adventure, and Backcountry? Keep reading to find out!

So What the Heck is a Soft/Value Boot?

Nov 12, 2015 - 11:46am by melling

For this year’s test, we asked manufacturers to send at least one Soft-Value boot to provide a wider variety of stiffnesses in our testing mix. 

How to Use the Vital Stats

Nov 12, 2015 - 11:39am by melling

Ever wondered how to use vital stats? This article will explain what to make of Price, Sizes Available, and Other Models Available.

Head FormFit joins the custom race along with select models from Atomic, Fischer, Salomon, Tecnica and Daleboot.

Custom Technology Options Continue to Expand

Nov 12, 2015 - 10:19am by melling

More boot brands than ever are focusing on offering custom fit technology in their boots. It’s accepted wisdom that boots that better match the foot and leg shape are more comfortable, provide better balance and perform at a higher level.

How we rate boots

Nov 01, 2015 - 12:00am by melling

It's tough to grade boots. Fit is personal and is so critical to the match between skier and boot, and all the boots we test are among each brand's best. That's why you find a review for every boot we test on bootfitters.com. We know there are foot matches out there for each of these models.

Proper measurement and assessment of your feet is paramount to a good fit

10 Steps to a Perfect Bootfit

Sep 16, 2015 - 11:43am by Steve Cohen

Forget the Alta Chutes or Killington’s Superstar minefield. The most difficult ski challenge you’ll probably ever face is finding a comfortable fitting boot that also performs well. Here are 10 tips from ABB’s Certified Boot Techs to will make sure your next boot is your best ever.

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