2007-02-20 10:51:21 · 9 answers · asked by ally 2 in Sports ➔ Winter Sports ➔ Snow Skiing
Technically, you need ski boots. However, I have, as I am sure many other people have, by accident stepped on their ski when wearing regular snow boots. Your foot stays, but since the boot isnt made of rigid plastic, IT HURTS. It pinches your toes and your achilles tendon. The ski doesnt fit properly and it will fall off, which hurts even more.
ski boots can be rented for a super low cost of $10-$20 a day at most small area resorts. its worth checking into - the sport is awesome fun!
2007-02-20 12:46:48 · answer #1 · answered by indianteardrops 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
You have to have special boots. Ski boots protect your ankles and they clip into your skis. If you used regular snow boots, your skis wouldn't stay on your feet and they probably wouldn't fit. If you need ski boots, go to a ski store in your area, and people there will help you get exactly what you need! Good Luck!
2007-02-22 11:55:34 · answer #2 · answered by Hillary B 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
There's absolutely no way to use regular boots because the ski boots lock in to the ski and there's a special shape the boots need to be. Also, they can't be soft or they'd just fall off
2007-02-21 02:18:22 · answer #3 · answered by MLBfreek35 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
All the equipment is highly specialized and has a a function for performance and safety. If you ever think of trying to ski, just remember you need to have at least some muscle tone, able to bike ride, jog or roller blade...and take lessons! It will all lead to a great experience, safe and a lot of fun!
2007-02-20 16:12:58 · answer #4 · answered by Solo Parent 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
when you go skiing you need to either rent or buy ski boots that lock into your skis. when you go to a mountain, there's almost always a place to rent all you have to do is tell them your size, fill out information about yourseld and pay a samll fee and there yours for the day.
also there are many ski swaps, which is like used boards and skis
2007-02-20 10:57:06 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
You need ski boots that lock into the skis themselves.
2007-02-20 10:54:11 · answer #6 · answered by CctbOh 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
only ski boots fit into the bindings of your skis
2007-02-20 10:58:46 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes you need ski boots.
make sure when you step into your boots and start on your first runs you let your legs relax. If you don't your shins and calf's start to hurt, and you have to take a little break to let your legs calm down.
2007-02-20 16:24:33 · answer #8 · answered by JoeSchmoe 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
they are special so they can attach to skis and take a while to get used to you as your tilted forward 10 degrees. It may take 15 minutes to half hour though to get used to. Your leg muscles have to adjust.
2007-02-20 10:57:18 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋