Ski boots to tight?

Question

They feel really tight around my calf, even if i loosen them up. Is this normal?

Answer 1

Most ski boots have a screw, nut, or bolt that holds the teeth for the top buckle on to the boot. Usually there are several settings for this. Your boots should have come with instructions on how to adjust this. It does involve tools. If your boots were right out of the box and you didn't get them professionally fitted, they most likely are on the factory setting...which is the middle setting. You can move them out to the last setting and get yourself a few more centimeters of calf room.

If you can't figure this out by yourself, take it to a ski shop. They can tell you if your boot can be adjusted wider. Maybe it already is out as far as it will go. Then you have the same problem I do...a big calf, and then you just have to deal with it.

Like everyone else said, as long as it isn't painful, causing numbness, or cutting off circulation then you should be OK. A little discomfort is usual....especially if they are new boots.

Here's some other questions to ask yourself:
1) Do you have Thermofit liners?
2) If so...were they fitted correctly?
3) Are your socks too thick?
4) Are you tucking anything like leggings, long underwear, ski pants, etc. in the top of your boots?

Answer 2

Ski boots are like ice skates. They almost have to hurt to provide the performance needed. However, at the beginner level, they really shouldn't hurt, since the boots don't need to be super tight.

A couple thoughts:

1. Wear one pair of thin socks. Wearing thick socks, or two pair of socks, can tighten things up, or bunch up and cause pain in the calf.

2. Don't tuck ANYTHING into the boot. No long johns, or ski pants, or anything. Everything should go around the top of the boot on the outside.

Taking care of those two things should account for 95% of calf pain.

One other thing. If you haven't skied much, sometimes your body takes a while to get used to the sensation of ski boots.

Answer 3

They should be very close-fitting, but not cutting off your circulation or causing any pain. Tighter boots will be more responsive, but ones that are too small will just cause pain. I'd have a bootfitter take a look at the boot...some buckles can be removed and moved over a few millimeters to loosen the calf of the boot.

Answer 4

If you have to un buckle the top buckle to be comfortable, you will need to have the top buckle moved over. I looked at your profile and can't tell your sex, so I will assume your a woman based on your name. Women have lower calf mussels, and I trust your in a women's specific boot. Women's specific boots will typically have a lower upper cuff to accommodate them. If your in a unisex or Mens boot and the move of the buckle does not work, take your boots to a qualify shop for a heel lift (women only). If your a guy and its still too tight, ask the shop to either cut off the top of the boot a couple of centimeters or have them stretch the shell across the top of the boot. A stretch up here will only work if it's a qualify boot with not alot of nylon.

PS did you purchase a custom foot bed? that may help to.

Answer 5

Ask in the shop and, ski boots are generally really, really tight (this stops your ankle from snapping).

Answer 6

ski boots are suppose to be tight to give you support and keep ya in them. but if they are cutting off circulation or something get a different pair. you are the only judge of it. they are suppose to be snug but not super tight. good luck!

Answer 7

If it doesn't cause any pain while you're skiing then you're fine. It shouldn't cause any pain though. Its normal for them to be a bit tight.

Answer 8

They are suppost to be tight, but if it is cutting off circuation change them!