Ski Boots ?

i wear a size 12 shoe, and my feet are kinda wide..





what size boot do i need to buy? .. im new to the skiing thing, and i like the opinion of someone with experience ... should i get one size larger just in case ?? and what mondo size would correspond to the size i need ?

Ski Boots ?
Boots are probably as important or more important than the ski itself!





You need to go to a pro shop and get fitted. Boots are so variable that it%26#039;s not possible to just answer how to get fitted here. Skiing ability, age, gender, how often one skis, weight and a host of other factors are important. You may need even more help if you have had injuries to you legs.





Some ski areas and/or shops have sports medical staff if you have irregularities. For example, I broke my leg once skiing. It is %26quot;out of line%26quot; and I need special added parts to both boots and skis.





Go to a ski shop. They have the info you need.
Reply:I suggest renting boots from a rental store at the mountain until you find something that really works for you.





If they are uncomfortable after one run then exchange them,


once you find what you like then buy them





nothing ruins a trip more than crappy boots





Us wide feet guys have a hard time getting a good fit, but salomon have some of the widest and don%26#039;t think that you have to buy the most expensive as they are the stiffest and least comfortable ,,,, unless of course you are a hard core skier
Reply:First off, one thing to remember is that ski boots will feel much different than normal boots... The optimal fit for a ski boot is for your toes to be %26quot;touching%26quot; the front of the boot when your knee%26#039;s are relaxed, and when you flex forward, your toes should pull off of the front of the boot just a bit... A size 12 shoe would be an 18.5 Mondo and a 29 Europe.. Normally when sizing boots, you are about 1-2 sizes smaller than usual, however because of your wide foot, you may bee an 18.5...In the end, just go with the boot that fits the best, and any local ski shop can help..
Reply:A size 12 shoe should fit a in a boot size 29 (2+9= 11) since a ski boot should be one size smaller than your street shoe. A ski boot should fit very TIGHT around your foot and ankle. Your foot should not move, just wiggle your toes.


Different brands will fit differently Get one that is the proper shape and size for your foot. Go to a professional ski shop and spend about 3-4 hours trying on different boots.



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