Aquata
Diva in Training
Hi everyone...I have a question about boot fitting and cost. I'm a fairly new skier, I just learned in March 2014 and this past year was my first full season. I've improved a lot in my ability, but I've been using a set of old rental equipment that I bought for $200 when I started...needless to say, the quality isn't the best but it was good enough for me to learn on without investing a ton of money. I bought new skis that I had been eyeing last season on clearance in the summer, but now it's time for me to think about boots. The boots I have are definitely holding me back-I'm typically in a lot of pain after a half day of skiing.
I've never set foot in a real ski shop, I know practically nothing about this. I'm going to go to a local boot fitter who seems to have a good reputation, but before I do that, does anyone know the approximate cost? This is something I've been saving up for. I have about $400 put aside for boots currently, but I don't want to make an appointment and then not be able to afford the boots. Will most shops be able to keep within my budget if I tell them it's around $500? Does that sound like a reasonable amount, or too low?
Also, if I also purchase the bindings in the shop with the boots, do most places usually install them for you? I would call and ask, but of course they are closed today on the day when I'm trying to figure all of this out.
I've never set foot in a real ski shop, I know practically nothing about this. I'm going to go to a local boot fitter who seems to have a good reputation, but before I do that, does anyone know the approximate cost? This is something I've been saving up for. I have about $400 put aside for boots currently, but I don't want to make an appointment and then not be able to afford the boots. Will most shops be able to keep within my budget if I tell them it's around $500? Does that sound like a reasonable amount, or too low?
Also, if I also purchase the bindings in the shop with the boots, do most places usually install them for you? I would call and ask, but of course they are closed today on the day when I'm trying to figure all of this out.