Need Size Help, Boot and Ski Rec's

[canadianbelle]

First, about boot-fitting -- must, must, must!

My first boot was "comfortable" when I stepped into it at the store -- I thought it was good cos it FELT good. BUT... when I was on the hill and leaned forward (in ski stance), dang... TOO MUCH SPACE! My "comfy" boot was TOO BIG!!

AS you can imagine, lots of feet pain problems -- arch cramps, aching calves, toe bang, you name it! After getting the shell punched out, liners filled in etc, the easiest thing was to buy a proper-fitting boot in the right size!

So now that I have learnt my lesson:

1. Get the RIGHT SIZE
2. Get a pro bootfitter to get it all fitted
3. Never rest till it fits

And as for skis, if anyone is interested in a pair of Blizzard Black Pearl skis (166 cm), I'm letting them go for $495. Skied only twice, almost brand new. It features rockered tips and nice side cut for easy turning, and yet plows through crud and pow nicely.

 

[MissySki]

And as for skis, if anyone is interested in a pair of Blizzard Black Pearl skis (166 cm), I'm letting them go for $495. Skied only twice, almost brand new. It features rockered tips and nice side cut for easy turning, and yet plows through crud and pow nicely.

I am looking forward to demoing these skis asap since there have been so many rave reviews! How come you want to let go of them after only skiing them twice? Also, what bindings are mounted to them and for what size boot?

 

[canadianbelle]

I am looking forward to demoing these skis asap since there have been so many rave reviews! How come you want to let go of them after only skiing them twice? Also, what bindings are mounted to them and for what size boot?

I have another pair of Blizzards, the Bona Fide (173 cm), that I prefer. My husband had bought the Black Pearls as a Christmas gift for me, but I'm a bit on the heavy side (160lbs) and I like to charge downhill a bit, so the longer and stiffer ski managed my weight better.

I had Marker Squire bindings mounted and my BSL is 278cm. Boot size is 23.5.