 Poster: A snowHead
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@noodlehat, tbh it doesn't promising in terms of the shop. So there was no customisation? Footbed?
Reason I ask, is yeah it could be wrong size, equally it could be the boot just needs customising. Although that usually works better in terms of punching out.
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Obviously A snowHead isn't a real person
Obviously A snowHead isn't a real person
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| noodlehat wrote: |
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As an aside is there difference in the half Mondo sizes? Ie 27 Vs 27.5? I read previously there's not? Is it just the liner being thicker/ thinner but same shell? |
I believe that is correct - same shell ; maybe a different foot board/inner to change the size
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Well, the person's real but it's just a made up name, see?
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| noodlehat wrote: |
@olderscot, thanks, yeah I think it's at least 25mm but haven't got accurate way to measure really. I've emailed the shop but they're a 2hr drive from home so not ideal!
As an aside is there difference in the half Mondo sizes? Ie 27 Vs 27.5? I read previously there's not? Is it just the liner being thicker/ thinner but same shell? |
27.0/27.5 is the same shell, same liner and either a thicker insole in the 27.0 or the same insole and a volume reducer shim supplied in the box (many brands now size the boot on the box as 27.0/27.5 and provide the volume reducer)
either way unless you have a very big heel instep perimeter 25mm is going to be on the generous side for anyone (there are exceptions to the rule but they are not many)
i really does sound like the boot is too big but without someone seeing it and confirming anything else is guesswork
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| noodlehat wrote: |
As an aside is there difference in the half Mondo sizes? Ie 27 Vs 27.5? I read previously there's not? Is it just the liner being thicker/ thinner but same shell? |
Depends on the brand really. It's always the case that one shell fits two sizes, but that breaks down differently. Tecnica for example has one shell for 26.5/27 and the next size up for 27.5/28. So 27 vs 27.5 in Tecnica are indeed two different shells and sole lengths. Most other brands do 27/27.5, 28/28.5, etc.
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Anyway, snowHeads is much more fun if you do.
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| Tristero wrote: |
| noodlehat wrote: |
As an aside is there difference in the half Mondo sizes? Ie 27 Vs 27.5? I read previously there's not? Is it just the liner being thicker/ thinner but same shell? |
Depends on the brand really. It's always the case that one shell fits two sizes, but that breaks down differently. Tecnica for example has one shell for 26.5/27 and the next size up for 27.5/28. So 27 vs 27.5 in Tecnica are indeed two different shells and sole lengths. Most other brands do 27/27.5, 28/28.5, etc. |
what model of boots are you looking at.... i can assure you all their alpine boots are 26.0/26.5 then 27.0/27.5 as is the norm
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So I’ve been in a pair of Tecnica 110 28.5 (330m) boots for the last 10yrs. I’ve been very happy with them, but I’ve recently bought some new skis and fitted shift bindings to them. So I’ve decided to get some new boots that have GW and can be used with pins.
I’ve seen a great deal online for a pair of Tecnica 110 28.5 that fit the bill for features required.
My current boots didn’t require much work bar heating lining and custom footbed.
So if I bought these boots, am I likely to get a similar fit to my current boot. And can I take the new boots to a bootfitter to get them fitted? Obviously expecting to pay for them to be fitted.
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We would only undertake the work if the boot size is correct, in that i mean it would be the size we'd sell you. Otherwise it's a fairly sub optimal process and we'd refuse the opportunity to take your money. For us, a size 28 boot should be a slightly higher flex too, assuming with feet that big you weigh more than 55kg.
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| snopicnicshere wrote: |
So I’ve been in a pair of Tecnica 110 28.5 (330m) boots for the last 10yrs. I’ve been very happy with them, but I’ve recently bought some new skis and fitted shift bindings to them. So I’ve decided to get some new boots that have GW and can be used with pins.
I’ve seen a great deal online for a pair of Tecnica 110 28.5 that fit the bill for features required.
My current boots didn’t require much work bar heating lining and custom footbed.
So if I bought these boots, am I likely to get a similar fit to my current boot. And can I take the new boots to a bootfitter to get them fitted? Obviously expecting to pay for them to be fitted. |
100% agree with what @CH20 just said, if the boot is the correct size and volume then yes we would do that work, but as he also said flex seems low, 28.5 in a flex like 110 i buy maybe 1-2 pairs for those lanky tall beginners who have long feet and cant flex anything more, but the vast majority of what we carry in that sort of size is 120/130 flex and for good reason
we also stop working on boots we haven't supplied when the the diary gets busy normally by end of august , sometimes mid September if it is a slow start to the season, we just don't have the capacity to do that kind of work when we have a rack of boots to sell because inevitably the boot someone brings in is a size too big so we have a wasted appointment
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@CEM, You'd be delighted to know the same brand, Tecnica make their Jnr, nay enfant race boot the Firebird 65 all the way upto a 28.5, which has to go down as the biggest waste of a mould in ski boot history. Hear those Achilles' go ping!
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Am I about to fall down the same rabbit hole I fell down years ago, online boot purchase?
Approx 3 seasons ago I bite the bullet and got fitted properly by a proper boot fitter and they squeazed me into a very nice pair of hawx primes 130 (bought foolishly online/in resort and local ski shop previously)now the liner needs replaced but I wouldn't mind changing them over to the atomic hawx prime xtd 120 (pins) version, could I possibly just take chance on a online sale item rather than the 1000 mile returm drive to the fitter . The boot has been superseded for next season with boa but would be looking for last seasons so same generation of shell. Would probably save around £300.
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And love to help out and answer questions and of course, read each other's snow reports.
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@powderfetish, to save £300
You must be mad
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@powderfetish, not sure what you are asking? Are you intending to take the xtd's to a fitter for customisation or hoping/expecting them to be fine off the shelf?
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You know it makes sense.
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@powderfetish, I have a pair of the hawx xtd ultras, and the lining is VERY thin. I wouldn't chance it.
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Otherwise you'll just go on seeing the one name:
Otherwise you'll just go on seeing the one name:
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| powderfetish wrote: |
Am I about to fall down the same rabbit hole I fell down years ago, online boot purchase?
Approx 3 seasons ago I bite the bullet and got fitted properly by a proper boot fitter and they squeazed me into a very nice pair of hawx primes 130 (bought foolishly online/in resort and local ski shop previously)now the liner needs replaced but I wouldn't mind changing them over to the atomic hawx prime xtd 120 (pins) version, could I possibly just take chance on a online sale item rather than the 1000 mile returm drive to the fitter . The boot has been superseded for next season with boa but would be looking for last seasons so same generation of shell. Would probably save around £300. |
If it’s the same size shell and you know it fits you, then it’s probably worth the risk. If you need adjustments you’re going to need to find a decent fitter next time you’re in a resort
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Poster: A snowHead
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Quick question if anyone can help please;
Bought new Atomic Hawx Magna online because they were cheap (idiot) and they are too wide at 102mm last whereas the Hawx Prime at 100mm last fits perfectly (had to hire some in resort due to Magna not fitting well enough).
As the boots only cost me £120 is there anyway of paying to make them fit better ?
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Obviously A snowHead isn't a real person
Obviously A snowHead isn't a real person
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Simply no. What size and model you might find someone willing to buy them off you if basically unused unmodified.
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Well, the person's real but it's just a made up name, see?
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@Jammy 07, wear thicker socks?
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@Jammy 07, hmmm, you can always (+/-) make bigger, can't easily make smaller ...
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Anyway, snowHeads is much more fun if you do.
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Thanks everyone for the responses and I’ll look to sell them for what I paid if possible.
Hawk Magna 100 Black/Anthracite Size 26.5 and worn by my son for about half an hour in resort but other than that as new.
Will advertise them properly later but if anyone is interested then please get in touch.
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