Early Season Ideas to Keep Your Feet Happy and Have a Fun First Day on the Slopes.

Just a few simple early season suggestions to ease back into your ski boots makes a world of difference for any level skier.

• First remove the ski boot liners to check for any old boot warmers or signs of a mouse nest that may have developed during the fall.
• Put on only one pair of thin ski socks. Wearing two pairs of socks does not help at all and may even cause your feet to become colder from lack of circulation.
• Be sure to wear your boots around the house a few times before you actually go skiing.
• Make sure that you boots fit properly. They should not be too big or feel loose.
• Shin problems are a major issue for an uncomfortable feeling. This could be from your long underwear ending midway in the boot causing shin pressure. Make sure that you have no wrinkles in the boot from socks or under garments.
• A good boot fitter can easily suggest ways to help with your boot problems once you have skied a few times. You may want to try a foot bed to help naturalize your foot balance.
• Next, make sure that you have your ski bindings checked by a certified technician. This is very important for your safety and may help prevent serious injury.
• Have your skis waxed and tuned, especially if rust has developed.

You should be ready to head to the slopes and make a few turns. Have fun and enjoy the ski season.

Before you hit the slopes be sure to give Tours de Sport a call.

By: Goody Dwyer