Board Shop/Snowboard Boots
 

I checked the big tent in Gart Sport's parking lot, but they don't have any snowboard boots in size 14. Anybody have any recommendations for a ski/board shop in town...or even a website?

I'd really like to get some with the Boa laces I think. Any particular brand you guys like? My friend is a beginner, but she likes her Vans Boa laced boots she got last year. I really want to try a couple different ones on. Damn these boats that I call feet!

I'd skip Gart and go to a dedicated shop. I think they'll do you better. I can't remember the name, but there is one on Plum and South Virginia (north-eastern quadrant). If I finally get around to buying new boots, thats probably where I will go.

I'm looking at a set of K2's with the Boa laces myself. My sister has a pair, and loves them. We both have the same set of bad feet too, so I think I'm going to try out a set, considering my other boots (thirtytwo Prions) were really cramping my feet.

Nick, is that Mogul Mouse you're thinking of? It's on Moana, between S. Virginia and Keitzke (across the street from Sushi Club).

That's where I got my board a while back (that's since been sold to Cody). Also, MattR used to work there back in the day... like way back in the day. :lol:

Nope. This one is certainly off Plum. Its where Ben works (worked?)

copelands has some good stuff, but I would recommend Out of Bounds on plumb and virgina.

I just read the posts above, I think nick is talkin about out of bounds. :p

there is a unr ski swap at the livestock/event center , but it think it cost money to get in.

Ahh, I hadn't hear of it. (The snow ain't exactly my "thing".)

From the Pro
 

Alright, the boa laces rock but depending on your riding style and how stiff you like your boots they may not be teh best choice for you. The new line this year for 32 has cut alot off their outer boot, my buddy back home has size 13s and they made the outerboot for that size at least an inch to 1 1/2 inches smaller, which dramatically reduces on the toe drag for you guys with aircraft carrier's for feet.

As for the Van's line of boots, their boa system sucks. For any hard riding the wire gets stuck or frozen and then your boot is stuck on you. Happened twice last year to the leading female for my team.

I personally ride DC's I love em, if your going to get boa's get the top of the line model w/ the air sacs in them, they are the way to go, but the system is definately overrated. While I am riding I am constantly re-tightening them.

Now lets talk about response and boot flex. If you like instant response from your boot, u should definately go with the salomon malamute. They are super stiff and well worth the $. If you are more into freestyle stuff and want a little more flexible of a boot, rock the burton line-up.

Most importantly of all, don't skimp on buying boots. You want something that is comfortable, tight and gives support. Your toes should touch the front of the boot, and remember brand new boots will pack out and become looser so keep that in mind. The last thing anyone wants is a broken ankle, especially trying to drive with a cast and a clutch.

This bears repeating since it is really good advice. I skimped once on boots. I don't plan on doing it agian.

Wow, thanks a lot. That sounds like great advice.

Mogul Mouse only has one pair of boots in my size and their some crappy Vans. I'm going to call Copelands and Out of Bounds next. Keep the suggestions coming.

You should be able to slide down the hill on your feet being size 14!!! Kinda like those sled dogs!!! J/k Go look at vans.com !!!!

tomorrow out of bounds in reno is haveing thier huge sale. they might have boots in 14, if not try a 13 in 32's. (32 is the boot brand. they run a little big.)

ditto to sp00ln, I think this is Out-of-Bounds Board shop. Attached to that mall that is across Plumb from Parklane Mall?

I was at Out of Bounds today and Ben is the man. I'd go check that place out for sure.

yeah, thats it.

I wear the boa DC's as well... love em.

Are you thinking of 'Out of Bounds'?

Ben still works there...

Sweet! Thanks guys...I'll check it out!

I guess the store is Out of Bounds :p

I may try and stop by tomorrow. We'll see if I have enough energy.

So I heard of this store called, Out Of Bounds.

woot. Thanks to Ben. Got some awesome boots yesterday.

old ones for sale

Who's ben? I need a new snowboard....

The only size 14 boa lace boots I could find in town were some Van's at Mogul Mouse. They were like $155 out the door including a 10% discount since they're having a sale there.

They feel a little soft, but I get no heel lift which is a big improvement and they just seem to fit my feet well. The laces also have a two year warranty and the boots themselves have a 1 year warranty. I know they aren't the best out there, but I think they'll work well.

What boots did you get Nick?

He got the black ones. with the rachet thing.

Well so did I, but I was wondering what brand...

APX - Sanchez.

Boa system. Hard boots.

Right on...never heard of them before.

Me neither till yesterday. They are aparently a sub-brand of Northwave.

So when we gonna get some snow to hith the slopes to use this new stuff?

If this is a guessing game I'm going with Nov. 27.

I am so pissed that there is no snow in sight in the weather report. :mad:

My lack of bindings at the moment makes that easier for me to handle. :lol:

Hello?

This dude who drives a bugeye RS. I don't think he posts very regularly here though. I just know him from meets here and there.