Snowboard Boot Guide - Everything You Need To Know 

I just got my pair of hi standard pro’s and I love them, they’re very comfortable. I’m excited to test these out once I go snowboarding this season 👍

Just got a pair of nitro teal tls. So comfy. Tried on every pair almost in shop and brought my own insoles ive used for years before finding right fit

This was the perfect refresher course for me. I haven't snowboarded in over 15 years and I'm going to get back into it this year. Thank you for the great advice. 👍

I’ve had the privilege of owning Traditional boots for my first pair..lashed boots for my second pair..and single Boa system for my 3rd pair..I alternate days on my lashes and boas..on the market for traditional cuz those have been my favorite to ride with..the other two take to many runs to figure out the sweet spot in tightness. Fractured my left clavicle two days ago on the slopes so got about 6 weeks of recovery ahead of me before being able to head back out..I’ve never commented before but I gotta say Thank You for all your videos I taught myself how to ride from watching you tutorials about 7 years ago..been in love with the sport ever since

Solid advice, I think I've sent this to dozen people so far.🤙

I agree with you on the last point because my old boots where 20$ and they hurt my feet and where softer than a normal boot and I got hand me down boots from my sister who use to snowboard 10 years ago and they are amazing

Very helpful and well thought out video.

Hey Kevin, so glad you made this video! I've just has my first 3 days of the season this week and they have been the best 3 days of snowboarding in my life because of the all the advice you've given when it comes to snowboard boots in your past videos. Last season I had a brand new pair of 32 Lashed boots size 9.5 (my normal shoe size that I wear) and after about 15 days of riding them It was unbearable to even go up the chairlift one time. I rented for the rest of the season, but did my research, and purchased a pair of Vans Hi Standard Pro boots size 7.5 (my foot size on a Brannock Device). I had some discomfort when breaking these boots in, I think from overtightening them like how I used to with the old boots, but had a few days over the summer to get ready for the season at Big Snow in NJ, and now after a few full days on the mountain, they feel great. Anyone who is buying snowboard boots needs to watch this video and measure their foot the way I did!

Boots are on my list for this year and i‘m about to choose the K2 Maysis 👌

Any thoughts on the Burton Photon BOA boots? Also curious to know why you switched from BOA to traditional laces. I’ve been riding traditional lace Burton Sabbaths for many years but am planning to upgrade.

I’ve been following your recommendation and chose a dreamscape 500 for beginners is super cool

I actually just bought a pair of the vans linerless boots. They're pretty cool and really comfortable.

Seems you will find an array of different experiences and opinions when it comes to boots. But i guess foot size and shape will vary quite a bit between individuals... Personally ive now had two pairs of boots with Burtons Speed Lace system with hardly any problems. I like them and would get them again. Before that had traditional laces and for me found they took way longer to do up, more difficult to get consistently tight and the laces tore up my fingers after a while. But each to their own... i know loads of people who love them and loads more that would never have anything other than BOAs... Its all foot type and personal preference.

I agree. I'm going back to a lashed boots once my fast track boot wears out. They just don't stay tight if you walk at all

Hey man great video I've just started boarding the rental boots I used were boa a snug fit and my normal size, I bought some quick ties second hand which were my normal size had little more room in them but they don't stay tight, think I'm gonna go traditional lace next brand new just don't know what size to go for, do you know much about the cheap boots decathlon are selling, thanks

Traditional lace all day. Hi-Standard Pro's have been by far the most comfortable boot I've owned.

So I’m looking at getting a couple of different styles of the vans snow board boots. What would be a good flex for someone getting back into snowboarding park and street and all mountain and what’s your opinion on liner less boots?

My deeluxe team id's are being delivered today! Vans Hi-standards aren't for me but I do understand why they're so popular. The pro edition seems like a nice upgrade from the regular ones though.

Today I the got aura pros!Man I don’t know if it was placebo effect or more skill building, but i was really consistent with carving and less crashing. Felt really confident with my skill overall!! Look Good, Ride Good 🤙

Did someone say new boots? Boas for life kev!

I'm about to get new boots i needed this video

Do i need to go half size down on the infuse ? seems like vans already go half size down but called it the same size as your normal vans shoe ? I pulled out the insole to measure along my normal shoe and its half size smaller. But i wonder if i should also go from 11.5 to 11 on my infuse boots .Thank you

Good informative video! One thing I'm curious about is, do all boots fit with all snowboard bindings?

Anyone have the vans aura pro boots? I have terrible pain with them. It feels like something is digging into the front top part of my ankle.

26cm measured foot, recommended size is 8 for vans snowboarding boots, should I order an 8.5 to be on the safe side? Or just go with the 8?

i wonder if this boots are comfortable with wide foot

Just got into snowboarding and I’m looking for boots that fit wide feet any suggestions??

god, I wish I saw this video earlier, already tried 4 pairs of boots this winter. spent whole lot of money and still haven't found my size/fit..

I measured my feet and bought the boots that fit my feet true to size, for me that’s 26cm which was a size 8 from Ride. I got the double boa because I like the new technology and it solved my problem of having heel lift. In previous years I rode a size 10 boot and could never really feel comfortable. True to size is always the way to go for me.

Hi Kevin, Hope all is well. I am in the market for these boots because they look unreal and fit the bill for everything that I need. I have seen in so many videos that Vans boots run true to size of that of the sneaker you wear. In this case I would be a US10/UK9 and then from this video and going with Mondo fitting I would be a US9/UK8 - Any light on this? My Mondo is 272mm but this is caught right in the middle of 27 and 27.5 on the sizing chart which would be US9/US9.5 - Any light on this would be good. Or if anyone else sees this comment and has these boots and wants to comment on the fit of them that would be great! :D Thanks for the videos! Andy

I have a pair of 2019 Vans aura pro and the pain i get on the insides of my ankles in indescribable

I got a pretty wide foot and wear a 9.5 in vans. should I get a 9.5

do you have a good to between the vans high standard pro and the vans invados pro?

Snowboard boot sizing is nuts anymore. It took me 3 tries before I found the right size for my Burton Step-On's. I typically wear a 9, sometimes a 9.5 and landed on a size 10 snowboard boot that still seemed a bit snug but had enough toe room to be comfortable.

Definitely hate traditional lace. I find I can never get the top zone tight enough. I like boa the best, especially in the backcountry for being able to quickly loosen the top and if it does break, I always have some ski straps to get it through until I can get back to safety.

Hi mate do vans boots work well for wide feet ?

Me & my friends bought the vans infuse. Super sick boots but the BOA’s failed on both our boots. Mine after 3 weeks, his after 2 days Never buying a boot with BOA’s again.

I have very comfortable boots but they are almost 15 years old. Should I buy new ones or not?

I’d recommend actually measuring your foot and getting the proper mondo size. If you can’t do that, go to a boot fitter.

Is the pros worth the extra cost over the standard vans?

Hey man, i’m trying to figure out what snowboard i should buy for my first board. I’m in the beginner section while i’ve only boarded 2 times. I’m looking for a board that’ll suit me well as a beginner, but also as i’m progressing. I’m kinda just looking at burton, because there’s so many to choose from in other brands. Could you help me on giving me advice what the best suitable board would be for me?

Who makes a stiff boot in wide widths?

thanks for the video :) what do you think of the Vans Infuse, now that you have some Vans urself?

6:40 I have similar design boots (32 tm2 xlt laced) and seems no matter what I do I can’t get the boot to wrap around my upper shin at the top of the boot completely. Always end up with air gap between liner and front of shin, especially if I point my feet down. Was an issue on last pair of boots too. Liner goes on my shin nice and solid at first, but by time boots are done up, an air gap is presented (quite a bit, 1/4” plus). The power strap doesn’t cinch that down. Super annoying, have no idea how to avoid this

I've been riding the Adidas Samba the past couple of years, and love them. Now that Adidas is out of this game, what would you recommend that is a close fit and feel to the Samba? Thanks!

Great video! I've run into a slight problem. I live in the midwest with 1 ski shop in my area with minimal selection so I'll likely have to order multiple pairs online and return a few. My bigger issue is I have small feet for an adult man. I wear a 6.5-7.5 normal shoe depending on who makes it, and almost every boot starts at 7. I feel like I need a 6 or 6.5 to have a good fit. I've found a few different models but all are BOA and mostly base models. Will companies typically have more stock in all sizes when the new line comes out? Or will my options be limited? I'd love some suggestions since I ride a decent amount and my boots are a pain point.

What type of boots are recommend coming off a broken ankle? I would assume a stiffer boot would be best but I’m really unsure about it.

Love your videos mate. Hope you are still enjoying the 'Strapins'. If you need some more hit me up :-)

my boots were too big and got looser as i ride and i sprained my ankle this weekend....

Hi!! i tested one boot that i like and even though my toes are brushing and heel is secured , i got pain on the ball girth. The pain is acceptable but after few runs i really need to rest my foot even thought i dont want to loose a minute on the mountain. Is those boots okey? or should i try a little bigger boot?

Last year i paid $450 for boots all signs you said were true i have used these boots 6x i hate them they cramp my feet give me blisters always too tight but still slip my feet are numb i am done after 3 hours in them

What’s your opinion on linerless boots for a beginner? Like the vans hi standard linerless

Great content Kev! Got new boots, same mondo size (27,5cm) as my other footwear. This season I was on mountain 10days give or take. My great toe was hitting since the day 1. While I am riding I have no problems at all, but when I have to walk its painful experience :S At the end of the day my toe is killing me :D So basically when I am in stance I am perfectly fine, but when I am standing or walking its getting unpleasant. I was told that boots will break after a while, but not sure if I should start to worry and watch for new pair or be patient and just wait them to break? :D Thanks in advance, and keep up with great content!

Heel movement empty you guys can fixing it with J-bar 😎👌🏻

you say you go through several pairs/year: do the boots fail or break at some point, or they just get weak and do not give the support needed?

I was skeptical of the Burton Speed Zone lace system, but in my experience they almost guarantee optimal tightening. It's practically impossible to over-tighten, which is often the problem with Boa or traditional.

Are snowboard boots required? Can I use regular winter boots or are dedicated snowboard boots really important?

Nice guide. I'd add that anyone worried about their knees should go for softer boots but anyone worried about their ankles should go stiffer. Having just come off a nasty ankle injury and with a history of ankle injuries from other sports I've just gone for a much stiffer boot than I've used previously.

I just got the K2 cosmo snowboarding boot.. I typically wear 7.5 shoe but I asked for a 6.5..I wore them for 40 minutes in the house and my toes went numb..do you think this is the wrong size for me? my toes just graze the front and my heel feels nice and snug..any suggestions.?

it's weird, everything i read they say soft for park?, i mean jibbing sure..... but i find it way easier to spin/jump/ollie with the stiffest possible, max energy transfer to the board.... also landing jumps more solid, soft seems to wash out way more..... weird.

Any boot becomes water proof with some household wax 🖖🏻

I just picked up snowboarding and I’m looking for some guidance on my first board. I’m 6’1” 180lbs and wear a size 12 boot in the Burton Imperial. Would you suggest a wide or normal board?

I've just bought the Vans Histandard OG, but my foot hurts, any tip?

Sound advice

i want to get the high standard pros but there sold out everywhere so im not sure what size to get im a 9.5 so i would get a 8.5?

why do people flex boots towards the toe to check how soft/stiff they are? the lateral flex is what matters.

The best boot is the one that fits your foot.

lost both my toenails cuz I got the wrong size.

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