Whitewoods 302 Nordic Ski Boots - Waterproof, NNN (For Men and Women)

A great light weight touring boot.

The first 3 days out at Snow Mountain Ranch in CO, there was wear and tear already as some of the threads on both boots started coming loose. I'm one to keep shoes and boots for years so this was not from my abuse. A friend had the same thing happen on the same boot. They are now collecting dust in the closet as I couldn't return them to the place I bought them from. Buy a well known name brand such as Salamon or Rossingnol. They were sloppy feelign and left me with no control. i have wide feet but these were much larger than I needed. I finally have a good pair and that can make a HUGE difference in control, comfort and fun. I will say these boots were at least warm, but don't get wet.

My shoe size (in most shoes) is 46 (11.5 - 12). I got a 46 in these boots and it was too large, even with thick socks. The sole was too flexible, and didn't keep the foot on the ski as it should. All of this was easier to take than the lacing system. It was hard to lace up, hurt around the ankles, and was not effective. It might improve with time, but I doubt it. Not good.

I bought this boot for my husband. He has wide feet so it fit fine in that dept, but it offered ZERO arch support. Overall, it offered very little support. The boot was too flexible & squishy for xc skiing. The materials in the ankle area were fluffy & thick but still didn't offer much support, and couldn't adjust the fit very well. I will send back for a refund.

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