The ultimate ski boot fit requires tools and matching the shell to your unique foot shape #skiboots
In this short instructional segment, Tom Gellie explains his personal process for attaining an ultra‑snug ski boot fit by testing the boot shell directly on his bare foot, without the liner. He emphasizes that a snug, anatomically‑aligned fit lets the foot sit naturally in the boot, which he believes translates to better skiing performance. Gellie describes his workflow: he first removes the liner, then conducts a series of custom “made‑up” tests while the foot is inside the shell, followed by precise modifications such as punching and grinding the shell to accommodate bony prominences and crevices. He also stresses the value of owning and mastering one’s own fitting tools, as they enable a refined, personalized fit that the liner would otherwise conceal.
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