Old Guy In Idaho

[ThePlumber]

I just moved here, Caldwell Idaho, from So Ca. I went skiing for the first time since my teens last week. I had more fun than I can convey. It's been a long time since I felt that good. Now since I'm 70 minutes from the doorstep to the slopes, my dream of skiing again is now doable. Back in So Ca. Big Bear's Snow summit was the only game in town for me, and you talk about significant crowds and long lift lines, etc, plus the traffic takes the fun out. I'm 63 and a semi-retired plumber. I learned so much about plumbing and drain work through forums such as these so her I am to look for advice on gear etc. Thanks for all those who contribute. It makes a big difference.

 

[Tytlynz64]

I just moved here, Caldwell Idaho, from So Ca. I went skiing for the first time since my teens last week. I had more fun than I can convey. It's been a long time since I felt that good. Now since I'm 70 minutes from the doorstep to the slopes, my dream of skiing again is now doable. Back in So Ca. Big Bear's Snow summit was the only game in town for me, and you talk about significant crowds and long lift lines, etc, plus the traffic takes the fun out. I'm 63 and a semi-retired plumber. I learned so much about plumbing and drain work through forums such as these so her I am to look for advice on gear etc. Thanks for all those who contribute. It makes a big difference.

Welcome aboard ThePlumber, whether any skiing question you have has an answer or not, you will get dozens to choose from here. Let me be the first to chime in: marry your boots date your skis. Boots, properly fitted by a reputable fitter is money well spent and will add to your enjoyment. Rock on!

 

[dbostedo]

Welcome! Where did you go skiing @ThePlumber?

You might be interested in the seasonal thread for your region, if you haven't found it already:

Northern Rockies/Alberta - 2023 Inland NW/Idaho/Wyoming/Montana Ski Resorts/Conditions/Meetups

Whitefish had one of the biggest opening days it has had in years. 84 of 113 trails open on day 1. Hellroaring Basin is open as well. However, the new chair is not open yet. https://whitefishpilot.com/news/2022/dec/14/resort-breaks-record-skier-visits-opening-day/ Also, this makes 75 years at...

www.skitalk.com

 

[ThePlumber]

marry your boots date your skis.

Thank you. Yes I heard that saying while I considered buying a pair. They only had two options. The option I was considering was clamping quite hard around my heel. He was fitting me for performance. I was concerned they may be a smidgen to tight. If I read about one person who bought a pair that thought they were to tight but broke in later then I might pull the trigger. But only 2 choices?. I don't have a problem waiting for good deals on skis but I want boots now.

Welcome! Where did you go skiing @ThePlumber?

Bogus Basin. The day after 5 inches feel the night before.

You might be interested in the seasonal thread for your region, if you haven't found it already:

Northern Rockies/Alberta - 2023 Inland NW/Idaho/Wyoming/Montana Ski Resorts/Conditions/Meetups

Whitefish had one of the biggest opening days it has had in years. 84 of 113 trails open on day 1. Hellroaring Basin is open as well. However, the new chair is not open yet. https://whitefishpilot.com/news/2022/dec/14/resort-breaks-record-skier-visits-opening-day/ Also, this makes 75 years at...

www.skitalk.com

Thank you very much

 

[Jim McDonald]

I'm sure someone here can point you to an expert bootfitter within reasonable driving distance.

 

[Jilly]

That fit could be right. I'm in new boots and can only wear 1 type of sock right now. Anything thicker and I'm in pain. But another couple of weekends and it should be good. The liners get comfortable in no time and the model they may have put you in might be heat moldable. Shops won't do that, till you've handed over the money.

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[ThePlumber]

That fit could be right. I'm in new boots and can only wear 1 type of sock right now. Anything thicker and I'm in pain. But another couple of weekends and it should be good. The liners get comfortable in no time and the model they may have put you in might be heat moldable. Shops won't do that, till you've handed over the money.

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Thank you. After about 15 minutes I took them off and my socks. I had red "hot spots" around the sides of my heel, not the back of my heel but the sides. It's like I'm so close to buying but,,,, more research tells me if I'm worried then maybe not the right boot. And the fact he only had two pairs in my size maybe wonder if sales were more important.

 

[ThePlumber]

But another couple of weekends and it should be good. The liners get comfortable in no time,,,,,,,

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I would love to know how your feet feel after a couple more weekends,,,
And not to be snarky,,,, how long is no time. I'm going to look at some boots tommorow.
Thank you very much for your time.

 

[Bill Miles]

Welcome from another old guy (going on 76) in Idaho.