New Ski Boots: Women Fitting Women

NEW SKI BOOTS: WOMEN FITTING WOMEN

New Ski Boot Consultation & Fitting

Same legendary Larry's bootfitting. A different way to experience it.

WHO IS THIS FOR?

Let's face it: ski shops can sometimes be intimidating.

Maybe you're relatively new to skiing and aren't entirely comfortable with the terminology. Maybe you've spent years skiing in uncomfortable boots and haven't felt like anyone really listened to your concerns. Maybe you're an accomplished skier who's tired of having your abilities underestimated. Or maybe you'd simply feel more comfortable working with another woman.

Whatever your reason, we get it.

Our Women Fitting Women appointments offer the same comprehensive bootfitting experience we're known for at Larry's, with one important difference: you'll work with a female bootfitter.

No assumptions about your skiing ability. No pressure to impress anyone. No need to justify your equipment choices or how aggressively you ski.

Just an opportunity to talk openly about your skiing, your feet, and what you want from your boots with someone who's there to listen.

Our female bootfitters are experienced skiers who understand that women come in all shapes, sizes, and ability levels. Some love carving groomers, some spend their days in the bumps and trees and some tour deep into the backcountry.

There's no single definition of a woman skier, and there's certainly no single definition of a woman's ski boot.

We're interested in finding the right boot for you. Period.

We carry alpine, alpine touring, telemark, and Nordic backcountry ski boots. We've spent thousands of hours assembling a carefully selected collection of boots to accommodate different feet, skiing styles, and performance needs.

Our goal is simple: to help you find boots that make skiing more comfortable, more enjoyable, and ultimately more fun.

And just to be clear, this isn't a separate or simplified fitting service. You'll receive the same comprehensive consultation, measurements, boot selection, footbed recommendations, and customization available through our regular New Boot appointments.

The only difference is who's helping you.

A quick note: This appointment category is entirely optional!

Women have always been welcome to book our regular New Boot appointments and work with any of our talented bootfitters, regardless of gender. That hasn't changed.

We created Women Fitting Women simply to offer another choice. We recognize that ski shops can sometimes feel intimidating, and some women may feel more comfortable working with another woman. Others couldn't care less, and that's perfectly fine too!

There's no difference in the quality of the fitting, the equipment we offer, the time we spend with you, or the price. It's the same Larry's experience, just with the option to choose a female bootfitter.

Book whichever appointment feels right for you. We're happy to help either way!

THAT ALL SOUNDS GOOD. HOW DOES IT WORK?

First, we'll talk about skiing.

We'll start with a conversation about what kind of skier you are, where you ski, how often you get out, and what you'd like to accomplish. We'll also discuss your experiences with previous boots, including anything that's caused discomfort or frustration.

If you've got a short video of yourself skiing, feel free to bring it along. It's helpful, but certainly not necessary.

We also recommend bringing your skis, or at least a photo of your bindings showing the model. Some older bindings require specific boot soles, and we'd rather figure that out before spending two hours fitting you into something incompatible.

Next, we'll get to know your feet.

We'll carefully measure your feet and evaluate their shape and volume. This is one of the most important parts of finding a properly fitting ski boot.

Bring a pair of clean, thin ski socks that fit well. If you don't have any, we carry plenty of options at the shop.

Based on your measurements and our conversation, we'll select a handful of boots that we think are worth trying.

Although we have hundreds of boots on the wall, there's no reason to try every one of them. Usually, we can narrow things down to two to four promising options.

Then comes the fun part: trying boots on.

We'll help you into each boot and give you time to stand, move around, and get a feel for how it fits.

A ski boot can feel very different after ten minutes than it does when you first put it on. The liner warms up, your foot settles into place, and pressure points become easier to identify.

We'll take our time.

While you're waiting, you can watch whatever ski movie we've got playing, browse our collection of ski and adventure books, or simply enjoy the atmosphere of the shop.

We want you to feel comfortable asking questions, sharing concerns, and telling us when something doesn't feel right.

Finally, we'll customize your boots.

Once we've identified the best boot, we'll discuss custom footbeds, which are an additional expense but can make a substantial difference in comfort, support, and performance.

We'll then heat-mold the liners or shells as appropriate and make any necessary adjustments.

Some of these processes can be a little uncomfortable, but they're generally brief, and we'll walk you through everything we're doing.

When we're finished, we'll have you try the boots on again and evaluate the fit.

Sometimes they're ready to go immediately. Other times, a little additional work is needed.

Our goal is to send you skiing in boots that fit exceptionally well, with the understanding that we're here to help if further adjustments are necessary.

WHAT DOES IT COST?

Our Women Fitting Women appointments have exactly the same pricing as our regular New Boot appointments.

There is a $100 fitting and consultation fee, paid when you book your appointment.

Because we strongly believe in the comfort and performance benefits of custom footbeds, we apply that $100 fee toward the combined purchase of new ski boots and custom footbeds.

Custom footbeds can last a decade or longer and can often be transferred between pairs of boots. Prefabricated or drop-in footbeds do not qualify for this credit.

What if I don't buy boots?

If we spend the appointment helping you find the right boot but you decide not to purchase, the $100 fee compensates us for our time and expertise.

We'll still recommend appropriate boots and, when necessary, help you locate them elsewhere.

If we don't have anything available in your size, we'll refund your $100 fitting fee.

CANCELLATIONS, RESCHEDULING & OTHER NITTY-GRITTY STUFF

Rescheduling: You can reschedule your appointment at no charge up to 48 hours beforehand using the link in your confirmation email.

Cancellations: Cancellations made at least 48 hours before your appointment receive a refund of the $100 fee, minus the $5 transaction fee charged by our scheduling provider.

Late cancellations: Appointments canceled within 48 hours are nonrefundable.

No-shows: If you don't show up for your appointment, the $100 fee is forfeited.

To cancel, email larrysbootfitting@gmail.com.

What if I'm sick?

Please stay home!

We're a very small shop, and illness can seriously disrupt our ability to operate. We don't allow our employees to work when they're sick, and we ask our customers to extend us the same courtesy.

If you wake up feeling ill on the day of your appointment, email us and we'll reschedule you at no charge.

A QUICK NOTE ABOUT PAYMENTS

We're a small, independent ski shop, and rising costs continue to affect our business.

To help keep our prices as fair as possible, we charge a 2.9% fee on credit card payments.

There's no additional fee when paying with cash or debit card.

We appreciate your understanding and support.

READY TO FIND YOUR NEXT PAIR OF BOOTS?

Whether you're buying your first pair or replacing boots you've skied in for years, we'd love to help.

Women Fitting Women. Same Larry's expertise. Your skiing, your feet, your experience.

Schedule your Women Fitting Women appointment today!