We spend a lot of time putting people in boots in our shop. I thought I'd share some boot shopping tips with you to give you a leg up when you need some new ones. And sooner or later, you'll need new boots.
Fit is King: I don't care how pretty they are, how great the price is, or how much Backpacker Magazine raved about them, if the boots don't fit well none of it matters. Find a good fit first, and if more than one boot fits well, then you can compare color, price, etc.
Expect Your Foot to Get Measured: We get so much more information about the shape and structure of your foot than just size when we measure you. The whole experience starts on the right foot (har har) when you start with getting measured. Also, don't get hung up on sizes while you're trying boots on. Remember, fit is king. If the perfect fit is an 11 and you always thought you were a 10.5, go with the perfect fit.
Don't Forget Socks: Bad socks in a great fitting boot can still be miserable once your feet are soaked in sweat. Be sure to get some good quality socks in an appropriate cushion for your endeavors. You'll love the socks, and you'll love us for showing you how great good socks are. If you already have appropriate socks, bring them with you when you try on boots.
Replace the Insoles: Go into the process expecting to purchase Superfeet or something similar. Yes, it'll add another $30 to the cost of boots, but have you seen the insoles that come with boots? Throw 'em away and get insoles that will actually help you.
Listen to Us and Talk to Us: Seriously, we put people in boots all the time; we know what we're doing. Be sure to give us plenty of feedback, too. We'll ask good questions to get the information we need to put you in a good pair of boots for you, but we need you to talk to us. We'll work with you to get you in the right pair of boots for your needs.
Come into the shop, we'll take care of you for all of your boot fitting needs.
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