I echo everyone else. Boots are key, especially for adults. For some reason kids seem to do ok in just about any boot that is the correct size. The reason I've skied the same boots for so long is because they were purchased from a boot fitter who did custom insoles and then shaved the shell to fit my wide feet. I'm getting refit this year and I'll be heading to one of the local boot fitters to purchase. I am toying with the idea of going to Daleboot and letting them fit me.
As for everything else I used to get a pro form which is intended to give ski patrol and instructors deals on equipment. If you have an instructor or ski patrol friend who isn't buying gear this year you might be able to talk them out of their pro form. It's been so long since I bought skis I have no idea if the pro form system has changed. I'm going to use my current pair, Rossi Bandit XX until they break or wear out.
If you can't find a pro form keep your eye on the classifieds. Sometimes when a shop goes out of business someone will purchase the inventory and sell out of a truck or a storage unit. Manufacturer reps also have been known to put some of their stock up for sale as well.
As for everything else I used to get a pro form which is intended to give ski patrol and instructors deals on equipment. If you have an instructor or ski patrol friend who isn't buying gear this year you might be able to talk them out of their pro form. It's been so long since I bought skis I have no idea if the pro form system has changed. I'm going to use my current pair, Rossi Bandit XX until they break or wear out.
If you can't find a pro form keep your eye on the classifieds. Sometimes when a shop goes out of business someone will purchase the inventory and sell out of a truck or a storage unit. Manufacturer reps also have been known to put some of their stock up for sale as well.
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