The right children's ski boots will help ensure that children have a fun and safe time on the slopes and that their skiing skills progress accordingly. There are several different types of children's ski boots, giving parents many options when looking for the right children's ski boots.
Types of children's ski boots
Rear-entry ski boots get their name because the back of the boot opens to the rear, allowing skiers to insert their feet from behind. Rear entry ski boots are good for small children and beginners as they are easy to get in and out of. The two-piece shell opens wide to make it easier for parents to help children get their feet into the boots. The disadvantages of rear-entry kids' ski boots are that they don't offer as many fine adjustments and tend to be more difficult to flex than front-entry ski boots.
Children's ski boots with front entry
These boots get their name because the boot's tongue opens forward to allow the skier's foot to slide in from above. Children's front entry ski boots may have one, two, three or four buckles depending on the brand and size of the children's ski boot. Additional buckles provide a more custom fit. The front entry design of kids' ski boots allows them to flex more easily, making it easier for kids developing their skiing skills to put pressure on the tips of their skis and make different turns.
Ski boots Junior Race
They are intended for children and teenagers interested in cross-country skiing. The Junior Race Ski Boots are designed for performance and have more features to allow young athletes to have the best possible fit. Junior racing boots typically range from 60 to 90 flex. Generally, boots with 60-70 flex are truly a kids' design. Junior 80-90 flex boots typically use an adult lower body (green part) with a junior cuff (white part). The shorter cuff makes the boots softer than adult boots and more suitable for a child's small frame.
Adjustable children's ski boots
They are designed for children who quickly outgrow their shoes. The adjustments on the shell actually increase the overall length of the kids' ski boots, allowing budget-conscious parents to keep the same pair of kids' ski boots for more than one season. Most models of adjustable children's ski boots adjust to approximately 3 shoe sizes.Because adjustable kids' ski boots are made with a telescoping shell and expandable liner, they do not necessarily provide the same level of comfort and performance as a standard front-entry kids' ski boot.
Which boots should I buy?
Beginners and Intermediates: For beginners and intermediate skiers, it is important that boots flex easily. This will make it easier for children who are still learning new techniques to put their body weight on the front of the ski, allowing them to “be in the driver's seat”, controlling the size, shape and speed of the turn. The best option for beginner and intermediate skiers are standard front-entry ski boots, as they tend to flex more easily than rear-entry boots.
Advanced and experienced skiers
When kids start making different turns, it may be time to consider Performance Kids Ski Boots. A more personalized and tight fit gives kids faster boot and ski response, making it easier to transition from one turn to the next. For young children who have not yet developed all their ski muscles, the Performance children's boot may be too stiff. If your child cannot easily flex a standard front entry kids ski boot so that you can see the cuff flexing forward when viewed from the side as shown in the picture below, then it is not time to progress.
Determining the size of children's ski boots
Ski boot sizes are determined by a system called Mondo Point. It is only used in the ski boot industry, so it is important to check the kids ski boot size chart to ensure you are getting the correct kids ski boot size.A short video on how to choose the right ski boot size will show you how to measure to ensure you are buying the right size kids ski boots.
Will your child benefit more from adult ski boots?
Men's and women's ski boots are designed to fit the average adult man or woman, respectively, in both size and strength. Although children may have adult-sized feet, they will not be ready for adult-sized boots until they develop a more adult-like physique and strength. In some cases, most often in boys, the child's feet become too large for children's ski boots. In this case, the only solution is to look for adult ski boots with a soft curve.
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