Where can I get cheap ski boots in/around london?

Have been ski-ing twice now and have been looking out for boots but not want to buy them in a resort in case of problems. Would like to have them fitted.

Where can I get cheap ski boots in/around london?
The key is to go somewhere with a variety of brands, with a proper boot-fitting area with informed staff. Every brand suits a different shape foot, so make sure you go somewhere with a good choice and with people that know what they're doing.





Steer clear of anywhere that sells just one or two brands (like just Salomon, or just Atomic). You'll be lucky to find the right fit at a place like that.





Snow+Rock is good, and have stores in Covent Garden, Kensington, The City and Romford. Ellis Brigham too.





Some stores (like S+R) offer a fit guarantee, so if the boots hurt, you can bring them back and they'll fix them up, or exchange them for a different model.





Also, ask about the footbed - the standard ones supplied by manufacturers are completely flimsy and unsupportive. A good boot-fitter will suggest upgrading you to a better footbed. This isn't them trying to get more money - it really makes a difference to whether your feet are tired and sore at the end of the day!





Just remember, "cheap" isn't worth it if they're going to hurt!





Good luck.
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Reply:You don't say where abouts in London you are but any good winter sports shop will be able to help you. If you are anywhere near Chelmsford in Essex I would thoroughly recommend Ski Plus in Navigation Road, Chelmsford where the staff are very helpful and the range of all ski gear is brilliant. I got my boots there as well as everything else and they were perfect. Good luck in the hunt.
Reply:If you want new,try Decathlon at Canada Waters. Try and get a pair of pre heated inner boots well worth a few bob more. Don't get boots to stiff as it will affect your ankle flex(important) and take your time,go midweek as its quieter.
Reply:I recommend Finches Ski %26amp; Snowboarding Emporium, 25-29 Perry Vale, Forest Hill, London SE23 2NE. They currently have a sale on, so grab yourself some bargains. Visit their website.





www.finches-ski.co.uk



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