Use our boot fitting service for perfectly fitting boots
"Happy Feet" boot fitting service
On the slopes at last, and your boots already start to pinch after only a couple of turns? This is one of the most common problems faced by skiers. Boots that are too tight or have not been adjusted properly cut off your circulation and can soon put an end to your fun on the slopes. Having your ski boots fitted professionally at Patscheider Sport prevents this. Learn more about this customised adjustment.
- Individually moulded to your feet
- Various fitting options
- Use of innovative technology
What is so special about our "Happy Feet" boot fitting service?
State-of-the-art technology and methods
During a ski boot fitting, the shape of your feet is analysed and their size is measured. After that, the ski boots liners are moulded to the individual shape of your feet to prevent pressure points and to improve their fit.
Competent service & expertise
Our local team will be happy to advise you. We offer a wide choice of the season's latest models. Our staff will help you to find the product that is perfect for you.
Top high-quality brands
Patscheider's range includes established brands such as Strolz, Dale Boots or Heierling. Perfect energy transfer, light and precisely crafted materials and full flexibility are quality promises which they keep.
With professional advice & an awareness of orthopaedics
The perfect boot right from the start
The perfect ski boots convert your exertion and technique into traction power which is then transmitted to your skis. It is therefore particularly important that your boots fit well, as this is the only way to achieve the ideal balance between performance and comfort, and to perform to your full potential on the slopes. The various boot fittings offered by Patscheider in Serfaus are a symbiosis of years of experience, an awareness of orthopaedics and skilled craftsmanship. They ensure that you are always in full control of your skis when skiing out in the ski area, have to expend less energy and that your feet don't hurt.
We stock ski boots from the brands Atomic, Nordica, Salomon, Lange, Dale Boots, Heierling, and Strolz. All of these boots are characterised by outstanding design, meticulous craftsmanship and the use of high-quality materials.
The offer
Patscheider's boot fitting service
All feet are unique. That is why it is often so difficult to find ski boots that really fit like they should, meaning that they should not pinch anywhere even after the fifth, sixth or seventh downhill run.
Boots that facilitate an optimum conversion of energy into traction power and guarantee full flexibility – regardless of the condition of the slope. Opting for ski boots from one of our top brands in combination with our customised boot fitting service achieves precisely this result.
The process
What happens at a boot fitting
First of all, our boot experts will ask you about your level of skiing expertise and your skiing style on the slopes. After that, your posture and your feet will be analysed and precisely measured before the model that is perfect for you is chosen. There are a few differences between the models such as, for example, fits for particularly slim or wide feet, the calf width, the instep height or also the level of hardness required for the various skiing styles, from leisure to dynamic and athletic.
Once the right model has been determined, the insoles are shaped perfectly to your individual foot contours with the aid of a mould taken from your footbeds. Potential problem areas on your feet are then lined with synthetic pads before the boot liners are heat-moulded into the shell to ensure best-possible balance distribution, more control and above all maximum skiing enjoyment and fun.
From the start to the perfect end result
Pictures from our boot fitting service in the shop
Long tradition of customised boot manufacture
Strolz - top-quality
Have you already tried out numerous ski boots, but all of them seem to pinch and cause you uncomfortable pain, and you are now looking for a permanent solution to your boot problems? Then customised, individually fitted ski boots from Strolz are the answer.
Strolz are based in Lech am Arlberg; their boots are therefore quality products made 100% in Europe – handmade in Austria – that can be adjusted precisely to match your body's anatomy. From the insoles to the boot lining and the shell, each part is moulded precisely to your feet.
The customisation process
First of all, our Strolz-trained boot experts will ask you about your level of skiing expertise and your skiing style on the slopes. However, they will also take potential previous injuries or your preferences into account during the consultation in order to guarantee an optimum result. After that, your posture, your feet, your insteps and your calves will be analysed and precisely measured. On the basis of this data, copies of the contours of your feet are made on wooden lasts which are then heat-moulded into the shells. After that, the model that is perfect for you is chosen. Strolz offers different fits and levels of hardness for anyone from leisure to dynamic athletic skiers. The model Evolution, for example, opens particularly wide to make it easy to put the boots on.
Now for the fine tuning: first of all, synthetic pads are glued to potential problem areas in order to give your feet more room in places where they might be prone to pinching. Then the shells are filled with foam. After around ten minutes, the foam inside your boots has set – and you have a unique pair of perfectly customised boots.
The insoles are also perfectly moulded to your the contours of your feet with the aid of moulds taken from your footbeds. This ensures best-possible balance distribution, more control and above all maximum skiing enjoyment and fun. Voilà: You are now bound to enjoy skiing in the Serfaus-Fiss-Ladis ski area even more.
Use of state-of-the-art technologies
Pictures from our boot customisation service
Offering a personal service is important to Patscheider
Boot fitting service for your own boots
The sun is shining, the sky is blue, the snow conditions are ideal – this could turn out to be the perfect day for skiing – if it wasn't for your ski boots... A familiar problem? Even the most beautiful day on the slopes can quickly become uncomfortable if your ski boots don't fit well. If you get pins and needles in your feet or toes when skiing, the soles of your feet start to burn or you are tortured by your boots pinching in places, we can usually help you with this. If your boots hurt your ankles or you suffer from bunions, we can also adjust the shells at a later stage to prevent them from pinching in these areas. Depending on the result of your boot analysis, we offer an individual customisation service for your ski boots with the aid of our awareness of orthopaedics and various methods. If you have any questions, you can ask our competent and trained boot experts.
FAQ's Buying skiboots and boot fitting
First, it's important to find out your type of skiing. Are you more of a leisurely skier on the slopes or a very sporty skier on the edge? This will determine whether a softer or stiffer flex (the hardness of the ski boot) is right for you. Furthermore, the anatomy of your foot is crucial for choosing a ski boot model. Each brand offers different last widths for narrow or wider foot shapes. If you buy a ski boot from us, we guarantee you optimal advice and individual adjustment from our boot experts with our Happy Feet Boot Fitting service. If you're not sure about the right size, you can rent ski boots to test different models before deciding on a purchase.
A ski boot should fit snugly, but not be uncomfortably tight. Your toes may touch slightly the front when standing, but as soon as you bend your knees, there should be enough space again for you to wiggle your toes. It's also very important that your heel is firmly seated and secured in the liner. If it's pinching in the wrong places, we offer a ski boot service to optimize fit and comfort. Try out different models at the ski boot rental shop or use our boot fitting service.
Pressure points in ski boots can be caused by a variety of factors. A specific foot shape (such as a hallux valgus, a high ankle, etc.), creases in ski socks, an old liner that no longer provides cushioning or doesn't fit properly are just a few possibilities that can lead to pain while skiing. Therefore, it's important to determine the exact cause of the pressure points. A custom boot fitting can help here. Measures to combat pressure points range from a custom-fit insole, to widening or narrowing problem areas in the liner or outer shell, to padded pads.
No, you shouldn't buy ski boots that are too big, as a fit that's too loose impairs control on the slopes. A ski boot that's too big not only affects the skiing characteristics but also the comfort. If the foot has too little support and "floats" in the ski boot, it can lead to cramps. If the boot is too big and the buckles are therefore fastened too tightly, blood circulation can be interrupted, causing the foot to fall asleep, become cold, or develop pain on the top of the foot. In such cases, the fit can be optimized by adjusting the boot fitting with an insole or narrowing the liner. Let our experts advise you and have your ski boots adjusted precisely to your individual needs.
You usually only notice whether a ski boot fits perfectly while skiing. Problem areas can also arise after a fitting. If this is the case, please be patient and come to one of our shops and let our boot experts help you. Sometimes it may take several attempts to find the optimal solution for the perfect fit.
You can schedule a ski boot fitting appointment either directly at S1, Take Off, or Check In, or contact us by phone or email. Of course, you can also drop by spontaneously – we'll be happy to help you with your boot problems.
First, our boot experts will ask you about your skiing level and style on the slopes. Your posture and foot will then be analyzed and precisely measured. The right model will then be selected. There are some differences between the models, such as the fit for narrow or wider feet, calf width, instep height, and even the hardness levels for recreational to dynamic skiers.
Once the right model has been found, the insole is molded to your individual arch using a footbed impression. Plastic pads are then applied to any problem areas of your foot, before the liner and shell are finally adjusted using heat.
For a ski boot fitting, it's best to bring your own ski socks and wear pants that can be easily and comfortably pulled over your calves.
At least two appointments are required to make a Strolz ski boot – one for foot analysis and measurements (about 30 minutes), a second for foaming the liner (about 60 minutes), and possibly another for any necessary adjustments.
If the first fitting appointment takes place in the morning and the second foaming appointment takes place in the afternoon/evening, the Strolz boot can be fully fitted within 24 hours.
After the foaming appointment, you can take the boot home, and after a 12-hour curing time, you can head straight to the slopes with your new Strolz ski boot.
For the custom-made production and foaming of a Strolz boot, it's best to bring your own ski socks and wear pants that can be easily and comfortably pulled over your calves.
We recommend removing your liners at the end of every ski holiday, allowing them to air dry completely at room temperature, and loosely fastening the buckles.
To ensure the ski bindings release safely, it's important to check the heels regularly for breakage and wear. The heels must be replaced before they wear down to the shell material, otherwise the non-replaceable material may also be damaged. Feel free to ask our shoe experts for advice.
See here for where to find our boot fitting service
S1 centre, Take Off or Check In?
To ensure that we can offer you and your feet the best service this winter and to reduce the waiting times at our shops, we recommend booking a boot fitting with us beforehand online.
