Purchasing Snowboard Boots

Your selection of snowboard boots is influenced by your experience, foot size, and your enthusiasm for on-piste, park, or off-piste riding. Furthermore, your liking for a particular lacing system also affects your decision.

Proper Fit for Snowboard Boots

A snowboard boot should fit snugly, allowing the tips of your toes to just reach the front without preventing you from moving your toes upward. To secure the best fit, you should be able to lift your heel only minimally when the laces are fastened, ideally not at all.

The inner boot is advised to be half a size smaller or equal to your usual shoe size, as they expand and adapt after some use.

Sizing for snowboard boots is in EU measurements.

Flexibility of Snowboard Boots

• Soft flex boots offer more forgiveness and stability, making them ideal for park use and for beginner and intermediate snowboarders.


• Hard flex boots are more frequently found in boots designed for off-piste and on-piste use, providing edge grip and stability. They also allow for quicker responses to your movements. These firmer boots are recommended for snowboarders with more experience.

Types of Lacing Systems for Snowboard Boots

At SkatePro, we have classified the three snowboard boot lacing systems as follows:

• Traditional laces, similar to those found in regular shoes. Although they take a bit more time to tie, they are reliable and easily replaceable when worn.
• The Speed lacing system involves either one or two laces, requiring just one pull to fasten the boot completely. This makes putting on your boots quick and easy while ensuring a good fit.
• The BOA lacing system uses small steel wires that are tightened with a straightforward closing mechanism to provide an even fit. Typically, you'll come across either a Single BOA or Double BOA model when seeking a snowboard boot with a practical and efficient lacing solution.