Do burton moto boots fit bigger then shoe size?

Question

i have 11 shoe but i heard go for a 11.5

to me it makes sense to go for a 10.5 so it fits snugger

is this true, or a load of c**p... i just read this in a review on a website...... my local store is sold out so i cant try any on to see and im looking to buy over the internet.

Answer 1

You are right that your boots need to be a snug fit but i wouldent advise going half a size smaller than usual as its likely they will be too small for you and your feet will kill when you are actually riding. But i also wouldent advise going half a size larger than usual as your feet will probably be too small for the boot and you will be in danger of heel lift. Its hard to say though the only real way of knowing which brand oif boot and which size of boot are best for you is to try on a large range and go with the ones and the size that fit your feet the best. Its not all about length either its more width and foot shape which determines what brand of boot is best for you. Generally brands like Thirty two and Vans suit people with wide feet wheres Salomon and Northwave suit people with narrower feet. To be honest its a really bad idea to buy boots on the internet (unless you have actually tried them on previous to buying them) as its highly unlikely out of all the boots and all the brands available that you will pick the best ones for your particular foot shape. I can see your problem with your local shop being sold out but it would be best to wait till they have new stock in and try a good selection on. Good luck with the riding.

Answer 2

Don't go by shoe size at all.

If your store doesn't have the Moto in those sizes, try other Burton boots that they have those sizes in, even if you plan on buying the Motos.

If you have a good salesman there, he will tell you to wear the socks that you'll be boarding in.  Then you'll take out the liner of the boot, slip your foot all the way forward and insert some sort of measuring device (usually a wooden dowel) into the back of the boot.  This simply measures how much room the boot has for your foot without the liner.  

For a normal fit, 1/2 - 3/4 inch is usually where you want to be at.  For a performance fit, 1/4 - 1/3 inch will give greater control, but less comfort.

When you find the right size of boot this way, put the liners back in, then you'll want to bend your knees as if you were snowboarding.  With your knees bent, wiggle your toes a little, they should be just barely brushing the end of the boot (with toenails trimmed close).  If they're pressing against it, the liner won't be able to stretch enough to make them comfortable, they'll cut off your circulation, and make heel-side turns and banked heel cat-tracks a torture.  If your toes don't touch at all, when the liner packs out the boots will be too loose, and your heel will be slipping all over the place; resulting in decreased board control.

As well, make sure there's no pressure points around your foot or on the top.  A slightly annoying lump or pressure now will be h**l after a few hours on the hill.  Your shop may have people able to adjust your boot to fit your foot by stretching or shaving the liner, but it's always better to get a boot that fits correctly from the get-go; even if it means not getting the boot you wanted originally.

So anyway, just remember that your boots are the most important part of all your gear, don't go cheap if it means less comfort, and take your time to find the right pair.