Is a ladies size 7 snowboard boot same as mens size 5 like shoe sizes are.?

Question

My daughter wears a kids/mens size 4.5 and a ladies size 6.5 shoe.

Are ladies snowboard boots sized like ladies shoes, or are they a continuum from the kids sizes without the size inconsistencies?

Answer 1

Get her ladies boots...They fit more snugly since they aren't as wide and don't have as much toe room.  I have worn mens boots once and ended the day with blisters.  Also, if her boots don't fit snugly, it;ll take more energy to ride...and that makes for a long stinky day!  If you have to get her mens boots for any reason you can get inserts/insoles for the boots that are custom to her feet.  That might help too.