Custom Ski Boot Fitting In Salt Lake City + Alta

Ski boots are the most important part of your setup when it comes to having the best time on the mountain, so why leave this to chance?

Our expert boot fitters operate by appointment only at our Salt Lake City location, walk-ins are taken on a case-by-case basis.

Powder House Ski Shop employee measuring someone's canting angle in ski boots

How To Prepare For Your Custom Ski Boot Fitting in Salt Lake City

A great ski boot fit takes time and care, and we’re here to guide you through it:

Plan for 2 Hours
We work swiftly, but we take time to get things right.

Bring Your Ski Socks
Bring ski socks if you have them, or grab a pair in-store.

Wear Comfortable, Adjustable Clothing
Wearing loose clothing allows us to assess your stance more effectively.

Buy Early—More Options
Top-rated boots sell out fast in Utah, buy early in the season for better selection.

Book an Appointment
Boot fitting appointments are now available at our Wasatch Powder House location. 

Drop-In Boot Fitting Always Welcome
No appointment? No problem! We’ll be ready for you.

Meet Our Boot Fitters

Ski Shop employee Boot Fitting a Customer in Salt Lake City

4+ years of custom boot fitting experience in Salt Lake City and Alta. Jackson lives and breathes all things skiing in the Wasatch.

Jackson

Ski Shop boot fitter boot fitting a customer in Alta, Utah.

10+ years of custom boot fitting experience. Jp curates our selection our skis and boots specifically for the Wasatch.

Jp

Ski Shop employee doing a Boot Punch at a Salt Lake City ski shop

8+ years of ski shop experience and 2+ years of custom boot fitting, Strom can do it all.

Strom

How We Get Your Ski Boots To Fit Perfectly

1

Assess

We start by taking a close look at your foot shape, stance, and skiing style.

This deep dive lets us match the ideal boot shell to your unique build and how you move on the mountain.

2

Customize

From custom footbeds to precision liner molding to shell modifications, we tailor a fit plan so your ski boot fits seamlessly.

Every customization is designed to unlock comfort and your true skiing potential.

3

Fine-Tune

We don’t stop until your boots are dialed in and the connection to your skis is clean, efficient, and super fun.

The best part? Alta is our boot lab. Slope-side adjustments are offered to our boot customers—we’ll get them just right.

Expert ski boot fitter making custom footbeds for alpine ski boots in Alta, Utah.

Custom Footbeds: The Key to a Perfect Boot Fit

If you've had a custom boot fitting, you’ve likely been recommended footbeds- and for good reason. As boot fitters and skiers, we know custom footbeds are essential for performance, support, and comfort, keeping your feet aligned and responsive to the mountain’s demands.

10 Benefits of Custom Footbeds

Improved Boot Fit: Keeps your foot in a neutral position, reducing pronation.

Increased Comfort: Minimizes hotspots for a snug fit.

Reduced Fatigue: Provides support, requiring less energy on long ski days.

Proper Alignment: Aligns legs for better performance and injury prevention.

Reduced Movement: Prevents excessive foot movement ensuring fast, precise power transfer from your foot to the ski.

Balanced Stance: Maintains a centered posture for stability and level skis.

Boosted Confidence: More comfort means more confidence to take on tougher runs.

Improved Control: Greater control to elevate your skiing.

Locked Foot Position: Prevents the foot from sliding forward and back inside the boot.

Enhanced Blood Flow: Increases warmth and comfort of the foot by keeping it in a supported position.

Boot Fitting FAQs

  • We operate on an appointment based system at the Wasatch Powder House in Holladay, Utah. If you don’t want to wait, we recommend making an appointment.

    We accept walk-ins at all locations, though there may be a wait if you don’t make an appointment.

  • Boot Fittings typically take 1.5 - 2 hours including the assessment, any boot modifications, and custom footbeds. If you need canting, this can take an additional hour.

  • A boot fitting assessment is $50. This fee is waived with the purchase of ski boots from us.

  • Boots are the most important piece of your ski setup, and achieving great skiing isn’t possible without Custom Fit Boots. Check out our YouTube to learn more.

  • Bring your ski socks, and comfortable adjustable clothing that allows us to assess your stance more effectively.

    If you don’t have ski socks, we have a large selection of Le Bent merino wool socks available for purchase in-store.

  • Ski boots use mondopoint sizing which is doesn’t translate directly to regular shoe sizing. Because of this, an appointment with a Boot Fitter is necessary to find the right ski boot size.

  • Ski boots should feel tight, but not painful. A properly fitting ski boot will hold your foot securely without much movement. This tight fit is essential for both comfort and performance on the slopes.

  • Your toes should touch the front of the boots when standing upright, but they shouldn’t be curled or crammed. When you flex, your toes should pull back slightly, giving you just enough space.

  • The main two reasons are an improper ski boot fit or improper technique while skiing. This results in shin bang, toe bang, general numbness, your heel lifting, and more. While your ski boots should be snug fitting, they should NOT be painful and you should get your boots checked out by a boot fitter if this is the case.

  • Ski boot shells typically last between 150-200 days. Liners last between 50-100 days. This is all dependent on many factors such as use, skiing style, quality of liner, and care for liners (E.g. Drying your liners).

  • Always dry your liners, buckle your boots loosely when you’re storing them, store them in a cool, and dry place.

    If your liners pack out, you can invest in an aftermarket liner.

  • Yes, we recommend custom footbeds to every skier. Stock footbeds do not provide support. Custom footbeds reduce pronation, increase comfort, reduce fatigue, and increase performance and control. Custom footbeds as the foundation of your fit. Scroll up to read about the benefits of custom footbeds.

  • Flex refers to the stiffness of the boot and how much force is needed to bend the boot forward at the ankle.

    Factors such as weight and height, ankle flexibility, ability level, and skiing style help boot fitters determine the right flex for you.

    Flex ratings are not standardized across brands, so two 120 Flex Ski Boots may feel different. This is why getting a professional boot fit is essential.

  • Canting is an adjustment to your skier stance. Some skiers, due to their anatomy being more bow-legged or knock-kneed, need their stance adjusted so they can achieve a neutral flat position on their skis.

  • Cuff alignment is an adjustment made to the angle of the upper cuff of your ski boot to match the natural angle of your lower legs.

  • Heat molding is the process of heating up a liner (or sometimes the shell) of your ski boot so it molds to the shape of your foot. It improves comfort, reduces pressure points, and helps you perform before.

  • A boot punch is a technique commonly used by Boot Fitters to expand specific areas of a boot shell. This is done to relieve pressure or pain in areas such as bunions, ankle bones, or forefeet. This is a common practice in boot fitting and makes all the difference in terms of comfort.

  • A boot grind is a modification where a boot fitter uses specialized tools to grind away small amounts of plastic from the inside of your boot to create extra space in the ski boot and relieve pain or pressure points.

  • An aftermarket liner is a high-performance replacement to a stock liner in your ski boot. Aftermarket liners can offer increased performance, comfort, and extend the life of your ski boot.

2025-26 Powder House Ski Shop Boot Fitting Service Prices

Service Price
Ski Boot Assessment (45 minutes) $50
Heat Mold Liner $50
Boot Punch (per boot) $50 each
Boot Grind (per boot) $40 each
Boot Plane/Stance Alignment $250 per pair
Buckle Repair (per buckle) $30 per buckle
Pads & Shims Prices Vary
Misc Boot Fitting $100/hour
Custom Insoles $225
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Top-Rated Alpine Ski Boots And Accessories—In Stock At The Powder House

At The Powder House, we curate a selection of industry-leading ski boot brands and essential boot fitting accessories, ensuring you have everything needed for a comfortable, high-performance fit.

Sidas Footbeds

Le Bent Socks

Ski Boot Heaters

ZipFit Liners

Canting, Booster Straps, and other boot fitting extras

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