How to choose the right size ski boots?
Choosing the right ski boot size is essential to ensure comfort, safety, and performance on the snow. Sizes are expressed using the Mondopoint system, which measures foot length in centimeters. There are two types of fit: Comfort Fit (looser) and Performance Fit (tighter for advanced skiers).
Ski Boot Size Conversion Chart
| Mondopoint (Comfort Fit) | Mondopoint (Performance Fit) | Men/Unisex (US) | Women (US) | Europe | UK |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 22 cm | 21 cm | 4 | 5 | 35 | 3 |
| 22.5 cm | 21.5 cm | 4.5 | 5.5 | 36 | 3.5 |
| 23 cm | 22 cm | 5 | 6 | 36.5 | 4 |
| 23.5 cm | 22.5 cm | 5.5 | 6.5 | 37 | 4.5 |
| 24 cm | 23 cm | 6 | 7 | 38 | 5 |
| 24.5 cm | 23.5 cm | 6.5 | 7.5 | 38.5 | 5.5 |
| 25 cm | 24 cm | 7 | 8 | 39 | 6 |
| 25.5 cm | 24.5 cm | 7.5 | 8.5 | 40 | 6.5 |
| 26 cm | 25 cm | 8 | 9 | 40.5 | 7 |
| 26.5 cm | 25.5 cm | 8.5 | 9.5 | 41 | 7.5 |
| 27 cm | 26 cm | 9 | 10 | 42 | 8 |
| 27.5 cm | 26.5 cm | 9.5 | 10.5 | 42.5 | 8.5 |
| 28 cm | 27 cm | 10 | 11 | 43 | 9 |
| 28.5 cm | 27.5 cm | 10.5 | 11.5 | 44 | 9.5 |
| 29 cm | 28 cm | 11 | 12 | 44.5 | 10 |
| 29.5 cm | 28.5 cm | 11.5 | - | 45 | 10.5 |
| 30 cm | 29 cm | 12 | - | 45.5 | 11 |
| 30.5 cm | 29.5 cm | 12.5 | - | 46 | 11.5 |
| 31 cm | 30 cm | 13 | - | 47 | 12 |
| 31.5 cm | 30.5 cm | 13.5 | - | 47.5 | 12.5 |
| 32 cm | 31 cm | 14 | - | 48 | 13 |
Tips for choosing the best ski boot
- Choose a fit that suits your skiing level: Comfort Fit for beginners and Performance Fit for advanced skiers.
- Try the boots with ski-specific socks.
- Make sure there isn't too much slack around the ankles and heel.
