Ski boot accessories

Dry and warm slippers every morning

After a day of skiing, the slippers in your ski boots are damp from sweat and sometimes from melted snow. If you put them on the next day still wet, they cool your feet right from the first chairlift and end up smelling bad. The electric boot dryer gently circulates warm air inside the slipper overnight, without exceeding a temperature that would damage the foams. To speed up the drying, take the slipper out of the shelter and unbuckle the straps widely. A radiator and hairdryer are to be avoided: too much heat will deform thermo-moulded slippers.

The other shoes

Winter sports shoes also come in different types:

• Ski Boots.
• Après-ski.

All shoes can be found on the shoes page.

Warmers, insoles and bag: comfort and transport

The warmers, stuck under your toes or slipped over the top of your foot, provide gentle warmth for several hours, a comfort in the cold. The comfort insoles or thermo-moulded ones, shaped to the imprint of your foot, improve heel support, reduce pressure points, and transmit weight better while skiing. The bag for shoes, rigid or padded, protects the shoes and the rest of your luggage during transit; many models add a compartment for a helmet and can be worn on your back. Walkable sole protectors help avoid wearing down heels and toe caps on the car park's tarmac.

Sole standards and spare parts

The sole of a ski boot conforms to a standard that defines its compatibility with bindings. The most common, ISO 5355, refers to a flat plastic hard alpine sole. The GripWalk sole, standardised under ISO 23223, features a treaded rubber and a rounded profile for easier walking; it requires a compatible binding. The ISO 9523 standard applies to hiking shoes with a treaded sole. On many models, heels and toe caps are screwed in and can be replaced when worn out, just like the buckles and tightening straps, which should be ordered according to the brand and model of the shoe.

Good deals

Good bargains can also be found in the good deals, promotions, clearance, sales, Black Friday. The new arrivals showcase the latest collections, and items shipped in 24 hours are prepared and sent out within that timeframe. Annual highlights follow a stable order: the Black Friday at the end of autumn, the holiday season, winter sales, the French Days in spring, followed by summer sales and the back-to-school period.

Frequently asked questions

How to quickly dry ski boots?

Remove the slippers from the shells and place them on an electric boot dryer overnight. Avoid using radiators and hair dryers, as they are too hot for thermo-moulded foams, and leave the shells open to the air.

What are walkable toe caps for?

They clip onto the shoe to walk on concrete and tarmac without wearing down heels and toe caps. A worn sole fits badly in the binding, which may affect its release.

How to keep your feet warm while skiing?

Wear only one pair of thin ski socks, as two pairs compress your foot and restrict circulation. Add warmers in very cold conditions and loosen the buckles slightly during breaks.

How to store ski boots at the end of the season?

Fully dry both the slippers and shells, then buckle the straps on the first notch to maintain the shape of the plastic. Store them in their bag, in a dry place at room temperature, away from a cold garage or boiler.

What bag to use for transporting ski boots?

A bag with padding, including a compartment for the helmet and gloves, protects the boots and your car trunk. Models carried on the back leave your hands free for skis and poles until you reach the slopes.