fluxgame Posted January 26, 2023 Report Share Posted January 26, 2023 Noticed this crack on the outside of my right (front) boot after riding this morning. And, after closer inspection, found another crack starting in a similar spot on the inside of my left boot. Figure these are pretty much toast at this point, but was looking for input on if these are safe to ride. Not sure I've got enough time or $$$ to pick up new boots before I fly out to MCC. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BlueB Posted January 26, 2023 Report Share Posted January 26, 2023 Ah, nothing that a bit of duct tape can't fix... They are toast. Sorry. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AlexJ Posted January 26, 2023 Report Share Posted January 26, 2023 I have broken a couple of pairs like that. Safe to ride in my opinion absolutely not. The crack will keep moving. You could rivet it together with metal it might hold. you could drill a hole at the end of the crack. Order a new pair. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ibrussell Posted January 26, 2023 Report Share Posted January 26, 2023 What size boots? Boot sole length Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kneel Posted January 26, 2023 Report Share Posted January 26, 2023 Raichle 224's circa 1996? It's been a good run. Put them out to pasture. What size are ya? I may have some SB shells lying around... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fluxgame Posted January 26, 2023 Author Report Share Posted January 26, 2023 2 minutes ago, ibrussell said: What size boots? Boot sole length MP26, 277mm Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kneel Posted January 26, 2023 Report Share Posted January 26, 2023 I have some M28's, but you'll be swimming in them. 223's actually, in great shape. if you're desperate. Let me know. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fluxgame Posted January 26, 2023 Author Report Share Posted January 26, 2023 Thanks for the quick replies everyone. I definitely understand that these need to be retired, was just vaguely hoping I could make it through MCC without scrambling to find new boots. Thanks for the offer, @Kneel. Just double checked the shell size, they're actually a 25-25.5, with a 26 liner stuffed into them. 28's probably going to be much too big. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
inkaholic Posted January 26, 2023 Report Share Posted January 26, 2023 I may have a 25-25.5 and will be going to MCC. May be either Head or Deeluxe. I will check when I get home and let you know. ink 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ibrussell Posted January 26, 2023 Report Share Posted January 26, 2023 I have a set of 325's sole 277 You would have to change out non step in heal They have moldable liners but if you bring your liners to make them feel just like your old ones Showing up in Libby Sunday afternoon Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jack M Posted January 26, 2023 Report Share Posted January 26, 2023 Risk of release from binding. Imagine what that might be like. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fluxgame Posted January 26, 2023 Author Report Share Posted January 26, 2023 14 minutes ago, ibrussell said: I have a set of 325's sole 277 You would have to change out non step in heal They have moldable liners but if you bring your liners to make them feel just like your old ones Showing up in Libby Sunday afternoon Definitely sounds like it could work. Deeluxe Track 325s? Or older Raichle 325s? How much would you want for them? 55 minutes ago, inkaholic said: I may have a 25-25.5 and will be going to MCC. May be either Head or Deeluxe. I will check when I get home and let you know. ink Thanks, let me know what you turn up! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dredman Posted January 26, 2023 Report Share Posted January 26, 2023 @fluxgame If you need to ship new boots to Libby, you can have them shipped to my parents place there and I can get them to you Sunday evening before the event. Yes good run on the life of those. We saw at least 2 old boots explode last year at MCC. See you soon! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eboot Posted January 27, 2023 Report Share Posted January 27, 2023 3 hours ago, Jack M said: Risk of release from binding. Imagine what that might be like. And absolutely no pressure on boots cruising down Turner Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fluxgame Posted January 27, 2023 Author Report Share Posted January 27, 2023 2 hours ago, dredman said: If you need to ship new boots to Libby, you can have them shipped to my parents place there and I can get them to you Sunday evening before the event. Thanks! Is there anywhere in Libby to get liners molded? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dredman Posted January 27, 2023 Report Share Posted January 27, 2023 1 hour ago, fluxgame said: Thanks! Is there anywhere in Libby to get liners molded? Let me check with Perry that runs the ski shop at Turner. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ibrussell Posted January 27, 2023 Report Share Posted January 27, 2023 search how to mold liners with hot rice. you need about 1 .5-2# rice a couple extra plastic produce bags Mic the rice for 5-7 min line liner in boot with plastic bag pour hot rice in let sit 5 min pour rice out, quickly put footbed in and foot might want to add something on your sock toes to widen toe box. wear your other boot so foot pressure is same 5-8 min do other liner only molds inside to foot not outside to boot. I've done it and it worked Ok but I like the oven better But you can do this in you motel room if you can't find anything better. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
inkaholic Posted January 27, 2023 Report Share Posted January 27, 2023 So I have a set of Head Pro Stratos in 25.5 stock liner BTS with yellow springs (sons old boots) boot board cut open for intec cable (previous owner) no footbed no power strap previous owner cut away a bit of plastic from the back side of the lower shell (inside the upper) overall not bad and would get you through till you can get new boots let me know if any interest and I will send pics tomorrow ink Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dredman Posted January 27, 2023 Report Share Posted January 27, 2023 @fluxgamethey do not have the ability to mold liners at the Turner ski shop. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fluxgame Posted January 27, 2023 Author Report Share Posted January 27, 2023 1 hour ago, dredman said: they do not have the ability to mold liners at the Turner ski shop. Got it. Thanks for looking into it! 17 hours ago, inkaholic said: So I have a set of Head Pro Stratos in 25.5 Thanks for the offer. Think I'm going to stick to the Raichle/Deeluxe world for now. I'd prefer a more known quantity if I'm going to fly out without boots. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Corey Posted January 28, 2023 Report Share Posted January 28, 2023 A group of us have rented a house in Libby, it has an oven. If you know how to do it or are comfortable with newbies giving it a go, come on over! I've molded 3 pairs of liners before, only re-molded one. I'm far from an expert! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fluxgame Posted January 28, 2023 Author Report Share Posted January 28, 2023 24 minutes ago, Corey said: If you know how to do it or are comfortable with newbies giving it a go, come on over! Thanks for the offer! Think I'm just going to snag ibrussell's 325s, stick my old liners in them and call it good for the week. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Corey Posted January 28, 2023 Report Share Posted January 28, 2023 Cool, offer's open if the need arises! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crackaddict Posted January 28, 2023 Report Share Posted January 28, 2023 On 1/26/2023 at 3:47 PM, dredman said: If you need to ship new boots to Libby, you can have them shipped to my parents place there and I can get them to you Sunday evening before the event. @dredman Can I also have some things shipped to your mom's house please? I need a new onsie! DM me the address? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
snowburn Posted January 28, 2023 Report Share Posted January 28, 2023 (edited) 6 minutes ago, crackaddict said: @dredman Can I also have some things shipped to your mom's house please? I need a new onsie! DM me the address? Now that's funny! Maybe he can let you demo one? Skid marks included! Edited January 28, 2023 by snowburn Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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