Atomic B-Tech
All of the boots in the Atomic B-Tech series have a 104-centimeter forefoot. Atomic has done something interesting with the women's line of this series. Some women have wide feet but a narrow heel. The boot is shaped to accommodate the width of the forefoot while offering a snug fit at the heel. The numbers of the boot indicate its flex index. A higher number indicates a stiffer boot, and stiffer boots are more suitable for advanced skiers. The women's B-Tech line comes in flex indexes of 50 to 90, whereas the men's line ranges from 50 to 120.
Atomic USA
2030 Lincoln Ave.
Ogden Utah, 84401
800-258-5020
atomicsnow.com/us/en/52.htm
Tecnica
People with wide feet usually have higher arches, which create the need for a high volume boot. The Tecnica website arranges its boot selection by volume. Boots in their high-volume section are the widest, and correspond to C to E width street shoes. Women should look at the Attiva Mega Ultra-Fit line. All of the boots in this section have 103 millimeter lasts. Flex indexes range from 60 to 80. The Men's Mega series also has flex indexes ranging from 60 to 80 millimeters, but the lasts are 105 centimeters wide.
Tecnica USA
19 Technology Dr
West Lebanon, NH
03784-1673
( 603)-298-8032
tecnicausa.com/site/skiboots.php?site=17&lang=12&idPrn=2
Dalbello
Dalbello has a variety of wide-width boots for men and women of all levels. The Raya 10 is for the advanced intermediate female skier. It has a 103 millimeter last. The Aspire 57 has a 105 millimeter last, and is best suited for novice skiers. The Aerro 75 in the men's line has a 105 millimeter last. This boot is suitable for advanced intermediates. Dalbello boots have a flex adjustment system, which lets you vary the flex of the boot to best suit the conditions.
Calzaturificio Dal Bello
Srl Via Frattalunga, 12
31011 Casella d'Asolo (TV) - Italy
dalbello.it/Men.aspx
/women.dalbello.it/
Article Written By Lisa Mercer
In 1999, Lisa Mercer’s fitness, travel and skiing expertise inspired a writing career. Her books include "Open Your Heart with Winter Fitness" and "101 Women's Fitness Tips." Her articles have appeared in "Aspen Magazine," "HerSports," "32 Degrees," "Pregnancy Magazine" and "Wired." Mercer has a Bachelor of Arts in psychology from the City College of New York.
