FAQs

  • Her name is Molly and she is absolutely real. We know she’s perfect, but she’s not for sale. Molly is a staple of the Stance experience.

  • We give you comfort in your performance, one foot at a time. Ski boots are meant to function like an athletic cast, which means every foot is different. We use our metrics and math to create a custom fit of your ski boot, so you can maximize your control and performance. We work with your existing boot or find you a new boot based on measurements of your feet. Learn more about our process.

  • We work with all brands! For new boot fittings, we specialize in Fischer, Kastle, and Nordica.

    Unlike many other retailers, we are unique in that we select boots that match the skier profile and address the unique fit of the skier. That means, if we don’t have what we think is appropriate, we will order in a different boot.

  • Absolutely! We’ve got an excellent selection of high-quality boots in our store. If we don’t have what we think is appropriate, we will order in a different boot.

  • We work with any new or existing boot that is appropriate for its lifespan and condition and as it relates to your investment.

  • It’s an athletic cast and extension of your lower leg and foot. We pick the most appropriate shell, build a foundation/footbed, and fill in the voids accordingly with our proprietary liner.

  • Footbeds are one of the most important support elements of your feet. Think of your foot like a table with only three legs—the footbed is that fourth leg needed for stability and structure.

    The quality of the footbed functionality relies on how it’s created by the technician, the process, and the procedure.

    If you have an existing orthotic, we will need to inspect its appropriateness and explain to you if we can or cannot use it. Medical orthotics are designed for gait and addressing potential medical issues. In contrast, our footbeds are designed to address lateral motion and are the foundation of the athletic cast.

  • Yes. Alignment is a complex and technical process that considers the shell, footbed, and textiles of the setup.

  • It depends on your fit profile and skier profile, which we can determine during our Free 15-minute assessment. Certain foot shapes and skier types require a custom fitted boot.

  • Our scan and assessment are free!

    We are here to help you navigate the world of ski boots, starting with your feet, so our scan and assessment tell us important information about your feet so we can find a solution for your comfort and performance. You get a copy of the report and decide what to do with the information.

    We use a diagnostic measurement tool that captures data of your feet in under 5 minutes. This technology gives us a report that shows metrics of your feet that are easy to understand.

  • Absolutely! Teaching your kids about their foot health can help them perform better! Our scans give important information about your feet, and you get a copy of the results. What you choose to do with that information is totally up to you.

  • A fitted boot will improve circulation significantly, but we remind you that warmth is a function of your individual circulation.

    Part of a skier profile includes medical concerns such as Raynaud’s syndrome and diabetes. Heated socks and heating elements of your boots are excellent aftermarket products that help with circulation.

  • Yes, it follows different rules and parameters than retail fittings. Race fitting does not mean bloody feet and bone spurs, despite what many racers are experiencing unnecessarily. Race boots and retail boots are designed differently in production, purpose, and function.

    We’d be happy to sit down with you to discuss this in more detail, so please visit our shop.

  • Yes, we have our Fit Guarantee that we proudly offer our customers. It’s the most extensive in the industry and differs from race boots to full custom and fitted boots. We are here to help you and we’ve got your back.