Because of the design of Apex boots the fitting process is vastly simplified from traditional boots.  The key to getting a good fit is to be certain how long your longest foot is.  Yes, most people have one foot that is slightly longer than the other and it’s not always related to whether you are right or left handed as is popularly believed.  So, we will start with measuring both of your feet.

Here’s the process:

1. Find a ruler, yardstick or tape measure, preferably with metric units, but either metric or imperial units will work.  Make sure that zero is on the end of the ruler.
2. Put on a pair of light weight socks, like the socks you will be skiing in.
3. Place the ruler against the wall with zero toward the wall.
4. Stand on the ruler with your heels against the wall and have another individual determine how long your foot is to the longest toe. 
5. Make the same measurement of your other foot.
6. Note how long your longest foot is.

After you have determined what length your longest foot is, refer to the chart below and determine which size will be long enough to accommodate your longest foot.  This will be your Apex boot size.

Because of the Open Chassis design, the Boa lacing system, and the fact that the instep height is infinitely adjustable, the boot will fit a surprisingly wide range of foot shapes without customizing.  We can do additional fitting between the liner and walking boot, identical to fitting a traditional alpine shell and liner.  We use felt or firm foam padding to make the boot narrower in specific areas or to customize the forward lean. 

It is also possible to heat fit the inner liner, but we have found this not to be required by most people.  If you want to have this service performed, the process is the same as with any other heat moldable inner boot.  The dealer or service location will heat up the inner liner only, and have you put on the liner, walking boot and chassis and allow the liner to cool for up to 30 minutes.   (This process should not be done at home; it should only be done by a qualified ski boot fitting professional.)  If you order online, you will receive a boot fitting certificate that should cover the cost of fitting at most ski shops.  If your shop will not perform the service for you, please call us and we will direct you to a shop that will fit your boots.  This certificate will not cover the cost of any custom insoles, but it should cover routine fitting and heat molding.