What is high instep?

High arch is an arch that is raised more than normal. The arch runs from the toes to the heel on the bottom of the foot. It is also called pes cavus. High arch is the opposite of flat feet.

Is a high instep good?

High arch: Having high arches means that less of your foot actually touches the ground when walking or running, providing less shock absorption when the foot strikes the ground. Therefore, people with high arches can be more prone to overuse injuries when playing sports or exercising.

Is it good to have a high instep?

High arches in the feet can be a painful condition. It’s often due to genetics or a neurological problem. Since the way you stand creates the base for your posture and skeletal makeup, having high arches can lead to structural problems in your body.

How to choose ski boots?

Ski boot features. To find the right model of boots for your needs,you will need to take into account factors such as size,flex,the shape of the boots’

Choose the right size. Ski boot sizing uses mondo sizing which is measured in centimeters and corresponds exactly to the longest part of your foot.

Define your type of skiing. Choosing a boot adapted to your foot (men/women,size,width) is the first essential stage in your quest for the ideal pair of

How to fit ski boots?

To do a shell fit, first remove the liner from the shell. Start with the boot completely unbuckled and on the floor with…

Step into the shell and slide your foot forward until your toes just touch the front of the boot. Now check the space…

Now center your foot side to side in the shell and see if you can fit a finger between…

How wide are ski boots?

Ski boots widths can be categorized into three main lasts; narrow, average, and wide. Based on the reference size of 26 (26cm length) a wide ski boot would be 102mm or wider . A ski boot last refers to the width and the volume.

How should ski boots fit?

Shell fitting is done to make sure that a boot is not too big or too small. To shell fit, take the liners out of the ski boots. Put your feet in the boots with a ski sock on, and put your toes all the way to the front so they are just touching. What we want to measure is the space behind your heel and the shell.