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32 Lashed sizing question

5K views 34 replies 7 participants last post by  sleev-les 
#1 ·
So I found a good deal for these online, but I wasn't sure of 32s sizing. I was able to go to a shop and try on a pair of the Summits and they fit pretty true to show size. I was just wondering if I would be safe in ordering the Lashed in the same size I tried the Summit on

Thanks guys
 
#2 ·
I'm probably not going to be the only person to tell you to find a local shop to try them on first and then order online if you found a better price. I rode a Burton Rampant 8.5 and then ordered the Lashed in the same size, taking a chance they'd fit. I just made sure the site had an exchange policy if they didn't fit right. I ended up getting lucky and they were just a little too snug in the toe.. My goofy ass size is between an 8.5 and a 9 so I just got them baked to pack them out and they are a perfect fit now.
 
#13 ·
Difference of opinion bro lol.. Good luck with them. Did you find the laced or the fast track Lashed boot? I wish I had more backing but other than wearing mine around the house to break them in, I haven't had the chance to ride them yet. They feel great strapped into the board though.
 
#17 ·
Also, I do get a lot of stuff from board shops. I always buy wax, hats, gloves, jackets, pants, etc. from there. I don't have the money to get a whole new setup this year so I wanted to at least get new boots. The place I tried boots on at was a Zumiez in Erie, which I would never buy anything from because they'll be in business no matter what. If I want to buy something from a board shop that I can't find for significantly cheaper, I'd go home to Ohio and go to the shop I always go to, but I can't do that this time around.
 
#20 ·
I'm not trying to start a war either, even though my language is strong, I am simply trying to point out the crux of the issue, which is what and how it was put by sleev, and explain the reasons for the reaction.

If you have the intentions of doing this, tell the shopworker who is fitting you for boots and gauge their reaction.
 
#23 · (Edited)
Oh of course. I wouldn't just go try on boots for an hour and be like "Well I like them, but they're cheaper online so bye" haha. I would definitely tell them before hand.

But anyway, back to the original topic, I'd be ok with getting the size I tried on even though it's a different boot?
.....and OP, I'm not saying to sit in a shop either and waste their time, but its hypocritical at the same time to say try something on, but spend more money just because its a local shop... Too many people get butthurt on the net from text. Snowklinger, I'm not even judging your opinion, but you have to be able to get what you want at a reasonable price. Trust me, whether you want to believe me or not, every board I've bought has been from my shop and all but one set of bindings and one set of boots has been bought at the same shops. I even tell them I'd rather support my local business when we talk. The ethics and moral issue is to not be a habitual douchebag as you put it, but for the sake of OP's thread, jumping in this time, trying on a boot tactfully and saving a couple bucks isn't unethical or morally wrong. If a shop is willing to help the OP this time, OP is more apt to go and buy more gear from them because they were courteous. I've used these practices before. Its caring about your customer and assuming certain risks in a business. I'm going to stop the debate at this point and we all share the same love for this sport.

As ETM said, I missed the part that you tried on a 32 boot. You should be ok. Like I said too, you can verify there is a reasonable exchange policy with the site you are looking at to make sure you can exchange for a different size if it is off.
 
#21 ·
Oh of course. I wouldn't just go try on boots for an hour and be like "Well I like them, but they're cheaper online so bye" haha. I would definitely tell them before hand.

But anyway, back to the original topic, I'd be ok with getting the size I tried on even though it's a different boot?
 
#33 ·
recently on line retail abt 25%
local shops abt 50%
used local and online abt 25%

Local core shop is very good and knows I will spend money...this year board, binders and some parts...abt $1100. A couple weeks ago found some 32 focus boas a half-size down on fleabay and ran in the local shop to quickly try for size and told them up front...they noted it was hella deal and didn't blink about finding the same boot and letting try them on... and noted they would do the same thing. And this past week went in and asked them about some binding parts that were apparently sold out on-line...they also noted the distrubutor confirmed the parts were sold out....but they offered to try to source the parts...boom 1 day later via a rep for a very reasonable price and I spend more money with them. Local shops its about the relationship. There is also a local zumies but they have gotten zero of my money cause they could not or would not do anything but the brahtard thing.

Ime...4th pair of 32's...they are about a 1 or 1/2 half size larger than my shoe when broken in...so I size down.
 
#35 ·
I missed the recent swap at our local spot. I've got some boots and bindings that I want to try and sell. Its a pretty cool gig. They give you 100% store credit or I think 90% cash for them hosting a swap meet to get rid of your gear. I have things on my list still so if I can offload my stuff in November, Im going to be getting the credit and doin' some more gear grabbin' lol
 
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