You’re reading this article probably because you understand how tough it is to find decent wide snowboard boots that are both high performance and comfortable.
Unless you have particularly wide feet, finding a decent pair of snowboarding boots shouldn’t be too difficult. You should be able to enjoy your hobby without fear of discomfort or having your day ruined by an ill-fitting pair of boots.
I have wide feet, and I understand the trouble that comes with finding a snowboard boot that accommodates my foot size without causing pain.
If you have wide feet and wear regular snowboard boots, you may be experiencing some negative effects, including:
- Heel lift
- Too much foot and ankle movement
- Poor durability
People usually try to make up for these issues by buying boots that are much too big for them; sometimes, they’ll buy a pair that is 3 or 4 sizes larger than what they would normally wear.
Though comfortable at first, some riders have found that after extended wear, these boots cause the same problems as other models.
Many riders learn the hard way that finding the right snowboard boots is tricky. The Snow Gear Tracker team and I have taken it upon ourselves to help fellow snowboarders find boots that fit them perfectly.
Discover Your Snowboard Boot Width
If you’re new to this, it’s crucial to determine how wide your feet are. Some boots have a maximum width– as mentioned in this article.
Keep in mind that some riders who stated certain boots were too narrow may simply not have hade boots that fit their wider foot size.
To discover your foot size, there are a couple of ways you can go about it. A popular option is to use the Leaf tv site as it provides helpful visuals to guide you through the process.
Next, benefit you look size charter’s extensive tables determine degree width feet.
By trying this tip, you could save time and money from buying several boots that don’t fit before finding the right one.
How We Conduct Our Research
We created this article from the perspective of diehard snowboarders like you.
We sought advice and suggestions from numerous retail outlets, forums, blogs, and manufacturer’s websites in order to identify the best possible products for our audience.
To find the best snowboard boots for wide feet, we read130+ reviews and comments from both satisfied and unsatisfied users. We compiled this data and analyzed it to present an unbiased opinion in this article.
Best Wide Snowboard Boots for Wide Feet
1) Burton Ruler Wide
The Burton Ruler is a widely sought-after boot from the Burton company. The wide size has been one of the most positively reviewed snowboard boots for those with wide feet.
It features a speed zone lacing system and has a medium flex rating.
Our research yielded around forty Burton Ruler Wide users from nearly ten distinct websites. Of all the wide foot-specific boots we looked at, this one was mentioned most frequently.
Everyone who shared their experience with the Burton Ruler Wide did so voluntarily and therefore must have had something positive to say about it.
Out of the people that use the Burton Ruler Wide, more than half had positive comments to say about their boots. Out of those users, more than a quarter said statements affirming how comfortable the boot is.
After using boots that did not support wide feet, many people felt relief when they put on the Burton Ruler Wide shoes. These people said it was great to finally have a pair of shoes that fit them well.
Just over half of the users said that this is the best boot they have ever owned. A few people mentioned that they usually have difficulty finding boots that fit well, but the Burton Ruler Wide was a perfect fit.
Others talked about how they will purchase this same boot again when it’s time for a new pair.
Although it has great reviews, the Burton Ruler Wide is not probably the widest snowboard boot available for you.
If you have extra wide feet, several snowboarders stated that this boot might not be a fit for you. However, don’t give up yet because there are other boots in this article to choose from.
While a few individuals found the boots uncomfortable, three-quarters of them said that heat molding the liner helped. Moreover, less than half of all comments were negative; with concerns mostly pinned on durability. five riders claimed the boot isn’t built to last as long as competitors’ models.
The lifespan of the boot varies depending on usage, but generally lasts two seasons. If you’re an avid rider and are looking for a longer-lasting option, explore some other boots on the market.
Our research has concluded that this boot is the most widely used out of all the boots mentioned in this article.
2) Burton Photon Wide
The Burton Photon Wide is a newer, more expensive option in the Burton snowboarding boot line up. It is pricier than the Burton Ruler Wide.
The Burton Photon Wide snowboard boot has a width of 3E and is designed for those with wider feet. It also features the Boa Coiler closure system, which provides increased heel hold. This boot has a firm flex rating.
There was less information available from our snowboarding friends about this newer, pricier boot. Most of the research came from the manufacturer’s website, where a handful of people said that it was comfortable overall.
The Burton Photon Wide provides a firmer flex and improved lacing system than the Burton Ruler Wide, but you must take the cost into consideration while making your decision.
If you found that the Ruler Wide didn’t provide the firm feel you wanted, then try on the Photon Wide. Or if you agree with the small group of people who say the Ruler Wide was too narrow, give this boot a go.
The Photon is the perfect Burton fit for you.
3) Salomon Synapse Wide JP
The Salomon Synapse Wide JP is a highly popular snowboarding boot among those with wide feet. It’s perfect for all-mountain performance, boasting a liner that allows your foot to breathe while also keeping it warm.
The Synapse Wide has a power lock lacing system to keep your feet securely in place. According to the manufacturer, the boot is medium flex; however, your fellow snowboarders have said that this is one of the stiffer wide boots on the market approaching an eight out of ten on the boot flex scale.
If you want your snowboard boots to be stiff, then this could be the wide boot that you need.
The Snow Gear Tracker team and I found Salomon Synapse Wide had less information then Burton Ruler Wide. Nevertheless, hardly anybody had disapproving comments about the boot.
While three people said this boot was too narrow, only one person found it uncomfortable, and one thought the synapse wide to be less durable.
4) Salomon Dialogue Wide
The Salomon Dialogue Wide is a wide boot designed for comfort and flexibility. The Dialogue features a heat-moldable fit that conforms to your foot, and a softer flex than the Synapse Wide.
The Dialogue Wide comes with Salomon’s zone lock lacing system, but for riders who prefer a faster BOA lacing system, Salomon also created the Dialogue Focus BOA Wide.
The Snow Gear Tracker team has found that the Dialogue Wide is often recommended as one of the best wide snowboard boots for people with wide feet. However, fewer users have commented on it than the Synapse Wide.
Out of all the reviews retrieved, only a handful had negative comments. One review said that the boot was not durable while another said it thought the boot too narrow.
The other eleven users that commented on multiple forums or retail outlets had good experiences with the Dialogue Wide. Most of them said that the boot was comfortable, or it offered a perfect fit.
Just because a boot isn’t mentioned often, it doesn’t mean that the boot might not be right for you.
5) Salomon Hi-Fi Wide
The Salomon Hi-Fi Wide has a similar flex to the Dialogue Wide. This boot was designed specifically for Bode Merrill, one of the best all-around snowboarders.
The Hi-Fi boot features a mutation construction by Salomon that is supposed to ensure a never-ending flex along with a unique wrapping fit. Zone lock lacing system included.
We researched the Hi-Fi Wide fewer comments and reviews because it is more expensive than the first two Salomon boots.
The little that was said about this snowboard boot was all positive, with users on several forums mentioning it as a good choice for a wide boot. Therefore, we thought it deserved a mention in our article.
In these online forums, it seems that a lot of people try to snowboard with boots that are either traditional width or not wide enough. This can really ruin the experience. So if this boot has the potential to be perfect for someone, I think it’s worth mentioning.
6) K2 Maysis Wide
The K2 Maysis Wide wasn’t brought up on any forum I read, nor was it mentioned by anyone in the comments.
Even though it’s not widely talked about, I still feel that it’s worth mentioning in my article because it is a boot specifically designed for wide feet—which isn’t easy to find. If you have time, definitely try them on and form your own opinion of the boots.
The K2 Maysis is the only boot that K2 offers for snowboarders with wide feet.
The Maysis has a medium flex and is half as stiff as the Salmon Synapse Wide. The construction of the Maysis also eliminates shell distortion. K2 equipped the Maysis with a BOA lacing system to allow for easy adjustability while you’re on the go.
Fourteen people took the time to review the Maysis Wide on different retail platforms. 50% of those reviewers said that the boot was comfortable or just right, while only 3 said it was uncomfortable.
A substantial number of users found the Maysis Wide to be less durable than other boots. Snowboarders, in particular, noted increased wear and tear on the boot after repeated use throughout the season.
As companies release new models of snowboarding boots for the upcoming season, they have the opportunity to fix any past issues with their products as well improve overall comfort and durability.
Moving forward, I would expect K2 to remedy any durability concerns.
7) Thirtytwo Lashed
For my article, we decided to focus on one boot in particular- the Thirtytwo Lashed snowboard boot. This specific boot was mentioned by more than a few riders to have been comfortable for them.
I’m going to focus on the contrast between the information gathered from snowboard boot forums discussing wide boots and reviews written by users with normal width feet.
The forums will talk about the Thirtytwo Lashed being used as a wide boot, while the reviews are more likely to be accurate since they’re coming from people with average-sized feet.
Users of the forums provided more information about the Salomon Hi-Fi Wide than with any other similar product, including the dialogue wide and Synapse wide.
The Lashed is a receiving just as much attention from wide footed snowboarders as the Salomon boots, even though it’s of normal width. This speaks volumes about the Lashed.
The only person who thought the boot was too narrow said heat molding helped them out.
Out of the twelve people who test-wore the boots, two found them uncomfortable. The rest all stated that the boot was comfortable – even though it’s a normal width boot being worn by somebody with wide feet.
Because this is a regular-sized boot, there are more reviews available than for wide snowboard boots.
Out of the thirty-four reviews we read, only two were negative. The most notable positive review mentioned that heat molding made the boot more comfortable–which is significant because a wide footed user said the same thing.
The Thirtytwo lashed is a good fit for those who want variety and affordability. It offers more styles and options than the wide boots mentioned in this article, and it’s significantly cheaper than all the boots above.
Note that this is a standard width boot, so it should fit most people with wide feet towards the lower end of the spectrum.
