realskiers

When I first discovered the issue of the "short lasted" liner in 2001 I got pissed - really pissed.  I felt like I was basically being ripped off and I was even more mad at the boot fitter for not pointing this problem out.  I was amazed to learn that many (if not most) manufacturers short last their liners.  Why?  They say that it's so that the liner doesn't accidentally bunch at the toe during the production process (when the liners are put into the shell before packing and shipping).  I think it's a bunch of crap.

The problem I had with that short lasted liner is what started my journey toward always using a replacement liner that better fits my foot and the shell.  I have many pairs of brand new stock liners sitting in a bag in my basement.