Ski Boot Fitting for Men and Women
Goldsmiths Sports in Big Bear Lake, CA is the best place to buy ski boots on the mountain! We pride ourselves on our ability to find the perfect fitting boot for your body and skill level. All of our ski boot fitters are professional trained and certified by MasterFit and take the time needed to correctly measure your feet ensuring the optimal performance from your equipment. Our store is stocked with the latest ski boots and insoles/footbeds from brands like Atomic, Nordica, Dalbello, Salomon and Sidas! Let us show you why we are known far and wide for being the best boot fitters in Big Bear!
Boot Fit Appointments
We encourage you to book an appointment for your boot fitting. Most fittings are an hour+
Offering Ski Boots From:
Masterfit Certified Boot Fitters
We are proud to offer boot fitting in Big Bear from certified boot fitters, trained in fitting ski and snowboard boots. Each of our fitters has gone through Masterfit’s training program to provide the best advice and service to anyone looking for new ski or snowboard boots.
Maximize Comfort & Performance
For skiers no other equipment selection can have a bigger impact on your overall experience than your boots. They’re responsible for transferring energy from your body to your skis, providing feedback from the snow surface, and keeping your feet warm and protected. How well they perform these duties depends on how well they fit. Properly fit boots can improve comfort, increase performance, and help avoid injury. Whether you’re purchasing new boots or seeking to improve the fit of your current pair, consider a professional fitting to maximize your enjoyment on the slopes.
When Should You Get Fit?
The best time to take advantage of boot fitting services is prior to making a purchase. Our experienced fitters can discuss your specific goals, take measurements of your foot anatomy, assess your stance and balance, and suggest several models to try on. Plan to spend about an hour with us, and be sure to bring along your favorite pair of socks, custom footbeds or orthotics. And, if you’ve owned boots previously, bring your old pair with you—they can help your fitter make a more informed recommendation.
Our Boot Fitting Services
Our friendly staff have the expertise to help guide you towards the best fitting equipment. When recommending ski boots we help narrow down the options based on your priorities—whether it’s being as comfortable as possible, achieving your best performance, or finding the perfect balance of both. Once a selection has been made, we offer additional services, such as heat molding, custom insoles, and shell modification, as well as care and storing information, to ensure you receive the maximum enjoyment and lifespan from your new equipment.
“Would highly recommend Goldsmiths for their great service! I did a boot fitting with Jim, who was extremely knowledgeable and helpful! He helped fit me with boots that aligned well with my skill level and budget and even stayed longer past his shift to help find me the perfect pair. Would definitely go back if I needed to get more gear in the future.”
~ Madison B.
“Gen was perfect for getting my first time ever ski boots!! She was super knowledgeable about the process, the boots, the sizing, the fit, the insoles, how to break them in or make sure they’re “my right boot”. Gen was AWESOME! Friendly, professional, patient and sweet fun personality! It made me feel super confident in my purchase!! I’m super excited to go skiing now! 😁”
~ Reyna D.
“Dallas was extremely helpful and honest. You can tell he is an expert. I have a very unique foot and knowing he didn’t just want to sell me any boot was much appreciated. They know what they’re doing and really care about their work.”
~ Elizabeth E.
Meet Our Boot Fitting Team
Jim M.
Jim is a Masterfit University graduate and has been a bootfitter at Goldsmiths Sports in Big Bear Lake since 2012. A PSIA certified instructor since 2002, and he was a supervisor and an Assistant Director at the Bear Mountain Ski School for 12 years. He is currently an instructor teaching the able-bodied at Snow Summit. Jim also teaches skiers with disabilities as a staff instructor with the U.S. Adaptive Recreation Center at Bear Mountain. He has also been a boot tester for Americas Best Bootfitters for several years. After the busy winter season, you’ll find him on Big Bear Lake in the warm summer months, teaching adaptive water sports with the USARC.
Dallas G.
Dallas grew up on the slopes in Southern California where his father was the Resort Manager for Snow Summit. He raced for most of his youth making it to the Junior Olympics twice. Dallas went off to college and became a PGA Golf Professional, which is his other passion. After years of grinding he decided to return to his hometown of Big Bear Lake California in 2007 to help with the family business- Goldsmith’s Sports Inc Ski Shop established circa 1987. He skis as often as he can, which is less than it used to be as he now has two beautiful daughters and a wonderful wife. He has also been a boot tester for Americas Best Bootfitters for several years. When he’s not with his family, he is working, skiing, or golfing. Dallas says he enjoys the aristocratic lifestyle.
Danielle G.
Co-owner and C.A.O. (Chief Amazement Officer) at Goldsmiths Sports Inc. Danielle started building snowboard boots (as there were no snowboard boots yet) in 1987. She was a pro snowboarder for Simms and Morrow snowboards from 1988 to 1991. She has been a Masterfit-certified bootfitter since 2012, a snowsports industry product tester since 1987 and an Americas Best Bootfitters boot tester since 2013. Danielle enjoys heading up to take some hot laps with her family as often as she can, and finds herself enjoy the local resort between her busy work schedule.
Gen C.
Gen is one of our Masterfit certified boot fitters. She is a AASI certified snowboard instructor and has been a volunteer ski instructor for our differently abled skiers and boarders with US Adaptive Recreation Center at Bear Mountain for several years. In the summer you can find her manning the counter for bike rentals, in the water with the USARC program or assisting the Challenged Athletes Foundation with their Million Dollar Challenge.
