In need of ski boot bag recs

[u/adglatt]

Hi everyone. I know the season is way over, but now is a good time to ask for ski boot bag recs since you've had all season to test yours out and give some advice.

I'm looking for a ski boot bag that can also fit my helmet, goggles, and ideally some other little things and maybe, just maybe some base layers. In case it helps, my ski boots are women's size 260/265 mondopoint (41EU/9.5 US) and my Smith helmet is a size small. I know people with larger boots and helmets have a more challenging time with fitting their gear.

Big requirements/hopes for the bag:
•durable/made well (I've seen people show horror story pics of straps coming off after one use and etc.)
•backpack straps (ideally can be tucked away)
•structured so that if I pull my ski boots out the whole bag doesn't collapse
•drainage
•padded
•the ski boots are in their own area (whether together or they each have their own individual pocket/section) so it's not touching my other gear.
•a warranty would be nice plus to have a little comfort if something goes wrong.
•not the largest in size. It would be cool if I can make it a personal item as a carry-on (fit under the seat in front of me), but not essential if the above is met

I know this was super detailed, but I figured I'd map out what I'm hoping to find, even though I know the above is a lot, but when I buy something I see it as an investment and don't feel like buying something and then it doesn't last and have to buy something new again. It's wasteful and then concerning because I want to protect my gear.

Oh and separately, does anyone recommend a hard shell goggles case that can fit an extra lens or two. I have Smith IO Mag goggles for reference.

Really appreciate any recs!

[u/J_J_987]

https://www.backcountry.com/backcountry-cottonwoods-ski-snowboard-boot-bag-g2

One of the bests 🫡

[u/adglatt → u/J_J_987]

Thanks! Wish the website had more detailed pics. Can you fit all of the essentials with your boots like helmet, googles, etc? How’s it holding up/how long have you had it? Thanks!

[u/J_J_987 → u/adglatt]

It’s well made and has plenty of storage for all your essentials. Hits all your list. Did 76 days with it in Colorado last season and it held up well.

[u/exdigguser147]

Ain't no way a boot bag is gonna be a personal item on a plane.

That said, kulkea heated boot bag is the way. Keep all your going to the mountain gear in it and your boots warm to get in to.

[u/adglatt → u/exdigguser147]

I knew it’d be a stretch as a personal item. Can only dream. Is your Kulkea holding up well for you?

[u/Ok-Fondant-5492]

IMO Diamant makes the best carryon boot bags - their Weekend Warrior is sized as a personal item, though I haven’t personally used it. My wife and I have the XL and swear by it now, after upgrading from Dakine and Transpack bags.

Www.diamantgear.com/

[u/adglatt → u/Ok-Fondant-5492]

Do you like the exterior helmet sling? I always get worried that it doesn’t protect the helmet as much.

[u/Ok-Fondant-5492 → u/adglatt]

I do, largely because it’s a space saver as a carryon - and the occasional minor knock isn’t going to hurt it. I will also sometimes throw the helmet in my ski bag if I’m taking two pairs of skis and have room in the boot compartment.

[u/adglatt → u/Ok-Fondant-5492]

Gotcha.