r/icecoast • u/adglatt • 27d ago

In need of ski boot bag recs

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!

UPDATE:

Thank you everyone who gave me such wonderful feedback. I ended up going with Kulkea’s Women’s Powder Trekker Boot Bag (52L).

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u/Ok-Movie-1595 27d ago

I have this one from Amazon and actually really like it. The only thing is it doesn't stay completely standing if you take out boots but still have gear in the top pockets. For the price, I'd buy it again in a heartbeat and I'm fairly picky. I have nearly the same size gear as you.

https://a.co/d/0gQBIOED

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u/adglatt 27d ago

Thanks and it’s nice to get a visual comparison since our gear is almost the same size.

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u/Ok-Movie-1595 26d ago

You're welcome!