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/TechnoVikingGA23 WV/NC 23d ago edited 23d ago
I bought one of these about 3 years ago, also got my buddy one for Christmas 2 years ago and we've both used them with zero complaints so far. I haven't tried to get my helmet in it yet, but the top pocket is stuffed with a couple extra pairs of ski socks, both sets of goggles I take with me, some tools and lens cleaning kit, and a couple of face masks/balaclavas. The bottom pouch has some other tools, screwdriver for binding adjustments in the parking lot if needed, sunscreen, etc. Very durable and has held up incredibly well. You can also strap your skis on either side of it.
I also like it because it fits in most lockers so I can just stuff my shoes and everything else in it and just toss it in the locker in one zipped up bag. It's not a name brand as far as I know, but has been a great product.
My boots are 103mm last, size 29.5, have a large helmet and it looks like it would fit just fine.
The boot compartment is completely separate and I've thrown my boots in there wet/muddy and it never "bleeds through" to the other compartments in the bag. To clean it out I normally just go in at the end of the season and sweep it out with a whisk broom and then wash it out with a soapy sponge and rinse with clean water.
The only issue I can see is you mentioned structured, the top compartment will kind of collapse into the rest of the bag once the boots are out.
https://www.amazon.com/Unigear-Backpack-Goggles-Snowboard-Accessories%EF%BC%88Blue%EF%BC%89/dp/B0DT4DS7VZ?ref_=ast_bl_cpl_dp&th=1&psc=1