Burton Supreme Heat Snowboard Boot - Women's - 2008 BCS

I can't stress enough that you should go with your NORMAL shoe size...whatever you'd wear for tennis shoes (not heels). They will be snug, uncomfortable, and will probably make you want to cry if you hit up the hill the first day without having worn the boots around your apartment/house to break them in, and will still be very snug the first few days you ride them. HOWEVER, once they "pack out", the boots become like toasty little yummy foot huggers that hold you to your board in the most responsive way possible. You are going to have to suffer through the first few days but if you get a size that is comfortable from the get go, they will also pack out and be HUGE. I have two pairs of these boots and absolutely adore them. I have fairly normal feet but long toes and my toes never feel smooshed. Plenty of toe room once they pack out :)

I picked these up for my girlfriend and ordered them a 1/2 size larger than her Salomon boots, but they were still too small. Picked up the next size up and they were perfect after a heat molding session (that's a total of 1 full size larger than her Salomon boots). The heat packs are on the budget side and therefore only get about 4 hours on the middle setting, but they keep her toes nice and toasty considering her very poor circulation. If the heat packs held their charge as advertised then this boot would get 5 stars. If you can get this boot on Whiskey, it's more than worth the sizing and heat pack issue.

I liked my old Burton Supreme boots so I ordered these as replacements. I ordered the same old size and they were a little tight on the toes but after a few rides the boots packed out and are fine now.
However, as far as the heat goes: I had to return a battery for warranty right off the bat and the heat wasn't lasting very long but is getting better after several charges over time. I keep them on "1" and I don't feel real warmth coming from the boot but my feet don't get cold and that's the idea I guess. If you set it on 2 or 3 you can really feel the warmth but the batteries won't last all day. Turn them off at lunch or if you go in for a drink. They are working out very well. I figured the Supreme was a good boot heat or no heat so I'm happy with them so far. Even if the batteries die I still have a good boot.

I agree with the Burton rep who wrote that these are the best Boot for women out there. My circulation has always been cut off in other boots and had hot spots. I have had no problems with the heat packs. My feet always get cold and I've found that the one setting is always usually warm enough.

I think what many of the reviewers don't understand is that the liners can be heat molded to custom fit your feet. You want to order your regular boot size (they will be tight and uncomfortable. Then take them in to your local shop and have them fitted. It's a little costly but well worth it. You may have to take them in a few more times to have them adjust hot spots but that should be free. It's kind of a hassle and I was skeptical after the first fitting. Had to take mine in 3 times but now they work better and are much more comfortable than any boot I have had in the past. In the past I have had to take a break and remove my boots to recirculate and warm up.

The biggest problem I have with these boots is the speed zone lacing system on both boots is starting to unravel on one side where it comes out of the plastic dealio on either side where you pull up and back to tighten.

Now granted I ride hard and rack up many days during the season but I haven't even used these for a full season. This shouldn't be happening. Not sure what to do about it. You can't just replace the laces. I'll be taking them into my local shop to see what can be done. Hopefully it's not a big deal.

I paid full price for these boots plus approximately another $100 bones to have them custom fitted. Too much money to have this happening so soon.

I ordered my normal boot size and they fit snugly. At first I thought they were too tight, but once I was out on the slopes I realized they were perfect. I would say maybe ordering them 1/2 size bigger would be ok. I found them to be perfect for riding - just the right amount of support. As far as the heat, I've only been able to use them for spring skiing, so haven't had a good test of it yet. They seem to get warm, but I'm not sure how well it will work on really cold days.

Order bigger than normal size (not sure how much yet... on my third order) I first ordered a Size 7.0 (I am a WMNS 8.0) because the gearhead told me Burton's sizing was the same as 2003/2004 when I got my current pair of Supreme's. Reordered a size 8.0 still squishing my toes OUCH! Not sure I like the fit of the new supremes in comparison, hit weird on my ankle and seem like a pain to lace. Wish they stayed the same! BOO!