What a disappointment, I had been recommended to go to ellis Brighams because they are the supposed experts on snowboarding gear. They may know all about the latest colours and which rider is being sponsored by what company but they haven't got a clue about fitting boots . I went into their High Street Kensington branch to get my first set of snowboard boots, I have problems with my feet and knees, I was served by a young guy with his jeans down to his knees and with hair that hadn't been washed for at least a month.
I get it that your trying to appeal to youngsters who are mostly interested in style over comfort, but your sales people also need to care about your customers not just the next ride their hoping for. I felt they really didn't care about my feet and knees, and if I wasn't part of their club I should go elsewhere.
I took their hint and went to Altimus, they are new and just up the road. I had never heard of them but I can defiantly say I was blow away with their service. The guy in Altimus was courteous and professional and had a degree in biomechanics. I left with a pair of boots, a pair of trainers and a pair of MBT's
I would recommend Ellis Brigham if your between 14 and 20 or had a recent lobotomy, otherwise try Altimus or even Snow and Rock who are also on the same road. read more