Each company that manufactures skating boots has their own way of doing a fitting. Some want the measurements done while standing and others want it done in a sitting position. And some will want a combination of both, as Harlick does. It is important that you do the measurements according to the manufacturers specifications. To do otherwise will result in an improper fit.

All measurements must be taken with the skater wearing the type of sock or tights that they will wear when they skate in their boots.

Do not attempt to trace your own feet. This does not work. While leaning forward to reach down and draw the outline, your weight is improperly balanced.

Step #1
Place a ruler or tape measure on the ground (must be a flat surface, like tile or cement) with one end against the wall. Stand on the tape measure with your heel against the wall. Stand up straight with equal pressure on both feet. Measure from your longest toe to the heel. Repeat this procedure for the other foot. Look at the chart below and find the measurement of your feet in the left column. If one foot is longer than the other, use the measurement of the longer foot.

Step #2
Measure circumference of the ball of the foot in inches and locate that measurement according to the length of boot size. Follow the column up and that will tell you the width.

The CIRCUMFERENCE MEASUREMENTS should be taken carefully, and double checked for accuracy. While the skater is seated, the foot should rest on the floor in a relaxed position, with only the legs weight added to the foot. The tape should be pulled snug, not tight, while measuring. The most important measurement is the "Ball" measurement. This measurement is used to determine the width of the boots. Take the ball measurement around the widest part of the foot. Place the tape measure so that it crosses directly over the joint behind the large toe (often referred to as the bunion) and the joint just behind the small toe. This will usually cause the tape to be positioned at an angle.