In this video I’m talking about one of those unglamorous jobs that makes a huge difference come December: how to store your ski boots over the summer. I’m joined (in spirit) by equipment expert Al Morgan, who lays out a simple, sensible routine so your boots don’t end up stinking, cracking, or feeling “mysteriously” different when you clip in next season. The key takeaways are straightforward: make sure your boots are properly dry before they go away, don’t store them somewhere hot or in direct sunlight, and keep their shape by doing them up correctly rather than leaving them flapping open. It’s also about being kind to the liners and the plastics—summer heat and damp are the enemies here. If you want the full Ski Kit Q&A chat, it’s in Episode 247 of The Ski Podcast, but this video gives you the practical checklist I follow so my boots are ready to go when the first snow report of the season drops.