Ski boots are an integral part of the skiing experience.
The simple difference between wet and dry ski boots can make the difference between a great day and an awful day on the slopes.
That’s why today we are going to look at the best ski boot dryer.
5 Different Ski Boot Dryers
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1) DryGuy Travel Dry Boot Dryer
My Favorite
First, we have The DryGuy Travel Boot Dryer. I personally use this product as my ski boot dryer.
It features two small wands that slip into your ski boots. Each want has a fan in it that blows lukewarm air around your boot, drying it from the inside out. It comes with a 12-volt outlet plug plus a car outlet adapter.
I chose to get this boot dryer because of its price, portability, and car outlet. I like to be a minimalist where I can, and this small boot dryer is easily packable and allows me to store it in a cupboard when it’s not in use. Further, I like how I can plug it into my car. You can warm up your boots in the morning on your way to the mountain, which saved me from cold toes when I left my boot bag in the car overnight.
For $30, these are the ones I recommend. I’m sure there are boot dryers that are faster and warmer, but for me, the minimalist design cannot be beaten.
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2) DryGuy DX Forced Air Boot Dryer
Best Home-Only Option
Also, by DryGuy, we have the Forced Air Boot and Garment Dryer. Unlike their travel-sized dryer, this one stands on four legs and has four nozzles that deliver warm air into your boots or whatever garment you place on top of them.
This device comes with a timer that allows you to choose how long you want to dry your garments. Further, it includes the option to blow air with or without heat, which can be useful for super wet garments. It also includes two removable extension tubes that fit boots up to 16 inches tall.
I like the look of this dryer, but I wonder how well it would work for ski boots. I believe you will definitely need to put on the extension tubes to dry your ski boots. I don’t think it would be possible to dry two pairs of boots on this dryer at a time. But if you want to dry your ski boots and warm up your gloves or the boots you’ll wear in the car. This could be a great option.
3) Thermic Refresher Delux
Uses UV Rays?
The Thermic Refresher is a cordless portable boot dryer that features two long arms that insert into your boots.
This dryer features a timer that controls how long the dryer will run. Further, it claims that it kills bacteria with UV. I might be wrong here, but I typically think of UV as light. Seeing as this is a boot dryer, I’m curious about this claim. The arms are nice and long and would fit easily within your ski boots.
I think this is another good portable option. It’s a great option that you can bring with you on a trip. But take note that it has to be recharged.
4) PEET 2-Shoe
Will Ski Boots Fit?
Next, we have the PEET Original 2-Shoe Boot Dryer. This dryer stands upright and has two, with extenders, that your boots slip right on.
This dryer is straight and to the point. You have no control over how warm it runs, and there is no timer. But personally, I like that. I don’t want to fuss with the temperature. I want to plug it and feel warm air coming out. I’ll control the time by unplugging it.
However, I am not sure if this dryer is sturdy enough or wide enough to accommodate ski boots. The arms might be wide enough, but I’m not sure a pair of ski boots would slip over them easily. Further, I don’t know if the base is sturdy enough to hold up a pair of heavy boots.
I have some trepidations about this boot dryer, but I think it would be worth a try because of its price. Especially if you buy it from somewhere like Amazon that has a good return policy.
5) KOODER Boot Dryer
There are Better Options
The Kooder Boot Dryer is another boot dryer I had to mention because of its price.
At $17 for the pair, this boot dryer looks like a steal. Just like the DryGuy, it features two length-adjustable wands that you insert into your shoes. However, there are no visible fans. This makes me wonder what’s drying the boot?
If you’re looking for a cheap ski boot dryer, this is an option. However, I would advise waiting and saving some extra money to purchase the DryGuy Travel. From my personal experience, the small fans help dry your boots quickly.
Other Options:
If you decide not to purchase a boot dryer, there are a couple of ways to get your boots dry after a night of skiing.
First, pull your liners out of your shells. The shells act as insulation and protect your liners from the warm outside air.
Next, put your liners somewhere up high. Heat rises, so put your liners on a shelf or ledge that is high up in your lodge, house, or hotel room. Putting them up high will expose them to the warmest air in the house.
Finally, you can use a hairdryer, but be careful. I don’t recommend this step if you have nice boot liners, especially custom-molded ones. But if you’re using rental boots, you can light blast the air from a hairdryer into your liners. I would set the dryer on cool and use short blasts to avoid any fire hazard.
In the end, two key elements dry your ski boots, heat, and airflow. The amount of each that you use will determine how long it takes your boots to dry. But keep this in mind, and I am sure you will find an easy way to dry out your boots.
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