OK, it's time to replace my old boots that don't fit so great any more (well, they never were that great).
I read the whole thread of advice on buying skis for skiobsessed just below. Everyone had good advice on the boot issue.
Just wanting to know, Crush and others said they like Ski Center in DC (way more convenient than pro-fit in leesburg.
Is there someone there I should make an appointment with?
That cold snap got my wallet burning to fling cash at gear.

Way to go....fling that cash....help the economy!
Let us know how he whole experience goes? What you buy?
Why?
The Colonel

Well, i haven't bought yet. but itching too. my old dalbello boots (mebbe 8 seasons or nine) were a MAJOR step up over the rentals, but it's time to move on to modern technology and a better fit to see if it helps my skiing.
haven't decided what to buy, just going to go in and have em steer me to some new boots.

Ski Center -does- have Atomic and Garmont for you to try.