Boot Fitting Specialists

At McMaster Sports we are committed to fitting you with a boot that's not just footwear, but an integral component of your skiing and snowboarding experience. We believe that boot fitting is a partnership that involves you, and the specialist who you've entrusted with the job. Let us fit you into a new pair of ski or snowboard boots, or bring in your current boots and we will assess any issues with them and offer our advice

The Science of Boot Fitting

When fitting you with a ski or snow boarding boot, our specialists will take you through a number of time-tested steps in order to ensure that you are being fit into the proper model and size boot to suit your needs. Remember that purchasing a pair of new boots is not 2 minute process, so allow yourself an ample amount of time to ensure the best possible fit. Boot fitting is an art form, come see for yourself.

Whether it be a new or used pair of boots, call us at 905-523-8880 to make an appointment for any custom work and come in for an assessment and estimate. We offer trim-to-fit insoles as well as custom insoles. Boot punching and expansion, heel lifts and butterflys.

How often should you tune your skis\Board

How often you tune your skis and boards depends on snow conditions, the terrain and your level of performance.

McMaster Sports recommends a tuning:

-before your first day out on the snow.
-after about six days on the slopes.
-at the end of the season.

Major base or edge damages should be checked daily and always repaired immediately!

Why settle for an inferior tune-up??

     Even the best ski or board base won't last forever. Ice and rocks scratch the base and damage the edges. The ski or the board's capacity to turn and glide is enormously reduced, you have to use more strength and you tire out faster.

     With excellent tuning, the performance of your ski/ board can even be adjusted to your skiing or boarding skills. Inform the service technician which skiing/ riding style you prefer, which terrain you like best and any concerns you may have. In that way, the technician can adapt the tuning perfectly to your style! Professional tuning with WINTERSTEIGER technology gets your skis and board ready to shred the slopes!

     We offer a number of tuning possibilities, from basic to full tunes, kid's tunes and race tunes. Not to mention that our certified technicians can mount, remount and adjust your ski and snowboard bindings.

The five basic steps in ski / board tuning are:

Inspection
The top, base and edges are wiped clean in order to remove dirt. Then the ski / board is inspected for any damage.

Base Repair
Next, any nicks, gouges, or core shots are repaired and filled with base repair material.

Base grinding
The entire base is now run through the stone grinder. In doing so, tiny cuts are ground off and the base becomes true and flat. Now the base is able to absorb wax and the structures created are an important aid in gliding.

Edge grinding
Regardless of the performance that you expect from your sporting equipment most ski and board edges are "beveled" between 0 and 2 degrees: a continuous smooth surface is created.

Waxing
The last step in tuning is hot waxing. Hot wax impregnates the base, protects against damage and improves the gliding and turning properties of skis and boards.

Price List

Basic Tune: Stone Base Grind, Ceramic Disk Base and Side Edge Sharpen, Buffer Wax $34.99

Full Tune: Minor Base Repair, Stone Base Grind, Ceramic Disk Base and Side Edge Sharpen, Buffer Wax $44.99

Kid's Tune: Belt Tuned Side Edge & Base Edge, Base Belt Grind, Buffer Wax $19.99

Side Edge and Buffer Wax: $15.00

Adjust: $15.00

Mount: $20.00

Re-mount: $25.00

Buffer Wax: $10.00

Temperature Specific Hot Wax: $15.00

Race Hot Wax: $20.00

Major Base Repair: Estimated

Season's Tuning Pass: $89.99 Per Pair of Skis or Snowboard

And, we have a wide selection of tuning accessories from file guides to waxes for all your self-tuning needs.

Demo Program

We encourage you to try before you buy. The demo program is for skiers who want to try a new model of ski. Our innovative products and program must be working, because many participants end up buying the skis they try on the hill.

Here is how McMaster's demo offer works:

1.Choose from our assorted selection of skis and snowboards in our store, and reserve them to try. Availability is subject to demo days.

2.The cost per demo will be $40 per day. Remember to bring in one of your boots so that our certified technicians can adjust the bindings to your specifications. Customer is responsible for lost or damaged equipment.

3.Demo as much as you like, and if you decide to purchase a pair of skis or snowboard by February 28th, you will be credited the $40 (or $80, $120, etc.) towards your purchase.

Inline Skate Service

Come in for your inline skate tuning and repair. We offer a wide selection of recreation and racing parts, from wheels to bearings to frames. Get your inline skates tuned up for optimal performance. Call or visit us for details.

Racquet Service

With a varied selection of tennis, squash, raquetball and badminton equipment, we offer in house restringing. Come in to look for some new string to bring that spring back into your raquet. We also string racquets with string you bring in. Call or visit us for details.