ski boot![click to hear](/images/speaker.jpg)
Rigid boot made of plastic or composite materials; the front and back of the ski boot attach to the ski.
lower shell ![click to hear](/images/speaker.jpg)
Part of the ski boot that covers the foot and the ankle.
hinge ![click to hear](/images/speaker.jpg)
Piece connecting the upper and lower shells.
upper shell ![click to hear](/images/speaker.jpg)
Part of the ski boot that covers the lower leg; its forward inclination is often adjustable, which makes it easier for the skier to lean forward.
buckle ![click to hear](/images/speaker.jpg)
Clip made up of a metal ring that fits into an adjusting catch to tighten the ski boot.
upper ![click to hear](/images/speaker.jpg)
Reinforcement at the back of the boot.
upper cuff ![click to hear](/images/speaker.jpg)
Relatively rigid piece that goes around the top of the inner boot.
sole ![click to hear](/images/speaker.jpg)
Sturdy piece that forms the bottom of the ski boot; it has molds at the heel and toe that fit into the binding.
adjusting catch ![click to hear](/images/speaker.jpg)
Groove in which the buckle latches; each adjusting catch corresponds to a different tightness.
upper strap ![click to hear](/images/speaker.jpg)
Strap that is attached to the upper to tighten the upper cuff.
tongue ![click to hear](/images/speaker.jpg)
Piece that extends from the inner boot and protects the foot from rubbing against the binding system; it is raised to slip the foot into the inner boot.
inner boot ![click to hear](/images/speaker.jpg)
Often removable padded lining designed to keep the feet warm and to provide comfort.