Historical information
These boots were purchased in at "Sports House" in Salzberg, Austria by the donor, Gordon Smith. They were used in Austria and then at Falls Creek, Victoria. Mr Smith used the boots until he joined the Ski Patrol for the SEC when he was provided with new boots.
Significance
These boots are significant because they are representative of skiing footwear in the early years of skiing at Falls Creek.
Physical description
A pair of leather ski boots from the 1950s. The boots have been resoled by the owner. There are metal hooks to secure the laces which are yellow.
