Play with the buckles a lot, and anything that can help with the shins besides fit (thats the part where you think a bit). Maybe design something where you can get different liners for the same boot that vary in fit, so there are no people who bitch about not being able to get a sick boot because it doesnt fit them. Maybe something where the buckle extends out for leverage then folds in for skiing, I dont know. Think outside the sport and be creative. Once you get a sick idea and determine its something that would work for you dont be so quick to give up.