I have never had any issues with rental boots not being "usable ski boots." Maybe they won't make the cut for an advanced skier; but for somebody just starting out I would recommend renting the first time to see what you do and don't like. As was mentioned earlier go to a decent ski shop, and have some time to wait. For me- after having rented a few different boots I knew what I was looking for when it came time to buy boots.
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