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Grip walk soles (and other standards) and what it means to you
Ever feel worn out before you even start skiing? While convenience isn’t something we talk about much in the ski industry, the fact is...
jkbergeron
Jan 24, 20232 min read
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Having issues with cold feet?
We hear this often, especially when the weather turns unusually cold. Here a few ways to have warmer feet on the slopes. Boot heaters and...
Jeff
Jun 29, 20212 min read
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What are AT boots? Do I want them or (regular) alpine boots?
For those of you who are not familiar with AT, or Alpine Touring boots, they are boots that are designed for skiing AND hiking. Typical...
Jeff
Jun 29, 20213 min read
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What about socks?
A common question we get is what kind of socks should I bring - and what type of socks should I ski in? For trying new ski boots, we...
Jeff
Jun 29, 20211 min read
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100+ Point Ski Boot Check
We perform a detailed boot exam with 118 point checks, 66 alignment checks, and 52 fittings. Few skiers require modification to even half...
Jeff
Jun 7, 20211 min read
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Ramp angle and binding toe lift modification
Ramp is a term used for how the difference in the height of the toe versus the heel. Ramp is a factor with ski bindings, boot soles, and...
Jeff
Jun 5, 20211 min read
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Jun 5, 20210 min read
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Shoveling in AT boots
How good are the walk modes on the newer AT (Alpine Touring) boots? Imagine trying to shovel a steep driveway with standard ski boots. It...
Jeff
Jun 5, 20211 min read
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Tools of the trade 3 - Modifying liners
As boots get used, it is common for them to get looser in the heel pocket. Rather than replacing the boots or liners, we often recommend...
Jeff
Jun 5, 20211 min read
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Tools of the trade 2 - Stretching shells with Tecnica, Scott & Ultracam stretchers
When skiers have a problem with a boot being too tight, it is often a bigger problem than a simple heat molding of the liner. Because...
Jeff
Jun 5, 20212 min read
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Jun 5, 20210 min read
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Extreme leg length difference
An uncommon, but very serious skiing problem is with skiers who have major leg length differences. Typically, these issues were caused by...
Jeff
Jun 5, 20212 min read
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