Program
RACE BOOT CULTURE (5%)
Market data and racing industry studies.
Study of race boots and race fitting specifics.
ADVANCED ANATOMY AND BIOMECHANICS (10%)
Topic taught by a specialist podiatrist.
Specific anatomy and physiological demands on junior skiers.
Applied mechanics and posturology in skiing.
Study of pathologies and special cases.
RACE BOOT FITTING (15%)
Advanced analysis of foot stability and mobility, DVMP study.
Learning the fitting protocol for a race ski boot.
Explanation of boot parameter impacts on performance optimization.
Expertise sharing and panel discussion on issues and solutions.
Junior fitting solutions and products.
EXPERT BOOTFITTING PRACTICAL WORKSHOPS (65%)
Grinding race ski boot shells.
Canting: demonstration and use of measurement tools as well as angle adjustments.
Practical exercise on installing lifters compliant with FIS standards.
Practical exercise on planing/sanding the boot sole.
Shell deformations and work on liners and tongues.
Thermoforming shin guards.
PRESENTATION OF NEW RACE FITTING TECHNOLOGIES (5%)
Discussion on performance impacts of various components: socks, straps, belts, lifters, canting strips.
Custom shin guards by Leki x Sidas.
Maintenance tips for machinery and tools.
Learning Objectives
- Understand the specifics of race ski boot fitting.
- Understand foot biomechanics and anatomy, as well as their constraints and issues in a race boot.
- Understand fitting solutions for junior ski boots.
- Master the techniques of grinding, shell deformation, lifter installation, and sole sanding.
- Be capable of adjusting the canting on a race ski boot.
Prerequisites
- Have completed a Ski Black training course
- Have access to modern bootfitting tools and machinery
