Program
FOOT ANATOMY (10%)
Biomechanics and foot morphotypes (movement/pressure/volume) on a podoscope.
Analysis with mechanical and digital tools.
EXISTING COMFORT SOLUTIONS (5%)
Insoles, liners, socks: their uses and benefits.
Construction and materials of technical socks.
HANDS-ON WORKSHOPS (70%)
Learning how to mold custom insoles.
Learning how to mold a thermoformable liner.
Learning shell deformation and how to use the tools.
Learning liner injection.
Learning expert bootfitting techniques.
PROBLEMS / SOLUTIONS (15%)
Learning Objectives
- Conduct an in-depth analysis of the foot and assess footwear volume.
- Master thorough knowledge of foot anatomy and biomechanics.
- Master thermoformable insoles.
- Carry out the injection process for an injected liner.
- Solve all the issues a skier may encounter in a ski boot.
Prerequisites
- Offer custom insoles
- Offer thermoformed and injected liners
- Offer shell deformations
- Be equipped with the tools and machines from the basic kit
