Program
FOOT ANANTOMY (10%)
Biomechanics and morphotypes of the foot (movement, pressure/volume) on a podoscope.
Analysis with mechanical and digital tools.
SKI BOOT (5%)
Breaking down a ski boot(bottom of the shell / collar / hooks / velcro).
The boot and its 5 crumple zones.
Weight, flex, last, liner.
EXISTING COMFORT SOLUTIONS (5%)
Sole, liner, socks: their uses and benefits.
Construction and materials of technical socks.
WORKSHOPS (70%)
Learning how to mold custom soles.
Learning how to mold a thermoformable liner.
Learning how to apply ICP and IPS.
Learning how to deform hulls and use tools.
PROBLEMS / SOLUTIONS (10%)
Learning Objectives
- Have an expert analysis on the foot and the evaluation of the footwear volume.
- Master off the shelf and custom insoles.
- Master the process of thermoforming liners.
- Be able to perform shell deformations.
- Master intermediate knowledge of the anatomy and biomechanics of the foot.
Prerequisites
- Offer pre-formed insoles
- Be equipped with basic boot-fitting tools and machines
