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  1. B

    "Should I be angry at this bootfitter" with updated conclusion.

    I am from the US, but I live in Switzerland. I am on a ski holiday with my family in Grindelwald. A few days ago, I needed some work on my touring boots. I had had the liners molded at the start of the season, but after some use I realized I needed shell work. I was very hesitant to visit a...
  2. Dr. Strangepug, or: How I Learned To Stop Worrying, and Use Snowboard Boots To Solve a Problem

    Dr. Strangepug, or: How I Learned To Stop Worrying, and Use Snowboard Boots To Solve a Problem

    Like any craftsman -- oops, craftsperson -- you can only get better at your job if you are willing to keep an open mind. This is one of the reasons that organizations such as Masterfit have continuing training programs: there is always something to learn. Masterfit has a simple mantra: “Do no...
  3. Analisa

    I still haven't experienced a magical bootfitting

    I just got my first pair of inbound boots after 3 years of monogamy with my Dynafit Mercuries - a pair of Tecnica Mach1 LV Pros. Hot damn! I feel like I bought being a better skier! They're snug in all the right places yet insanely comfortable (especially after adding some ankle padding to one...
  4. Hardpack

    (Road) cycling footbeds in ski boots?

    I understand and appreciate the importance of professional bootfitting so, this is not exclusive of this. I also appreciate that custom made footbeds are superior to trim to fit, if such is warranted. So ... if trim to fit footbeds are appropriate for the task and I have a pair that work well in...
  5. Philpug

    Masterfit Bootfitting Seminars: You Can Attend!

    Pugski.com has continued its partnership with Masterfit University and is giving its members and followers access to their world-class bootfitting workshops. For less than $250 (with a 5% 10% Pugski code: Pugski18), you can learn the essentials of bootfitting in one day in Masterfit U's...
  6. HateBoilerplate

    How comfortable is TOO comfortable when trying on boots?

    Seems a silly thing to ask, I know - but living in Detroit and having only two (laughable) options in town for "boot fitting" (which would make any of you with proper experience cringe), and no budget to travel across the country to a real boot fitter, I'm left fending for myself on forums for...
  7. Brian Finch

    Cuff alignment

    “Neutral” cuff - note the lateral sides on the plastic & the miles of space on the medial sides. Take 5 minutes at home & adjust your’s today!
  8. Tricia

    America's Best Bootfitters

    This link popped up in my "memories" today so I thought I'd share it. - Top 15 Bootfitters in the USA from 2011 Its interesting how many of these people are folks I consider good friends, -
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