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5-Star Skiing Assessment: Elevate Your Winter Experience.
Book a one-hour consultation with one of our ski experts to fine-tune your skiing setup. Whether you're a beginner in need of expert advice or a seasoned pro looking for the latest gear, our team will provide personalized recommendations to optimize your performance and comfort on the slopes.
If you are a beginner looking for new equipment, we will dedicate our time with you to finding the right boot, talking about custom orthotics {More info here}, explaining and checking alignment, describing the importance of properly setting up and tuning your new gear and defining the difference between skis and skiing technique.
If you are an experienced skier, bring your existing set up with you to your appointment. We will take our time with you to assess where improvements might be made using the same criteria that we have honed to the 5 Star Skiing Assessment.
Hi Tempo Introduces 5 Star Skiing
In every sport there are participants and there are performers. In skiing, we all get a front row seat to look at the rest of the skiers coming down the mountain. When that elite skier skis down a run it is noticeable. They always ski easy, they look comfortable, and they ski in total control.
Unlike just about any other sport, the anatomical differences of the human body make skiing easy difficult for many skiers. Most skiers would like to ski better and be more comfortable on the snow.
The FootLab at Hi Tempo began over 20 years ago as the custom ski boot fitting division of Hi Tempo Ski Shop. Our goal then, and now, is to help every skier ski better. Through the thousands of ski boot fits we’ve done over the years we’ve learned that there are 5 “must haves” that will help skiers ski better. Those 5 fixes are what 5 Star Skiing is all about.
The 5 Star Skiing Process
1. Boot Fitting: The number one problem we see with clients is that they’re in the wrong boot. The wrong boot is a boot that’s too big, too stiff, or too wide. The typical adult boot ranges in size from 22.5-31.5, they have 8 different flex ratings, and 4 widths. That gives the average skier over 320 combinations to choose from. Hi Tempo has trained boot fitters to narrow that choice down to the correct boot.
2. Custom Orthotics: Ski boot manufacturers recommend that the standard inserts that come inside ski boots should NOT be used for skiing. Custom orthotics position the foot for maximum comfort, control, and posture. The FootLab custom ski boot orthotics are $249 and become half price with a boot purchase.
3. Canting: Correcting the stance, also known as alignment, of the skier is important for making good turns. 65% of the population are either bow-legged or knock-kneed and do not stand flat on their skis. These people will never ski easily. Assessing alignment requires an easy check and fixing alignment is very doable. The FootLab can correct alignment issues through ski boot canting for $229 or take 20% off that price with a boot purchase.
4. Tuning: Today’s skis can be tuned for easy turning or super aggressive hard charging. Having the right tune for your skiing is critical. Hi Tempo offers different levels of ski tuning to suit your desired goals. Ski Tuning Services
5. Technique: The staff at Hi Tempo can explain how new skis are designed and work, and can introduce skiers to organizations that can teach them the proper way to make skis turn.
What is a 5 Star Skiing Assessment?
- Bring in your current ski equipment. We’ll check it out and see if you’re set for success.
- We'll thoroughly explain any areas that can improve your skiing.
- There is no obligation to make a purchase. If you need time to think about it, you can come back at a later date.
Be sure to bring your skis and boots!
Click the button below to use our online appointment scheduler. Select "5 Star Skiing Assessment" and select a convenient time.
Watch the video to learn why FootLab orthotics are different and better for skiers
Call 651-429-3333 To Schedule Your FREE 5-Star Ski Assessment
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