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🎿 CarveCast Episode 25 — Boot Fitting With Tim In Zermatt
Ski performance starts at the foot. In this episode I sit down inside Julen Sport in Zermatt with Tim, widely considered the best boot fitter in the valley. We dive deep into comfort, liner choice, foot scanning and why your ski boot fit might be holding you back more than you think.
We recorded this right in the shop surrounded by boots, shells, liners and a 3D printer building insoles behind us. This is a real mountain floor conversation filled with practical info for every skier from first time boot buyers to high level riders who want precision and support dialled perfectly.
We look at ZipFit liners, ramp angle, heel hold, 3D pressure scanning and why so many skiers unknowingly ski in boots that are too big. Tim explains how he fits beginners, advanced skiers and racers and why there is no single perfect boot, only the correct fit for the person wearing it.
🔥 What you’ll learn
• 3D printed insoles remove pressure points and boost comfort
• Proper boot fitting transforms ski performance and control
• Most skiers ski in boots far too big for their feet
• ZipFit liners give next level feel and longevity
• Ramp angle and cuff alignment matter more than branding
• Comfort vs precision is a balance that evolves as you improve
• The right liner is often more important than the shell
• Why your first boots should not feel like trainers
💬 Quotes
• The comfort is unbelievable
• Most people have boots too big
• Once you try ZipFit you do not go back
⏱ Chapters
00.00 Intro from Zermatt
02.53 Why boot fitting matters
06.07 3D printed insoles
08.53 Choosing the right shell
12.10 ZipFit and intuition liners
14.58 Flex and ramp angle explained
17.49 Most common boot mistakes
20.52 How preferences evolve
23.46 Closing thoughts
Based on live conversation with Tim at Julen Sport Zermatt.
🔗 Links
🎧 Podcast https://carvecast.podbean.com
🌍 Website https://thecarvecast.com
📺 YouTube https://youtube.com/@TheCarveCast
📩 Email [email protected]
📸 Instagram https://instagram.com/mrthaibox123
🎿 TikTok https://tiktok.com/@mrthaibox
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