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Boot fitters in Bozeman?

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MontanaMuggin
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I went to chalet to get fit for a new boot a season ago and the guy just kinda took my size and picked a red boot because it matches my ski. He did the flex test and the shell test. But now that I think of it, I don't think he was a certified boot fitter. Does roundhouse have boot fitters? Basically I'm asking if round house and chalet have fitters and which shop is more reliable in the boot game
Feb 9 2014 10:49AM
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Mt_Baker_Man
Posts: 2012 - Karma: 105
I have never had a satisfactory boot fitting in bozeman, and I have done it at basically every shop. No one looked at my stance, talked about canting, or my high arch. Most of them would do a shell fit, and some of them knew how to do a punch or grind.

Andrew at Grizzly Outfitters up at Big Sky is close, but even those guys up there are kinda mediocre. If you truly want good bootfitting around SW Montana you have to go to Jackson Hole and see Stephen Mcdonald.
Feb 10 2014 12:56PM
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MontanaMuggin
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Fuck. Jackson hole is what it takes? Damn. Bummer
Feb 10 2014 8:00PM
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MontanaMuggin
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What shop is Stephan McDonald in? Would it be possible to contact a boot fitter on here over FaceTime and could he give me some advice?
Feb 10 2014 10:30PM
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Mt_Baker_Man
Posts: 2012 - Karma: 105
Stephen Mcdonald works in the ski shop that is on mountain, here is his website. http://thepedorthist.blogspot.com/

As for facetiming a bootfitter, it won't work. You have to get very up close and personal to get a good fitting. Its a very hands on and complicated process when done right.
Feb 11 2014 12:58AM
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Mt_Baker_Man
Posts: 2012 - Karma: 105
Stephen Mcdonald works in the ski shop that is on mountain, here is his website. http://thepedorthist.blogspot.com/

As for facetiming a bootfitter, it won't work. You have to get very up close and personal to get a good fitting. Its a very hands on and complicated process when done right.
Feb 11 2014 12:59AM
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Mt_Baker_Man
Posts: 2012 - Karma: 105
Stephen Mcdonald works in the ski shop that is on mountain, here is his website. http://thepedorthist.blogspot.com/

As for facetiming a bootfitter, it won't work. You have to get very up close and personal to get a good fitting. Its a very hands on and complicated process when done right.
Feb 11 2014 1:00AM
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Mt_Baker_Man
Posts: 2012 - Karma: 105
oops. My internet acted up.
Feb 11 2014 1:58AM
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griz_lee
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My buddy Myles just started working at the round house. he is boot fit certified and worked as a boot fitter for several seasons. im not going to say he is the best and can automaticaly fix your problems but he will listen and help you work things out.
Feb 22 2014 8:57PM
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MontanaMuggin
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Does he have a new schoolers? I have some questions. Thank you!
Feb 22 2014 8:59PM
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Bozite
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Kevin at P.H.D. Skis has always treated me well. The best fitting pair of boots that I have ever had i got from him and were fitted by him. If you can go and talk to him
Feb 23 2014 7:54PM
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griz_lee
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He does not. but if you just have questions i have worked as a boot fitter and i might be able to help.
Feb 27 2014 12:43PM
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MontanaMuggin
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I've got questions about what round house is ordering next year, the skis. Thanks though!
Feb 27 2014 6:18PM
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