Olympic Bootworks is AWESOME! I will never buy boots from anyone else. I had boot problems my entire life until I bought boots, custom foot beds, and custom Zipfit liners from Olympic Bootworks. I love my boots now. Thank you to Buck and the entire team who are amazing. This team really cares about their work and customer satisfaction. They are all very knowledgeable, kind, friendly, and hardworking. They don't pressure you, and they guarantee their which I truly respect! read more

I met Buck over 20 years ago when he owned Java Summit Sport on the road to Sugar Bowl. Back then, it was a ritual for my family. My brother Prescott, my family, and I would stop in for that coffee and hot chocolate machine and whatever gear we needed for the day. What really stayed with us, though, was not just the stop, but Buck and Herschel. They were always friendly, knowledgeable, and genuinely focused on taking care of people. We come from a ski racing background back East, so we have always been particular about fit and performance. You feel it immediately when something is off, and you remember the people who get it right. It has been really rewarding to watch them build Olympic Bootworks over the years and develop things like the Heel-N-Loc footbed. It simply works. You feel more secure, more comfortable, and it has made a noticeable difference not only on the mountain but even in my son's soccer cleats. That level of consistency over this many years is rare. If you want your feet properly supported and your gear dialed in, Buck, Herschel, and the team are the people to see. For me, this place is more than a shop. It is one of those rare places that has been part of my family's journey for a long time, and that means something. read more

Life changing experience ! Went for custom zip fit boots after years of having a narrow foot in too big boots . These guys are the real deal ! read more

These people know their business! Very accommodating, experts who will change your skiing experience! Love these people. Referring to all local friends read more

We weren't sure going in but all 3 of us bought boots from Olympic Bootworks. I am writing a review today because we are thrilled with the boots, and with Olympic Bootworks' commitment to fit. The custom modifications made our boots fit us perfectly. Wearing the proper size, shape, and stiffness of ski boot has been a huge benefit not just in our skiing ability and skiing comfort, but also in safety. Thank you to everyone at Olympic Bootworks! read more

I'm an avid skier and pickleball player. I was having issues with plantar fasciitis, especially if I played pickleball 3 days or more in a row. Olympic bootworks was highly recommended by one of my ski friends. I ended up getting orthotics for both my ski boots and pickleball shoes. What a game changer. My ski boots now felt like I was skiing in slippers. But the best thing was I played 4 straight days of pickleball, then two days of skiing, followed up by 2 more days of pickleball, without my feet bothering me at all. I have been wearing my inserts daily now for the last month and a half and noticed I'm having less hip and back pain as well. Also, the staff was very knowledgeable and easy to deal with. read more

I've been living in Lake Tahoe since 2003. I used to coach at Squaw and I used to coach at Sugar Bowl Academy. I used to wear those black jackets with the red stripe. That said "we care". I've had my boots fitted a few times living in Tahoe over the years. This is by far the best location in my opinion. Great atmosphere great vibes. My boots feel great. Colin Dalmata was my boot technician that day. I've been skiing for awhile now and I can tell when people know what they're talking about. Colin is really good at what he dose. He takes great pride in his work. We talked the whole time. We knew the same people. I believe he grew up racing and I didn't. I was more of a park rat to begin with and became a big mtn/freerider. Everyone working there was crushing it. They had 3 other employees working with the general public. Some people don't like their jobs and it shows. Few of the athletes I coached, used Olympic Bootworks. Loved it. Just go in early or make an appointment is my best advice. They got people coming and going. Comfortable couch to kick it while you wait. I wasn't overcharged. The price was very reasonable. They do a great thing. My boots felt awful when I first tried them on. Now they feel like they were made for me. I apologize for the review. I've been living in Tahoe since 2003. I have seen it changed over the years, moved out here for school and never left. It's a great community filled with great hard working people living in amazing place. While dodging tourists, it's not easy. I highly recommend this spot. It's nice to have a local spot, where you get the full treatment. New boots suck a lot. Colin made the whole process less painful. I might go back to check out the e-bikes. They had a really good price on one that was on sale. All around great experience. My brother lives in the valley. Everyone works really hard to keep that enjoyment level at an all time high. People like Colin and my brother make people want to come back. Thanks Colin. Hope the boss can see this! Have a great winter buddy. My boots feel great! I got the Full Tilts right before K2 took over. Colin knew all about them. That speaks volume for a racer and employee. They are soft but feel great for my type of skiing right now. Just out having fun. read more

Olympic Bootworks - Sammy Carlson Pro Ascendant - Sports Wear Near Me - Squaw Valley, California

I had a fantastic experience here. My only regret is not coming in years ago. I have never had a booted fitting and it should be mandatory for everyone. I feel like I was a solid advanced intermediate but was having trouble getting to the next level. My previous boots didn't feel like they allowed me to control my skies. I knew I needed something better. They fit okay but they were soft. I tried to buy a new pair of boots on Facebook marketplace and spent $175 on them which I totally regret. I skied one run with them and it was excruciating so I took them into Olympic boot works and Rich took care of me. Rich is awesome. He knew pretty quickly it was too small for me so we looked for a new boot. He looked at each boot on me and finally found the right one. If I was on my own I would have picked the Nordica womens boot that was extremely comfortable and beautiful but he said I was blowing it out and too strong for it. He then put me in the Nordica sportsman men's 120 and he said that was the perfect boot for me. I was a little reluctant to be in a men's boot but he certainly seemed like he knew what he was talking about. I also got the custom orthotics they make. I didn't realize when they were being made how expensive they were ($250). If I knew that I might have waited to try the boot without first. I was shocked when I got the bill for 995 for the boots and orthotics, although now I would pay $250 just for the fitting and the followup service. It's also nice knowing they are there for you for the life of the boot. It's worth the price. The next day I skied and I was in pain.. shit. Both my feet fell asleep and the arch support in the custom orthotics was killing me. I was so sad to only get two runs and then I called it a day and went back to the boot shop. They were so kind. Woolfy sanded down the custom insert and the wooden boot insert to make the arch less prevalent and he punched out a few places. I skied again and it felt too tight and my toes fell asleep again. I then went back to the shop in the the morning and worked with Buck who knew exactly what to do after I told him the new issues. I also worked with Bobby in between these days but I don't remember when. She made me feel way at ease about this boot when she told me she rides the same one but a 130 flex. I also called her while I was on the mountain and she remembered me and told me the last modification she would make to the boot which was to shorten the cuff. I didn't end up shortening it yet because I ran out of time and I think I need to ski in it more first. I ended up working with 4 people from the shop all of who are incredible. I was annoyed at myself for how many issues I had but they were patient and reassuring with me. They knew it was the right boot for me and we just had to make it perfect. I finally skiied and it was amazing!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I crushed it. My husband couldn't keep up with me and said I've never looked so good he said. He said I looked way more aggressive and all my moves looked sharp and purposeful. I nailed my turns and I felt like I had total control of my skis. It was well worth the three days of going in and making it right. Buck was right I need to ski in them and pack it out. The higher flex was something I didn't realize I needed. It felt great to ski in them. Thank you Rich, Buck, Bobby and Wolfy. (Sorry if I spelled your names wrong) I sent my brother and dad in as well and they also had a great experience. They both found out their boots are too big. My dad is an expert skier and he's skiing too large of boots. He tried two pairs of socks but that didn't help (obviously). He will be in next month when we come back to get new boots. I spent a lot of time in the shop and I was watching everyone else being helped as well. They were attentive and honest with everyone. Some people left without paying anything and others with just a pair of socks. They were punching out boots that weren't bought there. They also were selling new boots. They aren't giving people stuff they don't need. If they tell you something trust them. Thanks again Olympic bootworks! read more

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It has fundamentally changed my skiing experience - the care and attention is world class. Will always bring boots for a fitting for me and our family. Game Changer! read more

Buying ski boots here is a no-brainer. They charge the same price as an online retailer, and you get an expert boot fitter to meticulously find the right match for you; analyzing your gait, looking at your foot shape and taking into account your skiing style. If you've never been properly fitted for boots before, the answer is yes, it is as good as everyone says it is. Skiing went from feeling like I was piloting a 20 year old minivan to a ferrari. My old boots were two sizes too big, even though they felt fine to me. My control on skis improved dramatically as soon as I got a pair of nordica pro machine 120s. The other thing that's awesome about Olympic is that they have shops in both south tahoe and in olympic valley. They will help you make adjustments free of charge, for life. If you bounce around the different tahoe mountains it is so helpful to be able to pop into their shop and get your boots adjusted right away so you can keep skiing! I had an issue with my outer shell being deformed due to some damage I had inflicted to the boot but Buck took a heat gun and fixed it for me in 15 minutes and I was back on the slopes. Super happy with how well they take care of their customers. read more

I've been skiing for 62 consecutive seasons in the east and the west. I taught skiing and was a member of the National Ski Patrol for 16 years. Olympic Bootworks is the best boot shop I have ever used in 62 years. Buck Brown is knowledgeable, nice and very personable. He only sells quality boots and makes sure that every one of his customers is satisfied with his results. I know that I am very satisfied with the boots and custom fitting of them that I got from Buck. My two sons were also satisfied because they bought custom fitted boots from Buck too. read more

I had an awesome experience here and love my boots. I had bought a pair of Technica Mach1 130 LVs in Canada and the instep was vary painful. I also had a history of packing out liners and loose heel cups. Sam said he would have put me in a Promachine or Lange due to my instep but ultimately was able to help me achieve a perfect fit with my existing boots by grinding and a small amount of punching. I got equipped with ZipFits and the Heel-loc, both of which I highly recommend. There was no upselling 2 I went in wanting better insoles and liners. They also added Booster straps I had from other boots. The outcome was a truly amazing set of boots, far better than anything I have had before. And I was not someone who was buying boots a size too big. I highly recommend this shop to all skiers. read more

Simply the best!!! See Buck and the crew if you want the best boot fitting. It's that simple. read more

Buck took his time in explaining the process to my 12yr old daughter and involving her in the process. Measured foot and review get walking and overall shape of foot to determine best brand. Tried on boots, shell fit and then flexed. Determined she needed different flex and got from his Tahoe City warehouse vs. being sold into the one readily at hand. Good that the shop is across street from mountain in case there are any minor tweaks. This is another benefit...Location, location, location! Also bought new skis from Olympic Valley Bike and Ski for similar reasons and nice these two shops don't compete against each other. read more

I've been skiing over 50 years and had MANY different boots, but the best fit I've evern had was at Olympic. Their knowledge of foot and boot, and how to get the best match between them is second to none in my experience. The staff are true experts in the field, and getting your boots fitted here is the bext investment you can make in your skiing. read more

Finding ski boots that fit you properly is a very hard task, to say the least. I went through a long process of trying many pairs and suffering for years. Here, I learned how boots are supposed fit and work. Custom orthotics and fitting took some time, but worth time and money. Everyone is very patient and helpful. We need Olympic Bootworks at more locations!!! (Eg, Mammoth, please) read more

My wife and I are life-long skiers. We are starting our retirement years, so that give you an idea of how long we have been at it. For most of this time, I have settled on "boots that fit" and not caring much more than that. At the start of the last season, I had the need for new boots. My "cheap" self wanted to go with the same old, same old. But my wife pushed me to go to Olympic BootWorks and give it a try. We happened to be at North Shore that season, so we went to the North Tahoe BootWorks. I totally expected a "sales pitch" to try to put me in the most expensive solution. I couldn't have been more wrong. From the instant I stepped in the place, I got the feeling that I was working with people that had a mission to improve my skiing. I was interviewed, measured, examined. I swear, it was like a thorough doctor's visit where you feel they are really looking after you. They gave me a couple of options to work with and hit the slopes. There was some small discomfort, went back to the shop, they made some adjustments and I have never skied better. By mid-season, I couldn't stop talking about how great things where, my wife decided to buy a pair at the end of the season. I wish I could remember the guys that helped us out back then, but you can't go wrong. They are all great. read more

Honestly, there is a reason these guys have almost all 5 star reviews. They know what they are doing and will get you into the right boot for your foot/build at the same cost as retail. They also make custom liners that will last forever. We made the mistake of going somewhere else for my daughter and would up back here. I will not go anywhere else to get my boots, or a liner. read more

This place is the real deal. You won't find a better boot shop - or a friendlier staff. Ski boots should be purchased from a shop like Olympic and not online. Your feet will thank you. read more

This is the place if you want the best custom boots in the area. Locally owned and amazing customer service throughout the entire staff. Buck the owner, has fitted my extremely pronating (flat) feet into a custom liner and custom orthotic to keep my passion of skiing going strong. I grew up racing and had damage to my feet from years of not being in the right boot. Trust me, it's well worth the time and $ to do it right the first time. I was so happy with the fitment, I had custom orthotics made for my hiking and XC ski boots. These guys know what their doing and will spend the time to make it right. It's a cozy shop and well worth the wait. I highly Recommend making an appointment during the busy season. Lifelong customer for my entire family for sure. read more

Olympic Bootworks - Wife getting her custom orthotic from the main man Buck. - Sports Wear Near Me - Squaw Valley, California

These guys are awesome. I had rolled my ankle a month or two before getting fitted here, so my original fit was a little conservative-- that is, I was put in a pair of boots that was a bit too big. Unfortunately, I didn't realize this until after my first day on the hill. For various travel/schedule reasons that I won't elaborate here, I wasn't able to come back and exchange them and I ended up holding my boots for an entire year until I could see them again. The minute I walked into the store, Jason sees me and goes "hey good to see you, I still have the sticky not right here [*points toward his monitor* ]. Let's get you in a pair that fits!" He'd kept the note from our phone call for a full 13 months, and no-questions got me in a great pair of boots that fit perfectly. Class act, great gear. read more

I have been snowboarding for 20 years and recently decided to switch to skiing. Olympic was referred to me by a friend in the area and I will tell you what, best customer service experience I can possibly think of. The owner, Buck, was not pushy, very honest, and genuinely wanted me to get in the perfect boot for me. I will be buying boots here for the rest of my life. These guys are dialed. Thank you Olympic bootworks! read more

Olympic Bootworks - My new boots - Sports Wear Near Me - Squaw Valley, California

These guys get it. Custom boot fitting, orthotics that immediately feel right, friendly experts, warm welcome. Wouldn't go anywhere else. Ask for Rich or Buck. read more

The service at this shop is amazing. My husband had bought ski boots at Sports Basement, and after a painful day of skiing, he had enough. We stopped by Olympic Bootworks at the end of that same day and it turned out it was the wrong boot for his foot. Buck fitted him into a new pair with custom liners, all ready to be picked up by 8am the next morning. It made a world of difference! He returned several times later as well to get some adjustments, and every single time the crew was very attentive and addressed his needs. No matter how many times you return, they continue to work on your boots until you're happy with them. The place itself is tiny and often crowded. They have free coffee / soft drinks / beer while you wait. The mood is very relaxed. read more

If you are serious about skiing, this is the place to go for boots. They take you, and bootfitting, seriously but not themselves (the comments about a free beer while you wait are all true.) I had struggled with boots for the last 3 years. The more serious I got about skiing, the more obvious it became that my boots were holding me back. I had struggled with boots that were too long, then boots that were too wide in spots. I found Olympic Bootworks out of desperation one day when my boots lost a crucial screw because they had been over-molded in a desperate attempt by my then-bootfitter to make them fit my feet. Bobbi is a patient saint. She worked with me as we slowly tried to find the best liner and boot for my foot. I was definitely not easy to fit, but Bobbi (and Buck) worked with me until we found something that worked. read more

Attentive and patient service, even when crowded on the weekends. I came in on a Saturday afternoon and Rich helped me find a great pair of low volume Technica boots that suited my feet as well as my skiing goals. I also got new bindings and custom Heel-Loc orthotics to put in the boots, which Rich took tremendous care to get the fit right. By Sunday morning, the orthotics and bindings were ready to go, and WOW - the orthotics are incredible. My first day out with them was dramatically better than any other boot I've worn in the last 10 years. Bottom line is - Olympic Bootworks will take care of you. read more

February 2023 - Hands down the best boot fitter in the US. Buck and his whole team are wonderful. We came specifically for my husband to get boots this year since he's demo'd boots for the last 5-6 years and has always had problems with his feet. They worked with him 2-3 different days and ended up upsizing his boot since his foot is so wide. The whole team was patient and attentive with every time we stopped by this week. I even had my boots adjusted a couple of times, then I found out I really needed new boots since my boots of 3 years I got at another shop were too soft & made for beginners, whereas I have been an intermediate skier for the last 3 years & my boots ended up being too wide for my feet & felt like I was swimming in them. The first day I went out in my new boots, they hurt me so bad, but I have horrible flat feet and they were banging my bones in the wrong places when turning. Went back to the shop and had them adjusted and punched out where those bones were banging, went back out to ski again right after & they ended up being perfect & no pain! Thank you so much to Wolfie for helping me out with my boots my last day in Tahoe! And thanks to the rest of Buck's team who are all amazing and helped us out this week - Sam, Colin, Rich, & Bobby! I will continue to recommend Olympic Bootworks to all of my friends & family for all their ski boot needs. read more

This is the ONLY place to go for professional boot fitting. What an amazing group of knowledgeable, skilled and compassionate professionals. We showed up when my husband needed new boots pronto ; first day out he said they felt amazing. Game changer. My turn next! This will be my first stop when we return to the mountain for our next ski weekend. read more

This is by far the best boot fit in Squaw Valley. Great coffee while you get fitted. Butch and Andy are really good guys. I needed a small adjustment on my new Lang Rx, they did it in 15 and I hung out a watched a bit of the 49ers game. BTW it is snowing big time at squaw. Ride away R. Postell Insurance. read more

Olympic Bootworks - Sports Wear Near Me - Squaw Valley, California

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I visited Olympic in South Lake during my annual family ski trip. My new boots were too tight in the fore foot, and they were also irritating my ankle bones. The guy at Olympic informed me that I'd been sold the wrong boots; he said that this brand runs too narrow for my feet, and that they are a size too large. I told him that I was ok paying to have them worked on so that I'd be able to enjoy my family vacation. He refused to help me, and said that I'd need to return them and get different boots (in the middle of my once a year ski trip). He also very clearly said it is not possible to increase the width of the forefoot, and refused to punch the ankle areas on principle. Not only was the guy condescending and unhelpful, he was clearly wrong about being able to widen the forefoot. I took the boots to a competent boot fitter in Truckee, who was able to punch both forefoot and ankle. This made the boots very tolerable though not quite perfect. Few weeks later they fitted a thicker liner which has made these the most comfortable ski boots I've owned. I absolutely cannot recommend Olympic Bootworks; other staff that work there might be great, but my experience was terrible. read more

I'd driven by this shop for years but never visited in fear of high Squaw Valley prices. Turns out that fear was totally unfounded, and I'm so glad I went in! If there is ever a model boot shop owner to aspire towards, Buck is it. He is exceptionally knowledgeable, shows immense respect for both his customers and staff, and has mastered the art of tending to clients personally during busy fitting sessions while making everyone feel heard and attended to. Not to mention, he knows his stuff, has a great reputation, and is willing to offer equally great deals. If you're even curious about buying or altering your boots, pay them a visit! read more

The crew here is awesome. My feet have never felt so good. Got Foot beds for my boots and shoes, they are so good. My back even feels better. Thanks for keeping me out there guys read more

Background: Ski boots on my feet were potentially the 5th level of hell. While working with a local ski shop in the South Bay Area, I thought I had settled on some boots that would work. I eventually winced my way through 2 ski trips over the last 2 years (while stopping at random ski shops through the trip, hoping for a cure) and decided that enough was enough. This past summer, I decided to start budgeting for a new boot / insole / liner setup. I did my research and found incredible things to be said about Olympic Bootworks. Fast forward to this winter: While living in the Bay Area, it's hard to get up to Tahoe to have a good feedback loop for well fitted boots. I ended up using the three of my allotted Mountain Collective days for day trips up to Squaw and a visit to Olympic Bootworks. The first day, I brought in a pair of new boots in which I thought would be a better fit than my "old" ones. While stupidly forgetting to bring my "old" pair, and bringing in my "new" pair, Jason spoke to me in an expertise that nobody had yet to have. He was able to accurately describe the pains I was having, while just assessing my foot / ankle, and knowing nothing more. He told me to return the "new" boots, come back with the "old" ones, and get settled on molding the HeelLoc insole then. A week later, I was back up in Squaw on another day trip and dropped in with my old boots at opening. The crew there got me setup on a ZipFit liner (old one was packed out), and had it heat molded, while the insoles were trimmed to fit. This took a long time as they were busy in there but I made it onto the hill around 1PM (some of the time was also getting setup on some new skis...oops). After skiing from 1PM to the end of the day, my feet were actually killing me! I was really really bummed and had hoped for so much more. I headed straight into Olympic Bootworks after the chairs were done spinning and it was even more slammed! However, I queued up, grabbed a complimentary beer, plopped on the couch, and waited my turn. They acknowledged my return (thanks guys!), and started to get to work on my boots again. After having another tough time in discussing what I was feeling, Buck and his crew patiently listened, and assured me they would figure it out. A grind here, and a sole spacer there, and it was already past their closing time! While the shop was getting wrapped up to close, Buck and his team were still incredibly hospitable to my needs, but I would have to leave back to the Bay Area, and come back up again later to see if it worked. 3 weeks later, I was finally able to get another day trip scheduled to Tahoe. A good 24" accumulation over the last 2 nights, and the skiing was looking to be promising. I got up on the hill and with the first 2 runs, my feet were achy. While being bummed again, I decided to be patient with the boots and see if they'd settle in a bit. I would unbuckle for the first 3 runs of the day while on the lifts / lines, but as the run and the day progressed, I'd end up tightening the boots more and more and never unbuckle them! Finally, in the clear! Fast forward to today, and I just wrapped up a great 9 day ski trip through Jackson and SLC, and happily would love to report that my feet feel fantastic. I cannot believe that my feet feel the way they do now, and I'm happier than ever about how skiing feels, and the lack of feet pain I have now! I even had them buckled, and on for over 9 hours while taking bus shuttles, in bound hikes, and some post-ski beverages (no longer masochistic!). I cannot thank the team enough for their time, work, and effort. Buck and his team are so considerate of every individual, and incredibly competent and knowledgeable. I know exactly where I'll be going when it's time again for anything ski boot related! Well worth the drive, time, and cost to get dialed in! Thank you guys! read more

THE best bootfitter in Lake Tahoe! They fixed my wife's challenging feet after 3 other bootfitters failed. I bought a new pair of Lange boots and Bobbie nailed the fitting perfectly! Buck and the whole crew run a First-Class operation with a customer-first service focus. read more

Hurschel Walker is the best boot man in Tahoe. I came in expressing my love for my old boots he gave me every option possible then said. You know what let me work on your soul insert to start low that way we can see if we can fix this before just throwing these out. He took my old sole cut it down to fit my sleeve and I had an awesome day of skiing. They are not in the business to up sell you, they are there to make your skiing experience the best it can be without throwing out the old just to sell high. This is definitely my new comfortable home ski shop. I'm looking forward to coming back for any new alterations or new boots. Thanks Hurschel. read more

This ski boot shop is simply amazing. After spending an entire day not fitting any ski boots (both at a rental shop + commercial boot shops in the village near my ski cabin) I stumbled into Olympic Bootworks. The first pair of boots Buck brought out fit beautifully. He was friendly, thoughtful and found me a great pair of ski boots. Also, the prices are competitive with other retail and online shops. Thank you Buck & team. I will be back, and I will bring friends & family! read more

I will start by saying that I have difficult feet. After being in pain for years, I decided to check out Olympic Bootworks. I ended up buying a new pair of ski boots, custom footbeds, and some socks. Basically, due to my tough anatomy, I had to switch to a different set of boots after the shop had made a number of adjustments to the ones I had just bought. I was worried that they would charge me for another pair of ski boots, but they happily switched me without mention of paying more. They also adjusted my custom footbeds accordingly. Bobby, Jason, Wolfie, and Buck worked really hard to identify and solve my problems. The shop also makes orthotics for regular shoes. I am definitely planning on investing in these as a way of working to correct my flat feet. Excellent customer service is the reason I came here in the first place, and the reason I will not go elsewhere. P.S. I love the way the shop is set up, and that includes the posters read more

After spending the past few ski trips in boots that made it impossible to ski all day with my kids because of the excruciating foot pain , I decided to stop in and see what Olympic Bootworks could do for me. After creating custom foot beds and getting my boots punched out in a few problem areas, I was finally able to spend the entire day enjoying the slopes with my kids. A big thank you to both Buck and Bobby for everything! read more

The team at Olympic Bootworks (OBW) changed my skiing life. I have always loved skiing, especially growing up as a ski racer, but my boots have always been an issue. Plain and simple, they hurt. I just bought a new high-end pair of Nordica ski boots and they have been killing my feet since I first wore them on the slopes, especially in terms of cramping which is super-difficult to address while you're in the ski boots. So while staying at Squaw I was recommended to go to OBW to see if they could do anything for me. This is when my skiing life changed :) They fit me with a new pair of custom orthotics, developed by OBW owner, Buck, with an ingenious patent-pending process that better addresses the foot's dynamics. Herschel fit me with the orthotics and he was so professional and caring. Then I was fitted with custom ZipFit boot liners. Bobbi, another one of their pros, took such care in making sure the liners, during the multi-step process of heating them and then having me walk around in them while in the outer ski boot shell, adhered to the shape of my foot, ankle and calf. After I mentioned that the top of my foot still felt pressure when the liners were in the shell she reflected on her own experience and changed the lacing of the liner straps to reduce that pressure. It worked. I don't want to sound over-zealous, but it is difficult to express how my skiing has improved, both technically and comfort-wise. I feel so confident, more than I have in years...decades? Is it cheap? Nope. Is it worth every penny? Yup. For those of us who ski we know this is not an inexpensive sport. So to improve the experience like OBW has provided is most definitely money well-spent. Yelp reviews often come in two categories: 1 extremely negative because of a bad experience, or 2. extremely positive because you want to share with 'the world' something they should know about. OBW lands in the category of something you should know about. Kudos to Buck and his team of pros, Herschel and Bobbi, although there are more experts on staff but those are the pros I was fortunate enough to work with. P.S. I wish a review like this garnered some sort of discount. It has not. read more

Chris was an absolute legend. I had previously purchased boots somewhere else that kept hurting my feet, and he helped me adjust my boots numerous times. Eventually we decided my feet were too narrow and pronated for the boots I had, so he helped get me fitted with a new pair of boots and custom, supportive insoles. The next day, as I'm about to start skiing, Chris calls me up and tells me that he realized he fit me in the wrong boots, so he comes to pick me up from the mountain, has me try on new boots, and helps get me fitted in the perfect pair, then drives me back to the mountain!! Truly the best service I've ever had. Can't recommend Olympic Bootworks and Chris more highly. read more