Telemark Gear Consultation
Get the Right Telemark Setup — With Confidence
Direct, one-on-one guidance from 30+ years exclusively on Telemark gear.
If you’re unsure about boots, bindings, skis, or overall setup — or you want a trusted second opinion before spending real money — this consultation gives you clear, experience-based answers without guesswork.
Consultation Options
🟦 30-Minute Consultation — $95
A focused session for one or two specific questions.
Best if you already know what you’re deciding between and want confirmation before moving forward.
🟩 60-Minute Deep Dive — $165 (Recommended)
The primary offering.
Best for:
- Full gear setup reviews
- Boot + binding compatibility
- Technique issues tied to equipment
- Progression planning (resort → backcountry, leather → plastic)
- Historical or archive-based questions
- “I want your opinion before I buy or change something”
🟨 Asynchronous Setup Review — $95–$125
Prefer not to schedule a call?
Submit photos, measurements, and questions. I’ll review everything and respond thoughtfully, on my schedule.
- No calendar pressure
- High-detail feedback
- Ideal for second opinions and setup checks
Why Book a Consultation?
Telemark gear decisions compound.
Boot flex, bellows feel, binding activity, ski length, and mounting position all work together — and small mismatches can quietly hold your skiing back or send you down an expensive path you didn’t need to take.
This consultation exists to help you choose correctly, move forward confidently, and protect your long-term progression.
Preserve | Protect | Promote
— the gear, the turn, and your skiing longevity.
What You Get
✔ Personalized, Experience-Based Advice
Your skiing style, terrain, ability, stance, foot shape, and goals all matter. This is not generic fit guidance.
✔ Honest Recommendations — Even Beyond What I Sell
If the right solution isn’t something I carry, I’ll still tell you.
✔ Prepared Sessions
After booking, text what you want to cover so I can prep ahead of time.
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How It Works
1️⃣ Book your consultation
2️⃣ Text details so I can prep
3️⃣ Join the call or submit your review
4️⃣ Leave with clarity and confidence
No pressure. No upsell script.
Who This Is For
- First-time Telemark skiers building a smart setup
- Alpine skiers switching to freeheel
- Backcountry skiers refining boot + binding systems
- Skiers who want to avoid costly mistakes
- Anyone wanting an experienced second opinion
Whether you ski 5 days a year or 50, the right setup makes every turn better.
Reviews
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Jordan H.
“I regret not doing this sooner — I would’ve saved money and frustration.”
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Britt A.
“The best money I’ve spent in a while. Josh’s knowledge is invaluable.”
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Craig P.
“Extremely helpful for understanding the move from resort to backcountry telemark.”
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Kevin J.
“Thoughtful, clear, and spot-on advice. Well worth it.”
FAQ
What can we cover?
Anything Telemark-related:
- Boots, bindings, skis, sizing, mounting
- Touring vs resort setups
- Technique issues tied to equipment
- Youth programs and community initiatives
If it helps you ski better or supports Telemark culture, we can talk about it.
Is the consultation refundable?
No. All consultations are final sale and scheduled intentionally.
What if I need help with gear you don’t sell?
You’ll still get honest, researched recommendations.
What do you need before the call?
A quick text summary so we make the most of the time.
About Josh
I’ve been Telemark skiing since the early 1990s and working in the industry for over two decades — as an athlete, shop owner, filmer, writer, and gear specialist.
Through Freeheel Life, the Freeheel Life Shop, and the Freeheel Life Podcast, I’ve helped skiers at every level make smarter decisions about boots, bindings, and skis.
This consultation gives you direct access to that experience.
Ready to Move Forward With Confidence?
Book Your Consultation →
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Preserve | Protect | Promote
30+ years on Telemark gear — and still learning every season.