Telemark Education Module

TELEMARK SKI MODULE

LEARN ABOUT SCARPA'S TELEMARK LINE AND COMPLETE A QUIZ TO QUALIFY FOR EMPLOYEE DISCOUNTS

FREE YOUR HEEL

It used to be for stability – dropping one knee provided better fore and aft stability than the parallel position, then as the equipment progressed it became a statement. The tele turn is inherently playful: bouncy, variable and fluid and with any luck; full of face shots. Ask anyone who telemark skis and they will tell you “the face shot is almost an endangered species and the telemark turn is your ticket to going deeper”. For those who want to go deeper and make a statement SCARPA telemark boots are the best you can buy.

TELEMARK BOOTS BINDING COMPATIBILITY

Telemark boots are broken into 3 distinct families based on the type of binding the boot uses.

75MM

The original telemark binding system, featuring boots with a “duckbill” shaped toe (75mm wide at the front edge) that slides into the binding toe bail, combined with a tensioned cable wrapping around the heel for retention and power. Some also feature 3 pins that interface with the rubber sole, hence the older references to Pinheads or 3 Pin bindings.

NTN OR "NEW TELEMARK NORM"

Newer system using boots that do not have the duckbill shaped toe, but instead a rounded lip that interfaces with the metal toe bail of the NTN binding. NTN boots use a plastic lip under the middle of the sole called the “2nd Heel” that pulls the boot forward into the binding.

TELE TECH

The newest tele binding system, the tele tech system features tech/pin interface at the toe paired with either a tensioned heel cable or an underfoot interface with the 2nd heel of the boot.

TELEMARK BOOTS BINDING COMPATIBILITY

scarpa 75mm boots

The T1 is a high-performance boot that combines powerful downhill capabilities with classic telemark functionality, the T1 is our stiffest and most supportive traditional tele boot for the diehard freeheeler.

The men’s and Women’s T2 Eco models are our most classic and versatile telemark boots that have seen more days of touring than any other on the planet, the T2 Ecos are a traditional boot with modern features for responsive performance on the up and the down.

The T4 is the go-to choice for old-schoolers and entry-level telemark skiers. A simple, reliable and comfortable boot for low-angle touring and smooth skiing performance.

scarpa ntn boots

The TX Comp is our stiffest and most powerful Telemark boot that packs all the features of our Freeride series in an NTN-compatible configuration, the TX Comp is the ultimate hard-charging freeheel boot for big lines and steep, committing terrain.

scarpa ntn/tele tech boots

The TX Pro Men’s and Women’s boots are our go-anywhere NTN/Tele Tech compatible boots that features the freeride features and performance of our TX Comp in a slightly more flexible and versatile construction, the TX Pro eats up big tours, deep snow, and day after day of powerful tele turns.

TOP TELEMARK FEATURES

POWER BLOCK TOUR

A game-changer that set the standard for ski/ walk mechanisms. In ski mode, it offers the best rigidity of a fixed-cuff boot, while allowing you to customize the angle of the front cuff without sacrificing downhill performance. In walk mode, it gives additional comfort and mobility when touring

TORSION CONTROL

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The original T-Race torsion bars have been redesigned into an “integrated torsion frame” that connects all the components of the shell through a BI-injected, dual density structure that extends from the boot toe to the top of the cuff.

WARM/MOLDABLE LINERS

The completely moldable Intuition® Speed Pro G liner keeps you warm. This liner partnered with a 102mm last provides the right combination of both comfort and warmth.

ASYMMETRICAL BELLOWS

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The Asymmetrical Bellows allow the boot to flex in a pattern that mirrors the shape of you foot, creating a more natural flex and energy transfer.

PERFORMANCE EVERY STEP OF THE WAY

With over 25 years of experience in telemark ski boots SCARPA has set the industry standard that free heelers love. So whether you ski the innovative NTN binding system, step into a traditional 75mm binding, or shave weight with a Tele Tech system you will always find the same comfortable fit, powerful energy transmission, and Italian quality you have come to expect when dropping your knee.

TELEMARK TECH, AT A GLANCE

VIBRAM®

Vibram® is the world leader in high performance rubber soles, always produced with three objectives: to guarantee the best performance, provide the maximum level of comfort and to maintain quality over time. Vibram® outsoles featuring Mont rubber compound are optimized for mountaineering activities. Vibram® Mont compound was specifically developed to provide the highest reliability in the most difficult terrain at lower temperatures, and has been tested to verify performance on the highest peaks in the world.

INTUITION® LINERS

Intuition liners are the gold standard for lightweight, warm, thermo-formable ski boot liners. SCARPA is the long time, exclusive partner of Intuition in the alpine touring and telemark categories, bring you the ultimate in backcountry performance, fit and comfort. Intuition liners feature multi-density layups of closed-cell foam that is thermally moldable, allowing you to customize a perfect fit and enjoy the ultimate in comfort, durability and warmth in the backcountry.

PEBAX®

Arkema specializes in high-performance polymers, including Pebax and Pebax RNew. The T1 and T2 Eco men’s and women’s are made of PEBEX RENEW a bio-based elastomer made from caster beans. Pebax polymers are lighter weight than PU and perform more consistently in cold temperatures.

Pebax® RNew improves athletic performance while lowering the environmental impact on the planet.

TELEMARK SKI MODULE

FREE YOUR HEEL

TELEMARK BOOTS BINDING COMPATIBILITY

TELEMARK BOOTS BINDING COMPATIBILITY

TOP TELEMARK FEATURES

PERFORMANCE EVERY STEP OF THE WAY

TELEMARK TECH, AT A GLANCE

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