realskiers

Svend:

it's an interesting topic.  3mm of plastic shim under my heels made a world of difference in my balance, and getting me out of the back seat.  Now I just have to leverage that with technique and body angles.

Jim

You're right, this is an interesting topic.  In this sport, I'm repeatedly astounded at how much difference a seemingly miniscule measure can make on performance and comfort.  A couple of millimeters here, one or two degrees there, and a ski or a boot can feel totally different, for better or worse. 

Re. your heel shims, interesting that you should have experienced the opposite of what was stated below.  Some people obviously get their hips shifted forward when adding toe shims; others need heel shims to get the same effect.  I guess there is no universal rule here.  Every body is unique....