Help: Classical binding lift

Perhaps someone has been in the same predicament. My left leg is
shorter than my right leg by 2.5 cm (1" exactly). I've been getting
modified footwear all my life, usually w/o problems. In the very rare
cases when footwear can not be modified, I insert either 1.25 cm or 2
cm lift into the left shoe.

I've been getting into classical nordic skiing lately. For now I rent
the equipment (and use the insert), but I'm considering getting my
own. I've talked with my pedorthist (the guy who makes my orthotics
and modifies shoes) and he said ski boots are nearly impossible to
modify. He also mentioned that usually the ski itself is modified by
inserting material between the board and the binding. Unfortunately,
he does not do it. (Btw, the pedorthist is Paul Richelson of
Plymouth, NH -- maybe some of you met him)

So my question is, what material can one put between the board and the
binding that would not deform too much over time, and have the
reasonably small effect on the flex of the ski? (Som effect is
tolerable, as I am strictly recreational skier, not competing or
anything) I am looking for thinkness of 1.25 cm minimum -- and 2 cm
would be great. One of the ski shop guys mentioned Teflon... What
does everyone think? Is doing this even possible? Is there anyone
with the same problem? If so, what material did you use? I
appreciate any help.

Boulat Bash

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So my question is, what material can one put between the board and the
binding that would not deform too much over time, and have the
reasonably small effect on the flex of the ski? (Som effect is
tolerable, as I am strictly recreational skier, not competing or
anything) I am looking for thinkness of 1.25 cm minimum -- and 2 cm
would be great. One of the ski shop guys mentioned Teflon... What
does everyone think? Is doing this even possible? Is there anyone
with the same problem? If so, what material did you use? I
appreciate any help.

Boulat Bash

Rottefella race bindings are available with shims now. You could try
to stack a few to achieve the desired height. Salomons used to come
with them way back when, maybe your shop has a stash somewhere. When
shop guys mention "teflon" they are usually referring to any solid
plastic sheet. Many good results have been had by using an inexpensive
cutting board of the aproximate thickness needed. Just cut to shape
with a saw and place between the binding and ski. Pre-drill the holes
to match your bindings. Be sure to get appropiate length screws. You
can bond the shim to the ski or binding with Barge cement( a very
strong contact cement). Drilling the shim's back hole in an oval shape
will allow the ski to flex more normally. Hope this helps.