Craig will be available again starting May 4th 2021. Please refer to our other available run services, or email corey@gearwest.com with any questions.
Craig is at Gear West most Tuesdays from 5:00pm-6:00pm
Call Gear West 952-473-0377 to reserve a 20 minute session.
Craig is a physical therapist with Twin Cities Orthopedics that specializes in running and skiing. He works with all joints in the body, both surgical and non-surgical, with a special interest in runners and nordic skiers. He focuses on manual therapy as well as therapeutic exercises to help reduce pain and restore function. Craig has a high school coaching background and a history of division one collegiate racing in running and cross-country skiing. He currently coaches for the Minnesota Youth Ski League.
The goal of the physical therapist consultation is to help skiers and runners identify aspects of their technique that may be contributing to pain and injuries associated with exercise. The physical therapist will perform a comprehensive musculoskeletal evaluation that includes:
Running & Walking: (Available Tuesdays 5:00pm - 6:00pm, $20)
- Postural assessment
- Manual muscle testing
- Flexibility testing
- Functional movement screening
- Biomechanical analysis
- Instruction in running-specific exercises
- Kinesio and McConnel taping
Craig will then work closely with our footwear experts to put you into the correct shoe for you running style.
Skiing: (Available Tuesdays 5:00pm - 6:00pm, $20)
- Postural assessment
- Manual muscle testing
- Flexibility testing
- Functional movement screening
- Biomechanical analysis
- On-snow video(or roller ski) analysis of ski technique using Dartfish video technology
The therapist will then customize a Nordic ski specific plan to improve performance and reduce the risk of injury. This may include:
- Ski specific strengthening and stretching exercises
- Corrections of faulty ski mechanics
- Corrections of postural impairments
- Manual therapy to address joint and soft tissue restrictions
Gear West ships purchases using UPS, FedEx, and USPS. We make every effort to get your order out as quickly as possible. Some products including skis may take longer to process depending on the shop services required. We do not offer deferred shipping options.
U.S. Shipping Options
UPS Ground (3-7 day delivery)
$10.00 Flat Rate!
Excludes All Oversize Items* and shipping to Hawaii, Alaska or Canada
*Oversize packages incur and additional charge (see below for more info on oversize packages).
Hawaii and Alaska Residents
Use USPS Priority Shipping which may include an additional charge.
USPS Priority Post (3-5 day delivery)
Flat Rate = $10.00
Expedited (3 day delivery excludes weekends and holidays)
Flat Rate = $25.00
2nd Day ( 2 Business Days excludes weekend and holidays)
Flat Rate = $50
Overnight (next day air delivery excludes weekends & holidays)
Flat Rate = $70.00
Canadian Shipping Options
USPS Priority Mail (up to 10 business days. Certain items restricted*)
UPS Ground will be used for classic skis over 197 cm
Flat Rate = $35 (An additional Brokerage Fee can be up to $20 or more depending on shipment size. Multiple boxes incur higher brokerage fees. Brokerage fees are the responsibility of the receiver and are non-negotiable.)
Additional charges will be added for shipping of oversize items
*Restricted USPS Priority Items Include: classic skis beyond 197 cm, wax remover, wax tables
Canadian Duties and Taxes are the responsibility of the recipient.
Additional shipping charges may be needed for heavy items.
Questions about Shipping?
If you have any questions about shipping your purchase please feel free to contact us: mailorder@gearwest.com Local: 952-473-0377 Toll Free: 877-473-4327
UPS ESTIMATED DELIVERY TIMES
Gear West
NO HASSLE RETURNS!
We want you to be happy with your purchase from Gear West, and if for any reason you need to return or exchange an item we want to make it as easy as possible for you to do so.
RETURN/REFUND POLICY
- Items must be returned within 30 days of purchase. Store credit may be given after 30 days.
- Items must be in new and unused condition and must be returned with all original packaging.
- Clothing items (shoes, boots, and apparel) must be clean and unworn with all original hang tags still attached.
- Partial store credit may be issued if product is returned in used condition or if not returned with original packaging.
- Returns of mounted skis will be charged a 25% restocking fee. Service (mounting, grinds, hotboxes, etc.) will not be refunded.
- If you have any questions please call us toll free at 1 (877) 473-GEAR (4327).
- Gear West does not issue shipping labels or credit shipping costs.
HOW TO RETURN/EXCHANGE AN ITEM
- Pack returned items with original packaging and ship via UPS, Fedex, or USPS insured mail, and include Attn: Returns on the label (see more below)
- If your purchased was completed using a gearwest.com account, you can sign into your account and request a return or exchange. You will be asked to provide an explanation for your return.
- If you made your purchase over the phone or as a guest, please return the item with the receipt, and give a brief explanation for your return and if you are requesting a refund or exchange.
- Return to the address below with your return address shown on the outside of the package:
Gear West
Attn: Returns
1786 W Wayzata Blvd Suite B
Long Lake, MN 55356
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Toll Free: 877-473-GEAR (4327)
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How Price Matches are Handled:
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Exclusions:
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