Mount Hood, Oregon July Turns!

Fiona Orel

Hi! I have been skiing since before I was able to walk! Skiing was a family affair for us, my Mom was a world cup ski racer and my Dad all 6 foot 6 inches of him was the expert tailgating chef! When I was just over 3 years old he would place me on top of his shoulders and ski down the mountain! Me holding on to the top of his head with delight! The mountains are truly my very happy place! I am a trained professional chef and have had a very successful career in the restaurant industry that often took me away from the slopes. Now that I am I older (and wiser) I have returned to my outdoor passion & ski at least once every month of the year. Winter months I average 4 to 5 days a week on the mountain. I am a certified PSIA ski instructor and a Senior specialist. I love to teach skiing to all ages, I have so much fun helping people learn how to ski or improve upon their current skiing abilities. My passion is to share with others exactly why skiing and being in the mountains is a lifestyle of the purest JOY! Off season you will find me hiking with my skis on my pack to remote patches of snow in the mountains of the PNW and touring whenever I have a chance. I hope that I can create your perfect set up!

I am grateful for the opportunity to share with you the wonder of the world of winter sports!

119 reviews averaging 5.0 stars

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CategorySki Expert

Customers helped1,216

Current locationSeattle, Washington

Favorite terrainPowder

Favorite brandsBlizzard, Marker

Favorite snow gearMy Skis!! My Skins!

Favorite drinkLove Cider!

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Expert: Fiona Orel

Reviewer: Ana

Thank you Fiona!

Since moving to Colorado, I have been itching to upgrade my narrow East Coast skis for a pair that were better suited for the conditions here and that I could ride all over the mountain. I've also gotten into uphilling recently. Fiona asked great questions and took the time to learn about me so she could match my needs to the right setup. I ended up with a setup that can take me uphill and downhill. Next step: AT boots :)

Verified Review | Submitted on Mar 21, 2024

Purchased

Black Crows Camox Birdie Skis · Women's · 2024 · 162 cm

$559.97was $799.95

30% off

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Armada N Shift MNC 10 Ski Bindings · 2024

$439.96was $549.95

20% off

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Reviewer: Joanne

Excellent ski expert

Fiona was able to pull together items that I never would have thought of on my own. There are so many ski items on the internet, and she was able to focus in on items that will allow me to grow as a skier. She answered my questions late at night and in the morning. Thank you for all your help!!

Verified Review | Submitted on Mar 14, 2024

Purchased

Blizzard Black Pearl 82 Skis · Women's · 2024 · 159 cm

$454.97was $649.95

30% off

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Dalbello Veloce 75 W GW Ski Boots · Women's · 2024 · 26.5

$239.97was $399.95

40% off

Purchased

K2 Style Aluminum Ski Poles · Women's · 2025

$49.95

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Reviewer: Jess

Fiona was fantastic!!

Fiona was extremely approachable and helpful throughout the entire process - asking great questions to get to know me and what I was looking for from Curated. She was also unbelievably responsive with every question and concern I had and even when I found a lower price on another website helped process and approve a price match in minutes. I never felt pressure to commit to anything but felt like Fiona was truly there to help and provide her expertise. Thank you Fiona!!!

Verified Review | Submitted on Jan 30, 2024

Purchased

Rossignol Experience W 76 Skis + Xpress W 10 GW Bindings · Women's · 2025 · 152 cm

$449.95

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Reviewer: Phil

Fast and Knowledgeable

This was my first experience with Curated. Within 5 minutes we drilled down to the products that would best suit me, and 10 minutes after that I had a video from Fiona explaining to me each product she found. I was skeptical about needing someone else to online shop, but Fiona found a brand I never heard of, but was exactly in my product profile. I made the purchase right then. Thanks, Fiona!

Verified Review | Submitted on Jan 21, 2024

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Flylow Men's Malone 3L Jacket

$229.93was $399.95

43% off

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Flylow Men's Firebird Bib Pants

$186.93was $329.95

43% off

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Roxy Women's Stated Jacket

$169.93was $279.95

39% off

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Reviewer: Kelly S

Fiona is great!

Fiona asked lots of questions to make sure she was giving me recommendations that would work well for me. After reviewing, them we found others and discussed the pros and cons of all items. She was super helpful and knowledgeable and always available to answer my questions or give me space while I pondered my next purchase. I would work with her again!

Verified Review | Submitted on Nov 22, 2023

Purchased

Nordica Santa Ana 98 Skis · Women's · 2023 · 151 cm

$449.99was $749.99

40% off

Purchased

Salomon Strive 14 GW Ski Bindings · 2025

$249.95

Expert: Fiona Orel

Reviewer: Michael

Michael's experience with Fiona

I had so many questions and she was very helpful with every one of them! She was very knowledgeable and friendly and was quick to respond to any questions I had. I would 100% recommend her and would be very happy to use curated and Fiona again for ski equipment needs.

Verified Review | Submitted on Jan 31, 2024

Expert: Fiona Orel

Reviewer: Elizabeth

You'd be lucky to have Fiona help you.

How easy did this transaction seem, with Fiona leading the way. I figured buying skis was going to be intimidating and confusing and I was worried I'd get preyed on by some guy trying to push a product on which he makes the most commission. Instead, I got Fiona! She asked just the right questions and listened carefully to my responses. I'm very pleased.

Verified Review | Submitted on Sep 10, 2023

Purchased

Blizzard Black Pearl 88 Skis · Women's · 2024 · 165 cm

$489.97was $699.95

30% off

Purchased

Marker Squire 11 Ski Bindings · 2025

$229.95

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Dakine Tram Ski Bag

$119.95

Purchased

Leki Neolite Airfoil Ski Poles · Women's · 2025

$89.95

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Reviewer: Leilah

Fantastic Help

I couldn't have better things to say! Fiona was extremely patient with me and held my hand through many questions and concerns. I feel extremely confident about her requests and cannot wait to get on the slopes with my new gear! So grateful!!!

Verified Review | Submitted on Dec 12, 2023

Purchased

Blizzard Black Pearl 88 Skis · Women's · 2024 · 153 cm

$489.97was $699.95

30% off

Purchased

Dalbello Veloce 75 W GW Ski Boots · Women's · 2024 · 25.5

$239.97was $399.95

40% off

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Dakine Fall Line Ski Roller Bag

$164.95

Purchased

Marker Squire 11 Ski Bindings · 2024

$137.99was $229.99

40% off

Purchased

Atomic AMT Ski Poles · 2025

$39.95

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Reviewer: alex

Fiona was so helpful!

Fiona was super helpful in helping me get set up with a new pair of skis/boots. She was very knowledgeable, responsive, and friendly. I really enjoyed interacting with her! Thanks Fiona!

Verified Review | Submitted on Mar 25, 2024

Purchased

Völkl M6 Mantra Skis · 2024 · 184 cm

$449.99was $749.99

40% off

Purchased

K2 Recon 120 MV Ski Boots · 2024 · 29.5

$359.97was $599.95

40% off

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Marker Griffon 13 ID Ski Bindings · 2025

$269.95

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Dakine Fall Line Ski Roller Bag

$189.95

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Black Crows Meta Ski Poles · 2025

$64.95

Expert: Fiona Orel

Reviewer: Marlee

Fiona is a true expert!

I am so happy I got to work with Fiona. I had no idea where to start, and she was responsive, thorough, and provided great insight into why she chose certain options for me. There was no pressure to make a purchase, and every time I logged onto the website, she was available to answer any questions I had. I am so excited for my new skis and boots, and I couldn't have done it without Fiona!

Verified Review | Submitted on Jul 25, 2023

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