Johnny Law Posted January 11, 2013 Report Share Posted January 11, 2013 My next helmet prob will have a brim like the Teton gravity mags. I don't know why all helmets don't have them, I have always had a visor and its useful for so many things. This is going to sound stupid but hear me out, the best thing I've gotten recently is a hunk of plastic. http://www.tognar.com/ski-visions-tuning-stick/ When using a belt sander or even the hand tuners its tough to tell what's sharp and how much, with this stupid plastic stick now you have a super simple way to measure what's sharp and how sharp. Its a truly elegant solution to a simple problem. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
poconoceancity Posted January 12, 2013 Report Share Posted January 12, 2013 What are the many things a Brim is useful for??? I still get a kick out of the people with bib pants and suspenders. I love suspenders...can't stand pants falling down. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NMSKI Posted January 12, 2013 Report Share Posted January 12, 2013 I love suspenders...can't stand pants falling down. Me too, although I've thought about getting pants with a belt. Before i went with the higher pants/suspenders i would get snow down my ass when skiing/falling in deep powder. Not really a problem around here though. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AtomicSkier Posted January 12, 2013 Report Share Posted January 12, 2013 I've never worn suspenders...I do wear a belt though. My powder skirt interlocks with my pants....I've ever had a problem in deep snow. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mbike-ski Posted January 12, 2013 Report Share Posted January 12, 2013 bcXcd light tele setup comin Tuesday! 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vinnyv11 Posted January 12, 2013 Report Share Posted January 12, 2013 Demoing ski's tomorrow. Definitely looking to upgrade to something that can handle the soft stuff better. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vinnyv11 Posted January 27, 2013 Report Share Posted January 27, 2013 So I bit the bullet today and upgraded boots. Coming from my first time boots that had entirely too much flex to a performance boot. Stopped in several stores but after some recommendations and proximity to my house I went over to Salters to get the fit done to see if the Dalbello boots they carry were right for me. After going through the fitting process where I was happy to find out I really didn't need many adjustments from stock as opposed to my wife who he said needed all the adjustments with orthotics and such, he put me into a boot that was still entirely too much flex but felt good. Next was a stiffer boot that felt awful when contacting my ankle. Third boot from the second I put it on just felt different than any other boot i've ever put on. The fit just felt perfect on the ankle contact points and such. After walking around the store for about an hour checking out the flex and features I decided this was the one I wanted. So the winner is the Dalbello Axion 11 Little stiffer than I anticipated but it felt good and gives me a little more room to work into it. Thanks for all the advice from everyone on the site and at the mountain. Link to features and such. http://www.skis.com/Dalbello-Axion-11-Ski-Boots-2013/273236P,default,pd.html Really had a good experience with the guy at Salters but the limited selection brands way may deter some if a Dalbello boot isn't right for your foot. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RidgeRacer Posted January 27, 2013 Report Share Posted January 27, 2013 I ski on a 10/11 model Axion. Great boot. Enjoy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pcklein31 Posted January 28, 2013 Report Share Posted January 28, 2013 I too picked up a new pair of boots today. Looking forward to trying out my new Salomon F20 snowboard boots tomorrow. I also picked a new Giro helmut to go with the Sena Giro bluetooth headset attachments.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NMSKI Posted January 28, 2013 Report Share Posted January 28, 2013 So I bit the bullet today and upgraded boots. Coming from my first time boots that had entirely too much flex to a performance boot. Stopped in several stores but after some recommendations and proximity to my house I went over to Salters to get the fit done to see if the Dalbello boots they carry were right for me. After going through the fitting process where I was happy to find out I really didn't need many adjustments from stock as opposed to my wife who he said needed all the adjustments with orthotics and such, he put me into a boot that was still entirely too much flex but felt good. Next was a stiffer boot that felt awful when contacting my ankle. Third boot from the second I put it on just felt different than any other boot i've ever put on. The fit just felt perfect on the ankle contact points and such. After walking around the store for about an hour checking out the flex and features I decided this was the one I wanted. So the winner is the Dalbello Axion 11 Little stiffer than I anticipated but it felt good and gives me a little more room to work into it. Thanks for all the advice from everyone on the site and at the mountain. Link to features and such. http://www.skis.com/Dalbello-Axion-11-Ski-Boots-2013/273236P,default,pd.html Really had a good experience with the guy at Salters but the limited selection brands way may deter some if a Dalbello boot isn't right for your foot. Nice. I got a pair of boots at Salters 2 seasons ago and had a good experience over there as well. Had a little bit of a rough time with my toes breaking them in, but was able to get it figured out. They do an awesome job with the orthotics too. I'll be biting the bullet again soon though as well and going with something stiffer. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
guitar73 Posted January 28, 2013 Report Share Posted January 28, 2013 nice boots there vinny! did you get a custom footbed as well, or are you using the stock footbed? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vinnyv11 Posted January 28, 2013 Report Share Posted January 28, 2013 nice boots there vinny! did you get a custom footbed as well, or are you using the stock footbed? In stock currently he said orthotics would be better but that my arch's and such didn't demand any real significant work or a need to go that route right now. For all intensive purposes im pretty much stock as far as measurements. He was all over the fact that my wife however needs orthotics heel adjustments, etc etc. Funny considering I was ready to pay for whatever work they saw necessary. They guarantee the fit so if I notice issues ill be back. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
guitar73 Posted January 28, 2013 Report Share Posted January 28, 2013 In stock currently he said orthotics would be better but that my arch's and such didn't demand any real significant work or a need to go that route right now. For all intensive purposes im pretty much stock as far as measurements. He was all over the fact that my wife however needs orthotics heel adjustments, etc etc. Funny considering I was ready to pay for whatever work they saw necessary. They guarantee the fit so if I notice issues ill be back. ya, that's probably a good idea to get a few ski days on the boots to break them in and see how everything feels. i wasn't so lucky...my feet and alignment suck so i needed the custom footbed and canting and a few other things to get the fit and aligment dialed in. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Johnny Law Posted January 28, 2013 Report Share Posted January 28, 2013 Alot of next years shit is being leaked. Vwerks Katana, whistle tip LOL rossi's, Diamir dynafit, lotta squad 7 type skis. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tinymoose Posted January 31, 2013 Report Share Posted January 31, 2013 Oh geez... Volkl Kenjas, bright pink Rossi bindings for the Kenjas, Fischer Jr. race boots, goggles, new helmet, plaid ski pants, base layers... It seems even worse now that it's typed out. I'd put the appropriate shameful emoticon here, but my phone sucks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vinnyv11 Posted January 31, 2013 Report Share Posted January 31, 2013 Oh geez... Volkl Kenjas, bright pink Rossi bindings for the Kenjas, Fischer Jr. race boots, goggles, new helmet, plaid ski pants, base layers... It seems even worse now that it's typed out. I'd put the appropriate shameful emoticon here, but my phone sucks. Damn!! Throwing it down. The whole kit. I thought trying to get new boots and a jacket/pant in a season was a lot. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tinymoose Posted January 31, 2013 Report Share Posted January 31, 2013 The boots and helmet were much needed. The rest, probably not so much. Although, the rest were on sale for good prices. I think I'm cut off for a few seasons. The Kenjas came about from last week's demo day. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vinnyv11 Posted January 31, 2013 Report Share Posted January 31, 2013 The boots and helmet were much needed. The rest, probably not so much. Although, the rest were on sale for good prices. I think I'm cut off for a few seasons. The Kenjas came about from last week's demo day. I'm waiting for Buckman's buy one get one for a dollar sale to get my new jacket/pants. As for ski's.... unforutnately that may be next season. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kyle Posted January 31, 2013 Report Share Posted January 31, 2013 I'm waiting for Buckman's buy one get one for a dollar sale to get my new jacket/pants. As for ski's.... unforutnately that may be next season. It's going on now, if it didn't end already. I was already in the one in reading looking at stuff. Too tough to find a good pant/jacket matchup in small haha Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
guitar73 Posted January 31, 2013 Report Share Posted January 31, 2013 ya, they were having it in the bargain basement area at the KOP location. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vinnyv11 Posted February 1, 2013 Report Share Posted February 1, 2013 ya, they were having it in the bargain basement area at the KOP location. Ya that's on the clearance stuff. They do one on the non-clearance stuff in like March. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
toast21602 Posted February 1, 2013 Report Share Posted February 1, 2013 Alot of next years shit is being leaked. Vwerks Katana, whistle tip LOL rossi's, Diamir dynafit, lotta squad 7 type skis. i took a leak today. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kyle Posted February 1, 2013 Report Share Posted February 1, 2013 Ya that's on the clearance stuff. They do one on the non-clearance stuff in like March. Hmm didnt know about that. Ill have to take advantage of that. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Johnny Law Posted February 4, 2013 Report Share Posted February 4, 2013 (edited) 2013/2014 Line Catalog http://news.lineskis.com/2013/01/30/line-20132014-the-future-is-now/ Vwerks Katana is 1100 MSRP but damn "V-WERKS - THE POWER OF PERFECTIONCarbon, Aramid, »Powered by Titanium« – only the best will do for thelatest masterpiece from Völkl’s high tech skiworks. Like auto racingengineers, we know that every gram matters for this series of exclusivemodels. We’ve pushed for the greatest possible weight reductions,without compromising an inch on sustainability or durability. To thecontrary, faster and better is what it’s all about!The fine mix of Carbon, Aramid and »Powered by Titanium« permits highprecision edge grip and fast-reacting skiing performance withunparalleled ease.This XTD Transmission (Sidewall) construction is engineered in thebinding area using hollow carbon shells. The highly rigid carbon islightweight but delivers more direct edge grip in the binding area –right in the area where the greatest pressure is applied.Aramid is used at the tip and tail to replace the Titanal belt. Thematerial is lighter yet provides comparable shock absorption for theexposed zones of the ski – the perfect use for a material so effectiveat absorbing energy that it is used in bulletproof vests. The fiberstructure of Aramid also gives the wider tip and tail zones of the skigreater torsional stability, which contributes to better edge grip.V-Werks is the ultimate upgrade. For the upcoming season, Völkl iskicking off with special Code Speedwall and RTM 84 V-Werks editions." Edited February 4, 2013 by Johnny Law Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AtomicSkier Posted February 4, 2013 Report Share Posted February 4, 2013 hmmm....i'm in the market for Katanas Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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