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01-06-2024, 06:11 PM
Thread: 23/24 Gear Rumors
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Yeah, there are quite a few including the "pug...
Yeah, there are quite a few including the "pug cup". ;)
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01-06-2024, 06:06 PM
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We have a Roomba i8, I am shocked how well it...
We have a Roomba i8, I am shocked how well it works and I grew up in a house that always had Kirbys.
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12-28-2023, 11:09 AM
Thread: New Strive - paging ONK
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GripWalk does NOT change the delta. While the AFD...
GripWalk does NOT change the delta. While the AFD might adjust, the top of the lug is static therefore it sets the delta.
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12-21-2023, 04:38 PM
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They are not sliding AFD's and I don't think they...
They are not sliding AFD's and I don't think they are indemnified anyway. IMHO, with AFD's you could get them to work but good luck finding parts.
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12-17-2023, 11:37 AM
Thread: Grip Walk with Old Look Pivots
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I have 2 pair 15/18 GW AFD's if anyone needs...
I have 2 pair 15/18 GW AFD's if anyone needs $25/pr shipped CONUS. PM me.
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10-17-2023, 05:41 AM
Thread: 2021 Kastle MX98 Thread
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These were the earlier generation ones.
These were the earlier generation ones.
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10-16-2023, 09:19 AM
Thread: New Strive - paging ONK
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We ran the Warden demo for years on our test...
We ran the Warden demo for years on our test fleet. When the Strive was introduced, we immediately switched over mainly because of stand height. I will say, I do like the Warden/Sth2 heel better, we...
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10-15-2023, 06:06 PM
Thread: 2021 Kastle MX98 Thread
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I am not ashamed to admit the MX98 in the 194...
I am not ashamed to admit the MX98 in the 194 beat the shit out of me. Years ago when the ski was introduced we were at A-Basin and Griffin Post was with us. We were at the top of Pali around Mothers...
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10-15-2023, 03:32 PM
Thread: Tyrolia Protector [Attack 13] review
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I have about 20 days in our Protectors. I have...
I have about 20 days in our Protectors. I have been running the lateral release at the lowest setting and I have yet to prerelease. Granted I am running these on frontside skis and staying on...
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10-10-2023, 03:20 PM
Thread: New Strive - paging ONK
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Honestly I forget what bindings I measured myself...
Honestly I forget what bindings I measured myself but I think I did.
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10-10-2023, 09:09 AM
Thread: New Strive - paging ONK
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I am sorry Salomon didn't clear it with you, I...
I am sorry Salomon didn't clear it with you, I also was not consulted prior to the change. ;) I am as big of a fan of the Driver toe as anyone, I started skiing it back in 77 as the 727 and have a...
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10-06-2023, 06:11 PM
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Here is the one that I made a few years ago....
Here is the one that I made a few years ago. Still use today.
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06-03-2023, 09:20 PM
Thread: Kids bindings for small adult female?
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When you are buying a better binding you are...
When you are buying a better binding you are buying a better housing/interface, not jsut a bigger spring.
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05-06-2023, 04:10 PM
Thread: FEELER: NIB Salomon STH Steels
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Here are some Steels on FBM: ...
Here are some Steels on FBM:
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1076934782948672/?referralSurface=messenger_lightspeed_banner&referralCode=messenger_banner
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05-06-2023, 10:55 AM
Thread: FEELER: NIB Salomon STH Steels
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These were a gift from Salomon, I will be using...
These were a gift from Salomon, I will be using them.
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05-05-2023, 07:00 PM
Thread: FEELER: NIB Salomon STH Steels
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I have a pair of these too, still debating what...
I have a pair of these too, still debating what to put them on. All metal goodness.
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05-03-2023, 04:15 PM
Thread: Kastle Boots 2023
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https://www.skitalk.com/ams/kastle-k120p-ski-boot....
https://www.skitalk.com/ams/kastle-k120p-ski-boot.256/
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04-18-2023, 11:53 AM
Thread: Who's driving a VW AllTrack?
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With 90K on the car, i was past the requirements.
With 90K on the car, i was past the requirements.
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04-16-2023, 07:30 PM
Thread: Who's driving a VW AllTrack?
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92K on our 17 S DSG now. Only major issue has...
92K on our 17 S DSG now. Only major issue has been the notorious water pump failure which is commong with the 2.0T. I was fortunate enough to get VW to cover half of of it.
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03-07-2023, 09:07 PM
Thread: FS: Demo skis, low mileage
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Skis are tuned well and sample size.
Skis are tuned well and sample size.
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03-07-2023, 08:16 AM
Thread: FS: Demo skis, low mileage
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Bump for shipping inc. (CONUS)
Bump for shipping inc. (CONUS)
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02-17-2023, 05:35 PM
Thread: FS: Demo skis, low mileage
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Updated, SOLD skis removed.
Updated, SOLD skis removed.
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02-13-2023, 10:58 AM
Thread: FS: Demo skis, low mileage
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Updated with some new additions and sold skis...
Updated with some new additions and sold skis removed.
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02-10-2023, 01:03 PM
Thread: FS: Demo skis, low mileage
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I sent you a PM
I sent you a PM
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02-10-2023, 08:24 AM
Thread: FS: Demo skis, low mileage
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Bump. Will swap demo bindings off and/or...
Bump.
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02-03-2023, 02:14 PM
Thread: FS: Demo skis, low mileage
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FS: Demo/test skis, low mileage, UPDATED with more skis
23 BLIZZARD PHEONIX R13 165 SYSTEM $450
23 HEAD POWER JOY 168 PROTECTOR 13D $600
23 KASTLE ZX108 184 FLAT/DRILLED FOR WARDEN $400
23 LIBERTY EVOLV 110 179 STRIVE 13 D $500
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01-30-2023, 05:57 PM
Thread: Boutique Ski Brands
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Olin college too.
Olin college too.
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01-25-2023, 09:32 PM
Thread: Boutique Ski Brands
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We have been following these three Euro brands...
We have been following these three Euro brands who have been producing stellar skis...
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12-22-2022, 05:37 AM
Thread: Warden or Strive, which is better?
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Warden 13 -can find on sale -MNC -better heel...
Warden 13
-can find on sale
-MNC
-better heel (than Strive 14)
Strive 14
-lighter
-more reactive steering
-lower CG
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11-21-2022, 06:09 AM
Thread: Hanging Skis All Season - Thoughts?
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From the toe peice... ...
From the toe peice...
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11-08-2022, 05:18 PM
Thread: Minimum & Maximum Boot Sole Lengths
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Addlt boots start at 260 mm and go to 380 mm. The...
Addlt boots start at 260 mm and go to 380 mm. The new Strive 14 Demo starts at 253 mm.
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11-07-2022, 08:17 AM
Thread: Who's driving a VW AllTrack?
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I run 17's with both sets of tires. I have owned...
I run 17's with both sets of tires. I have owned about 15 Subies and other various AWD wagons, this Alltrack is very well the best AWD car I ever driven/owned. I am running Blizzak WS90 on mine for...
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11-06-2022, 09:42 PM
Thread: Pivot vs SPX
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Not that simple. I would not trust the regualr...
Not that simple. I would not trust the regualr SPX base for that.
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11-06-2022, 04:39 PM
Thread: Pivot vs SPX
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Rockerace is a worm screw where the regular SPX...
Rockerace is a worm screw where the regular SPX is a tab adjustment. Since the Rockerace is designed to go on a plate that has multiple mount postions I am sure is doesn't have as much travel as the...
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11-06-2022, 12:54 PM
Thread: Pivot vs SPX
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The Rockerace rear screws are the same as the...
The Rockerace rear screws are the same as the front screws of the regular SPX, from there you can just match up the forward screws of the rockerace and drill them.
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11-05-2022, 11:10 PM
Thread: Pivot vs SPX
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The Race (worm heel) brake works with the...
The Race (worm heel) brake works with the Rockerace.
No idea why just the race plate.
Delta/ramp is the same as the regualr SPX
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11-05-2022, 04:50 PM
Thread: Favorite sandwich?
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Hot Pastrami on Rye from Harolds Deli. 432522
Hot Pastrami on Rye from Harolds Deli.
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11-05-2022, 04:48 PM
Thread: Pivot vs SPX
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I talk about the SPX Rockerace in this video,...
I talk about the SPX Rockerace in this video, along with some other sleeper bindings, many aren't applicable to this crowd so just fast forward to 3:25
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10-12-2022, 01:29 PM
Thread: Canting
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I do the assessment along with some balance...
I do the assessment along with some balance before/after and explain the benefits. Many will do it and of those many have come back and said they immediately felt a difference. I don't think it is a...
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10-12-2022, 05:37 AM
Thread: Canting
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You would be surprised in that of the people I do...
You would be surprised in that of the people I do assessments on more than half are out of alignment. Whether they end up on the World Cup, those that do need it definately benefit from it.
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10-09-2022, 04:19 PM
Thread: Canting
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I assess for canting with bootfit I do, it is...
I assess for canting with bootfit I do, it is part of the fit process for everyone. A properly canted boot at times is the missing link to their progression.
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10-06-2022, 10:03 PM
Thread: Canting
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Yes they do. Setting the foot up with a proper...
Yes they do. Setting the foot up with a proper foundation with a footbed then aligning the cuff should be done before canting.
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10-06-2022, 08:20 AM
Thread: Canting
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3* and 5* is significant, no pun intended, are...
3* and 5* is significant, no pun intended, are you sure it wasn't .5*? I am curious how you were measured, in a boot with a tech or GW sole? If the latter two, did they get you to a level plane to do...
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05-19-2022, 07:06 PM
Thread: Robot Vacuum Cleaners?
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We have the Roomba 8 from Costco. Awesome, does...
We have the Roomba 8 from Costco. Awesome, does an amazing job.
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04-08-2022, 02:38 AM
Thread: Full Tilt Apres Booties
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No worries, they are still available for the...
No worries, they are still available for the coming season with the LINE logo.
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03-20-2022, 09:59 PM
Thread: Tyrolia Protector-Anyone Ski It Yet?
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I skied it at the tests. They nailed the design....
I skied it at the tests. They nailed the design.
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03-14-2022, 08:44 PM
Thread: Extinct Skis and Gear
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What is the (hand written) flex on the skis with...
What is the (hand written) flex on the skis with the MRR, can you take a better picture of just the sticker?
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03-07-2022, 09:18 PM
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I have 2 pairs of 90's left. 80's are rare, the...
I have 2 pairs of 90's left. 80's are rare, the only place I every have seen them is Start Haus. Might be worth a call.
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02-25-2022, 10:08 PM
Thread: Top 5 skis of all time
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K2 VO Slalom Kastle MX88 Elan SCX Volant Chubb...
K2 VO Slalom
Kastle MX88
Elan SCX
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02-25-2022, 09:48 PM
Thread: FS: Sth2/Warden Brakes 90mm
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3 90mm left.
3 90mm left.
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