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03-25-2024, 03:37 PM
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boot fitting stuff? can you PM me?
boot fitting stuff? can you PM me?
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03-25-2024, 08:45 AM
Thread: FS: Binary Havok full bike
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damn
damn
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03-24-2024, 06:08 PM
Thread: WTB: Ski for Alaska heliski trip
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the heli op doesn't have skis you can use? ...
the heli op doesn't have skis you can use?
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03-24-2024, 03:16 PM
Thread: 23/24 Cdn Rockies and related thread
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4 small to medium ski areas "near" you. ...
4 small to medium ski areas "near" you.
Snowking, Purden, hudson and Troll. (I think)
fun mnt biking in the area.
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03-23-2024, 07:23 AM
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50-100 days on a liner. 200-300 on a shell ...
50-100 days on a liner. 200-300 on a shell (keep adding intuitions etc and keep it going)
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03-22-2024, 03:52 PM
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thank you
thank you
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03-22-2024, 03:51 PM
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So this is just day #1? try shorter days...
So this is just day #1?
try shorter days and odds are its just a tight liner, Few more days (touring or skiing) nad you will be fine -
03-22-2024, 02:45 PM
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1) yes, or at least close 2) start with...
1) yes, or at least close
2) start with trying and see what helps
a) custom footbed (supportive)
b) flat footbed (same volume inside the boot, but no support)
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03-21-2024, 03:51 PM
Thread: 23/24 Cdn Rockies and related thread
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I'm in banff if you need a day drop location etc
I'm in banff if you need a day drop location etc
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03-21-2024, 03:42 PM
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Altitude A50 POWERPLAY!!! (and added a fox 38...
Altitude A50 POWERPLAY!!! (and added a fox 38 cuz why not)
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03-21-2024, 03:41 PM
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Thanks. yup, banff, alberta, in Canukistain.
Thanks. yup, banff, alberta, in Canukistain.
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03-21-2024, 03:27 PM
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2020 Rocky mountain instinct / altitude for sale
https://www.pinkbike.com/buysell/3828587/
Anyone looking for a bike, mine is for sale, with LOTS of new parts and LOTS of upgrades.
Selling my large 2020 rocky instinct c70 (with some upgrades,... -
03-21-2024, 08:57 AM
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2024 RockShox Zeb Select RC 170mm 29er, new
$600 US plus shipping from banff ($30 ish)
Removed from a new bike, never ridden,
$1300 CDN, or $900 US, this is new and priced WAY below that.
Fork was on a large bike, 19.5cm steer tube.
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03-20-2024, 07:44 PM
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all parts, its an overall volume thing, NOT...
all parts, its an overall volume thing, NOT just a width thing
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03-20-2024, 10:44 AM
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sure: try foam on top of liner as needed. ...
sure: try foam on top of liner as needed. 1-2mm should be ok
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03-20-2024, 09:34 AM
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Can you use a 1/2 footbed under the custom? ...
Can you use a 1/2 footbed under the custom?
Short enough not to bug the instep, but long enough to support the mets?
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03-20-2024, 09:32 AM
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Usually stick on footbed and re-cover with...
Usually stick on footbed and re-cover with cambrell to make a smooth entry point still.
Or spot heat the footbed and push up from the bottom to make a lump without adding anything. -
03-19-2024, 07:26 PM
Thread: FS: Binary Havok full bike
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nice bike
nice bike
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03-18-2024, 07:54 PM
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Its like combining matter and anti-matter. You...
Its like combining matter and anti-matter. You tear a whole in the space, ski time fabric and we all go back to skiing in SX92 boots....
nothing. MV liners MIGHT be a micro bit thicker
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03-13-2024, 09:45 AM
Thread: best place to sell vintage patagonia ?
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best place to sell vintage patagonia ?
A few bits of vintage patagonia clothing and based on ebay sold search values seem to be all over the place.
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03-12-2024, 08:05 AM
Thread: The Bootfitter’s Thread
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Does the pressure happen in the shop/when not...
Does the pressure happen in the shop/when not skiing?
Are the upper cuffs removeable? Have them wear the shell lowers, liners, footbeds, and see if it happens?
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03-09-2024, 10:59 AM
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1) a vauge marketing number. Depends on the...
1) a vauge marketing number. Depends on the shape of the rear cuff on the inside. That is NOT a straight line, so not sure if all brands will measure below, or above the anlkle. or some combo of...
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03-08-2024, 03:51 PM
Thread: PSA - Corbetts sale
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also sometimes worth looking on corbettes web...
also sometimes worth looking on corbettes web site and ASO on ebay
yes. CND funds. -
03-06-2024, 10:15 AM
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thanks, From canada, so cheap shipping too. ...
thanks, From canada, so cheap shipping too. Interested to try this
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03-06-2024, 08:43 AM
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I would like to feel and try the grips, but at...
I would like to feel and try the grips, but at the price (and not having numbness) its an expensive demo..
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03-04-2024, 08:11 AM
Thread: 23/24 Cdn Rockies and related thread
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Do I know anyone coming to banff from Vancouver...
Do I know anyone coming to banff from Vancouver or Whistler? No rush, its a backup for my favorite ski
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/951062003105236/?ref=messenger_share -
03-02-2024, 09:07 AM
Thread: 23/24 Cdn Rockies and related thread
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looks like everyone got 50-100 from this. ...
looks like everyone got 50-100 from this. Marmot, bow valley, pano, castle, etc
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03-02-2024, 09:06 AM
Thread: 23/24 Cdn Rockies and related thread
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I THINK if you have SSV pass or card you get a...
I THINK if you have SSV pass or card you get a deal. Also watch that they are SELLING tickets. Some busy covid days they would cap numbers.
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03-02-2024, 08:43 AM
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a custom footbed might help some more to prevent...
a custom footbed might help some more to prevent your foot from splaying out on landing
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03-01-2024, 04:00 PM
Thread: WTB: Smith I/O Goggles
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usually the warranty is send in a pic of the...
usually the warranty is send in a pic of the problem and they issue credit for online store.
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03-01-2024, 03:37 PM
Thread: WTB: Smith I/O Goggles
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do you want mag or non-mag version? Also if...
do you want mag or non-mag version?
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02-29-2024, 04:09 PM
Thread: PSA/Deals Thread
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LOTS of rocky bikes are -30% gravel, ...
LOTS of rocky bikes are -30% gravel, hardtail, powerplay
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02-29-2024, 04:04 PM
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can't find a good heel?
can't find a good heel?
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02-29-2024, 06:51 AM
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fuck around find out. No really. try...
fuck around find out.
No really. try adding more F lean, if that is worse, then make the boot more upright.
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02-29-2024, 06:48 AM
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palative drilling with help slow it, but they...
palative
drilling with help slow it, but they are dead -
02-29-2024, 06:47 AM
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can you translate sharpie to mm please? I...
can you translate sharpie to mm please? I think most are 15-20mm, so Guessing the shell fit is 20mm?
how many days on the boots?
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02-27-2024, 11:44 AM
Thread: PSA/Deals Thread
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norco: pro: nicer wheels Con: Al vs carbon...
norco:
pro: nicer wheels
Con: Al vs carbon frame (that is some of the 2 pounds)
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02-27-2024, 09:26 AM
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1) a lot of skiing public (people who ski, and...
1) a lot of skiing public (people who ski, and are not "skiers") only have 1 ski so its fine
2) that person doesn't care, or have enough experiance to feel the changes, or want to spend the time... -
02-26-2024, 11:43 AM
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more if you feel this (regardless of foot size,...
more if you feel this (regardless of foot size, calf size,etc) then do this. The calf size might be WHY you are feeling too far forward, but the calf can't be changed, just a cause. So still...
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02-26-2024, 11:41 AM
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no idea. Ask the cast folks
no idea. Ask the cast folks
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02-26-2024, 11:11 AM
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If you go cast, and want more binding ramp, odds...
If you go cast, and want more binding ramp, odds are a more racey shop can add some WC shims under the heel and find longer screws?
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02-26-2024, 10:47 AM
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nice info, and good to see it all written down ...
nice info, and good to see it all written down
other points:
boot ramp angle can also effect this, AND changes based on size. IE: a 22 boot has a steeper angle then a 29 boot. The toe and... -
02-26-2024, 10:29 AM
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Number of days on the liners? (if more then 100...
Number of days on the liners? (if more then 100 just replace)
custom footbed? (if nto get one)
can you just ski your atomics?
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02-26-2024, 10:26 AM
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try either (both?) "L" shaped padding behind the...
try either (both?) "L" shaped padding behind the ankle bones to help trap the heel down, or try some of the tongue, or the sides of the liner, over the flex point of the boot, to help drive you back...
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02-25-2024, 04:28 PM
Thread: 23/24 Cdn Rockies and related thread
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20cm all around helped today and some more on the...
20cm all around helped today and some more on the way. This week might be good as the new snow starts to mix with the firmer base
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02-23-2024, 02:50 PM
Thread: PSA/Deals Thread
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https://www.devinci.com/en/bikes/e-mountain-2024/e...
https://www.devinci.com/en/bikes/e-mountain-2024/e-troy-gx-12s-red-dna/
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02-22-2024, 04:11 PM
Thread: PSA/Deals Thread
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knolly bikes: https://knollybikes.com/en-ca...
knolly bikes:
https://knollybikes.com/en-ca
Save 40% OFF the Fugitive trail bike & 30% OFF the Tyaughton Steel hardtail.
Get an additional 20% OFF the sale price of the second bike when you... -
02-22-2024, 03:44 PM
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has it gotten better or worse over the 4 days of...
has it gotten better or worse over the 4 days of use?
If getting better, ignore it and odds are it will go away
if getting worse, then answer above question.
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02-22-2024, 12:44 PM
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you either need to move the foot further away...
you either need to move the foot further away from the shell (more supportive footbed)
or
you either need to move the shell further away from the foot (punch the shell)
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02-21-2024, 09:13 AM
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yes. amazing answer!
yes. amazing answer!
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