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03-27-2024, 09:37 PM
Thread: ON3P SKIS Discussion
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Skied 4/5 days of my hut trip on new BGTs on old...
Skied 4/5 days of my hut trip on new BGTs on old pow, slush, and everything in between. Only 1lbs heavier for the pair with the 50/50 build than my Camox Freebirds with Ions.
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03-16-2024, 06:33 PM
Thread: PSA: Mount your own fucking skis.
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I was wondering why the shop didn’t charge me for...
I was wondering why the shop didn’t charge me for the mount. Got my ski outside and realized they mounted one ski incorrectly, then plugged the ski and didn’t mention this to me.
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03-11-2024, 10:34 PM
Thread: ON3P SKIS Discussion
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These arrived today just in time for a 5-day corn...
These arrived today just in time for a 5-day corn cycle next week. 191BG Tour in a 50/50 layup coming in at 2015g/ski. My way of bringing my late, great ski partner, Yogi along.
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02-26-2024, 09:10 PM
Thread: ON3P SKIS Discussion
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Kinda bummed I got off the Jeffery train for a...
Kinda bummed I got off the Jeffery train for a few years, today I realized what I missed out on all that time. Never knew I liked PNW chop so much
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02-17-2024, 07:15 PM
Thread: ON3P SKIS Discussion
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Why not, we can say the same about the season as...
Why not, we can say the same about the season as well. I can’t say there’s been a day this season I’ve missed them even though I spent most of the last couple months waiting for a release. Did have a...
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02-14-2024, 07:17 PM
Thread: ON3P SKIS Discussion
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Happy Valentines Day, those look amazing
Happy Valentines Day, those look amazing
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01-31-2024, 10:13 PM
Thread: ON3P SKIS Discussion
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So..anyone got any updates on BGT release?
So..anyone got any updates on BGT release?
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01-18-2024, 09:34 PM
Thread: ON3P SKIS Discussion
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lol got it, thanks for making this decision easy
lol got it, thanks for making this decision easy
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01-18-2024, 07:52 PM
Thread: ON3P SKIS Discussion
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I’m 6’4” 230lbs and skied the 192BGT last season...
I’m 6’4” 230lbs and skied the 192BGT last season and got along great with them. Would I be fine going down to a 187 with ATK Freeraider15’s for my go to tour ski? Other tour skis for various...
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01-17-2024, 08:13 PM
Thread: ON3P SKIS Discussion
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I’ve been telling myself one more day since...
I’ve been telling myself one more day since December! Excited for these
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01-10-2024, 08:19 PM
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Had the 192 in stock layup and loved them. Mine...
Had the 192 in stock layup and loved them. Mine sold for $500 in similar condition on OfferUp. This is a deal
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01-07-2024, 09:40 PM
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The Govy500 is the ultimate FOMO antidote
The Govy500 is the ultimate FOMO antidote
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01-07-2024, 09:42 AM
Thread: ON3P SKIS Discussion
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Good to hear!
Good to hear!
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01-02-2024, 08:09 PM
Thread: ON3P SKIS Discussion
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lol. if it was any other year I probably wouldn’t...
lol. if it was any other year I probably wouldn’t be as patient. But will likely pull the trigger the day they release
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01-02-2024, 12:24 PM
Thread: Climbing Skins
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I just replaced my 10 year old BD nylons with G3...
I just replaced my 10 year old BD nylons with G3 Craft Glides. IMO they’re everything a skin should be, simple tip attachment, no rip strip in the middle, simple tail attachment, and cheap. I...
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12-26-2023, 11:04 PM
Thread: PSA: G3 "Craft" Skins
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I’ve been against G3 skins for a decade after...
I’ve been against G3 skins for a decade after poor experience with their glue. Decided to try out these craft skins for a light duty tour setup and was impressed with the weight/packability of them....
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12-24-2023, 12:25 PM
Thread: FS: Dynafit Chugach 188cm
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FS: Dynafit Chugach 188cm
This ski was my primary touring ski for a few years and is well used but no significant base or edge damage. There’s 2 mounts on them. One for G3 Ion at recommended and another Marker Duke at...
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12-20-2023, 09:04 PM
Thread: It's just a dog.
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It’s been a while but I wanted to say thanks for...
It’s been a while but I wanted to say thanks for all the well wishes from everyone. Having support and seeing stories of others having to go through similar hardships on this weird corner of the...
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12-09-2023, 11:15 AM
Thread: It's just a dog.
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A roller coaster of a week. Last weeks adventure...
A roller coaster of a week. Last weeks adventure helped us reframe his outlook. Yogi got beef, salmon, chicken, for every meal since he’s been home. Yesterday, he had a tough time making it out to...
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12-07-2023, 10:08 PM
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I’m heading to Steamboat for work next week....
I’m heading to Steamboat for work next week. Driving from Denver, I may have a few hours of free time later in the week. Are there any solo touring spots/xc areas I can stop at and stretch the legs...
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12-07-2023, 01:03 AM
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That’s what our pediatrician told us, get him a...
That’s what our pediatrician told us, get him a on those plastic skis so when it comes to actually skiing they presumably won’t be terrified of them.
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12-03-2023, 10:59 PM
Thread: FS: Chris King MK4 MTB Wheelset (NIB) 29"
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Awesome deal! I almost bit before I remembered I...
Awesome deal! I almost bit before I remembered I don’t need them. once I went with CKs on a bike 10years ago I haven’t been able to enjoy another hub
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12-03-2023, 09:29 PM
Thread: It's just a dog.
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Haha agreed! he’s got some chicken strips in his...
Haha agreed! he’s got some chicken strips in his belly along with a little pain reliever
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12-03-2023, 09:15 PM
Thread: It's just a dog.
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The worst vacation ever but we got a call when we...
The worst vacation ever but we got a call when we got home today that two hikers had found him 3miles south at the end of the jetty where the Nehalem River meets the Pacific. We turned right around...
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12-03-2023, 12:26 PM
Thread: It's just a dog.
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Thanks, we’ll do that before leaving. Did another...
Thanks, we’ll do that before leaving. Did another swoop this morning and have covered pretty much the entire spit all the way from town to the jetty over the last 3-days.
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12-03-2023, 09:25 AM
Thread: It's just a dog.
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Thank you, we’re in Manzanita this year and he’s...
Thank you, we’re in Manzanita this year and he’s surrounded by the ocean, town, Bayside Gardens, and the state park so someone will see him if he’s out there. But yeah, a lot of elk, deer, rabbits to...
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12-03-2023, 02:13 AM
Thread: It's just a dog.
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It's just a dog.
Although this thread is a tough read, it was good to have insight into when to consider making a call to the vet.
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11-27-2023, 09:15 AM
Thread: ON3P SKIS Discussion
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I think it was discussed a few pages back but...
I think it was discussed a few pages back but word is they’ll be released in December-ish
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11-20-2023, 06:33 PM
Thread: FS: ‘21-22 191 ON3P BG Tour(Stock layup)
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Thank you, confirmed they are 110 width and 192...
Thank you, confirmed they are 110 width and 192 length
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11-19-2023, 09:04 PM
Thread: FS: ‘21-22 191 ON3P BG Tour(Stock layup)
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Avalung not for sale. Black Friday sale of $425
Avalung not for sale. Black Friday sale of $425
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11-13-2023, 06:05 PM
Thread: FS: ‘21-22 191 ON3P BG Tour(Stock layup)
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FS: ‘21-22 191 ON3P BG Tour(Stock layup)
***SOLD****
Loved these skis but new bindings won’t allow a recommended mount position so these have to go
Only a handful of touring days on these, no dings to mention. Bases are good.
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11-11-2023, 01:14 PM
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Sticky: Looking for a toddler?(18-24month) setup just to...
Looking for a toddler?(18-24month) setup just to get him sliding this year.
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11-06-2023, 11:20 PM
Thread: WTB Men's XL Bibs
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I have a nearly new pair of XL FlyLow Smythe bibs...
I have a nearly new pair of XL FlyLow Smythe bibs in Teal I would do for $165 plus shipping. I can send photos if you’re interested. I tried them out last season but found out I’m a pants man
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11-04-2023, 01:08 PM
Thread: ON3P SKIS Discussion
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I thought the consensus is to move the 192BG...
I thought the consensus is to move the 192BG mount Fwd 1cm? I’m about to swap Shifts for ATKs on my 192BGT and don’t want to go in the wrong direction. Couldn’t be more excited about the stock 192BGT...
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11-02-2023, 03:25 PM
Thread: PSA: BD mohair mix 140mm skins
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I went ahead and placed an order to replace 8year...
I went ahead and placed an order to replace 8year Ascension skins. Hopefully I don’t get the same email. Something is definitely wonky with their store. $9,999.99 Recon gloves
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10-29-2023, 08:17 PM
Thread: Go forth and ride, then bring back pics
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10-12-2023, 10:16 AM
Thread: Home Remodel: Do, Don'ts, Advice
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Good point, I guess I’m asking the group if the...
Good point, I guess I’m asking the group if the quote is within the ball park of other window projects and if there’s things to look for or consider as I have not taken on a project like this before....
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10-12-2023, 09:04 AM
Thread: Home Remodel: Do, Don'ts, Advice
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Yeah I don’t expect to ever recoup the cost but...
Yeah I don’t expect to ever recoup the cost but our current windows are about to close to holes in the walls as you can get, old single-pane with storm windows that aren’t sealed.
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10-12-2023, 01:02 AM
Thread: Home Remodel: Do, Don'ts, Advice
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$19,000 for 13 new windows in a 1919 house that...
$19,000 for 13 new windows in a 1919 house that is not even close to square, hence me wanting to contract the work out.
This work is within our budget but what’s the consensus on saving this... -
10-09-2023, 01:11 AM
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What is with the price of used bike parts still...
What is with the price of used bike parts still being astronomical? I’m looking for a lightly used pair of crank brother mallets and PB, Craigslist, OfferUp are all 90% of what I could buy new. Same...
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10-08-2023, 08:44 PM
Thread: Running, Anyone...?
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Knock on wood, I’ve taken harder falls in the...
Knock on wood, I’ve taken harder falls in the last few years running than mountain biking. One of the worst feelings, those falls seem to last forever after the initial toe stub. Hopefully no damage...
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10-07-2023, 11:38 PM
Thread: What have you bought/upgraded today.
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First big ride on news wheels(WAO Revive with...
First big ride on news wheels(WAO Revive with Chris King R45’s), 70mi with road, gravel, and some singletrack. I would’ve thought the carbon would be more noticeable then it does over the stock G1800...
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09-29-2023, 10:21 AM
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At 230lbs I’m going to trust a 32 spoke wheel...
At 230lbs I’m going to trust a 32 spoke wheel designed to take mtb hits over a 24 spoke light duty rim. On top of that rim width will change tire options and feel.
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09-28-2023, 06:43 PM
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I’m going the other direction, putting gravel...
I’m going the other direction, putting gravel wheels on the KM. Old Transition Revolution 29’s are shot.
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09-22-2023, 10:45 PM
Thread: Oregon 2022/2023 Triple Nina Winter Season
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So sad. What a guy indeed. The dude pissed on...
So sad.
What a guy indeed. The dude pissed on my friends car at Wildcat all because he had Montana plates -
09-03-2023, 11:45 PM
Thread: How do you carry your shit?
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I haven’t found any. Even others I’ve found on...
I haven’t found any. Even others I’ve found on amazon are just as expensive as the b-rad. I have the 4 bolt on the down tube and a pump bag under my top tube on a Sentinal. Fits tube, pump, patch...
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08-21-2023, 03:26 PM
Thread: Running, Anyone...?
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There’s a time and place for this for sure, but a...
There’s a time and place for this for sure, but a full stomach and downhills are a recipe for me shitting my pants
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08-21-2023, 11:50 AM
Thread: Running, Anyone...?
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I started using Tailwind this year and have...
I started using Tailwind this year and have really minimized any bonking. I also incorporate Ketone-IQ for anything over 4hrs. It may be the training but have yet to hit a wall while using the ketone...
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08-14-2023, 10:56 PM
Thread: WTB: Dynafit Beast 108, 181cm/188cm
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I got a pair of dynafit chugach 108’s 188cm....
I got a pair of dynafit chugach 108’s 188cm. Loved the ski but hasn’t been skied in a couple years.
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08-14-2023, 07:44 PM
Thread: Running, Anyone...?
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I agree with Dan, 8-12hrs a week is a sweet spot....
I agree with Dan, 8-12hrs a week is a sweet spot.
What gives me confidence in my training is completing a daily goal throughout the week and maintain that for ~3weeks before a rest week. So if I...
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