Nice. I picked them up. Figured I can pass them on if they don't work out

Thanks for all the input--very helpful. I have other boots (Fischer Ranger Free 130 and ZGT Scout with Tour Wrap) for my bigger skis, so I'm not worried about how this boot will work with anything...

Anyone have any thoughts on the Scarpa F1 LT vs the La Sportiva Skorpius CR? They seem like two of the best options in the "light but not a skimo boot" category. The F1 is obviously a bit lighter,...

Thanks man. Honestly, we didn't put too much planning into the day. We knew we wanted to go point-to-point and to minimize suffering later in the day, so it made sense for us to start low and on foot...

Meandered around the Rattlesnake on Monday. Started at the Ravine TH and walked to about 5,500' before skinning. Found surprisingly light, loose powder on steeper north aspects and some degree of...

Found some nice corn up in the Bitterroot today
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I did a grade 2 to my MCL as part of my general knee fuckery last season, and it fully healed in the 2 months between my injury and my surgery. Seems like the standard ACL prehab routine (plus icing)...

Planning on skiing Worm Flows/Swift Creek this upcoming Tuesday or Wednesday. Looking at weather forecasts, Tuesday would be the preferred day, though Wednesday could also work if it doesn't warm up...

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This kitty likes to hang out in front of my place of work. His hobbies seem to be sprawling in the sun and receiving pets, which proves he's a very smart cat

Thanks, that's all good info. Sounds like what I've run into on Shasta in the winter the past couple of years.

Anyway, I've thoroughly talked myself out of attempting Adams this trip. Looks like...

Ha, not quite. I'm just ignorant and trying to get an idea of conditions from a couple states east

The FS website kind of implied it, but I just called them and it's only open a mile or so past the NF boundary. Looks like Helens is the way to go

Good point. Looks like the road is open to Morrison Creek Campground, which would add ~1,000' of vert and a couple miles to the day, so not too bad

Anyone been out to either mountain relatively recently? I'm driving to Seattle from Missoula next week to visit my brother and would like to get a long, moderate day or two in while in the area....

Went peak to creek in the Bitterroot today
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Snowbowl did not suck today. Backside trees were fun all day, and things warmed up pretty quickly. The bowls were nasty in the morning but were riding slightly better by the end of the day.

I use it as a backup device in my TR solo setup and haven't had any issues. My primary device (Camp Lift) is toothless however, which helps prevent any sheath damage during falls

I'm thinking about it. Not stoked about driving up there from Missoula given the likely conditions, but I also want to get at least one race in this season

Price drop

No one here "BC skis"--it's too scary

Selling a pair of last season's 184 Beast 98s. I bought them new and only used them for three short tours in soft snow, so they are minty. Currently mounted on the line with an old but still bomber...

I personally hate them but two caveats: 1) I'm much smaller than you (5'10", 160 lb) and 2) I've been running for over 20 years, much of that time competitively, and know exactly what I want in a...

I'd second Doug as a good fitter. Did my boots and footbeds and I have zero complaints with either.

I've definitely felt that backsliding feeling. I was feeling really good around 6 months and started to drop certain exercises but had to add them back into my routine after I started feeling some...

That's good info. I have a similar hatred of gyms and have been prioritizing building back functional strength through running, climbing, and cycling rather than strength for its own sake though...

Question for the gimp collective: did any of you start skiing with some degree of atrophy of the surgical leg still present? I lost a ton of mass off my surgical leg post surgery (~10 lbs of muscle,...

^This. For all-around use, I haven't found anything better than Contours. Pomocas are great but aren't as durable and are generally harder to find a deal on.

Oh nice, didn't realize he did physical media besides prints. I've read some of his TRs--well written with superb photos

And now I'm done shopping for my parents as well. Thanks for the suggestions, everyone. Very helpful

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It looks like it! I had to resist the urge to pick up a copy for myself. Just gives me another reason to visit.

That's rad. Exactly what I was looking for

Any recommendations for something like this? My brother moved to Seattle from the hellhole that is suburban Houston this year, and I'm looking for a Christmas gift for him that a) he will actually...

I would be, but I already have a boot that fills that niche (Ranger Free 130). I appreciate the offer though!

They do fit a bit snug for the size but not as snug as expected. For reference, my other boots are Fischer Ranger 130s, Tecnica Zero G Scouts, and Tecnica Mach 1s (all 26.5). I had to get some work...

Bump. Price drop to $350

SOLD--$350

Selling a pair of last year's Fischer Travers CS I picked up at a local shop a couple months ago. Not sure what the full story is with these, but they appear to have been used once, if...

115. I have a trade pending for them but will update if it falls through

SOLD/TRADED--Beast 16s in equal condition + $20

Selling a pair of 155s in good condition. Usual wear and tear with no missing or broken components. $120 obo. I'm in the Tahoe area and can either...

I'd definitely recommend the Claremont Colleges if she's interested in both cross country and track and strong academics. I graduated from CMC in 2017 and ran my first two years in college--great...

I'm interested in the bindings. Don't need the boots but would need the horseshoes.

I would also consider a trade (locally) for a heavier (1700-1900 g) 100-110 mm, 178-184 cm touring set-up with Shifts, Tectons, or CAST

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184 Wren 108s mounted with FKS 155s. I bought these from FlimFlamvanHam last season...

I have both Pomoca Free Pro and Contour Pure Mohair skins. The Contours climb better, and the Pomocas glide better. The durability of the Contours is better, but they're also considerably...

I have a 32 or 35L Gregory Targhee that I use for longer days and short overnight trips. It climbs and skis well, though I've encountered some durability issues (i.e., tumbled down some rocks last...

I did have my friend's husky pull me across a flat section once, so I guess that counts as dog sledding.

Nah, that was Randy from Trailer Park Boys

It was pretty ideal until I started getting hailed on during the descent

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Nice solo ride on the west shore this afternoon. The clouds did indeed catch me before I got back to the car

Hey look, the local tweaker found something to do with all the bike wheels he's been stealing