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Answer to: "Guys, How are these skis for skinning? Does the ultra-wide shovel"

Icelantic Shaman Ski

November 18, 2011

These would be fine for slack country but are probably a bit heavy for full touring. Depends how often and far you are planning to skin.
Hope this helps.
Good luck!

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Answer to: "Is there a weight limit for the Jesters? I know a couple of years"

Marker Jester Pro Binding

November 18, 2011

For Sure. The lighter Jester still goes up to 16 DIN. Although the green is pretty sweet.

Nailed It? 1 Yes

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Answer to: "Just got my 178s, and they are ridiculously light. My question"

Volkl Nunataq Ski

November 18, 2011

Baron and Duke are the same except DIN setting Duke has a higher setting. Both Baron and Duke have hike function. If you are going to skin grab the Duke or Baron.

If you are not going to skin grab the Jester or Griffon (depending on your DIN preference). If you are not going to purchase skins for these skis no need for AT bindings.

Hope this helps.
Good luck!

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Answer to: "Guys, these skis sound incredible. What length would you recommend"

Icelantic Keeper Ski

November 16, 2011

I think you will enjoy the 178. The 189 would be cool to have for bomber open bowl days, but i bet you enjoy the 178 in the trees. Hope this helps.

Nailed It? 2 Yes

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K2 SideShow Ski

November 16, 2011

I would go with the 181 for sure. Longer surface area to skin and at your size no problem to handle.

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Answer to: "Does this helmet/goggle combo work with glasses (OTG)?"

Smith Galaxy/Cosmos Jr. Combo Pack - Kids'

November 16, 2011

Sorry no. These would not be ideal.

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Answer to: "I am looking for a nice warm sock for work; outdoors during the"

Bridgedale Endurance Summit Sock - Men's

November 16, 2011

I also like the Darn Tough brand

Nailed It? 0 Yes

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Minimus are great

Smith Goggles are the Easiest to change lenses

Black Diamond is quality

hestra rules

marker schizo binding

Look Pivot the deal

Omen fits great

Answer to: "These are the same as the Lange RX 130 Pros, correct?"

Rossignol Experience Sensor Inside 130 Boot - Men's

November 14, 2011

yes they are

Nailed It? 1 Yes

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Answer to: "I'm interested to know how the pebax shell compares to polyurethane"

Scarpa Shaka Boot - Women's

November 13, 2011

Lighter and less reactive to temperature change. Just as stiff if not stiffer than poly under certain situations.

Nailed It? 0 Yes

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Answer to: "How are these boots for boot packing? Without a vibram sole"

Full Tilt Seth Morrison Pro Model Ski Boot - Men's

November 13, 2011

These would not be my choice if boot packing is a priority.

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Answer to: "Hey all, trying to decide on bindings for my line ep opus 185s,"

Look Pivot 14 Ski Binding

November 13, 2011

I used to be a marker guy but have switched to the Look pivots for my alpine setup. For full disclosure I also have Dukes on my at setup.

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This ski is money

Answer to: "Anyone use this for touring, or the System? I got a pair and"

Rossignol 2011/12 S7 Ski

November 13, 2011

These would not be my answer for touring. I would look for lighter and less rockered. Maybe a pair of lets say Dukes for some small slack country type stuff but these are not ideal for touring. That being said they are a really fun POW ski and butter through the trees.

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S7

Armada JJ

Answer to: "Set on the Armada JJ ski. 5'7" 190 very aggressive skier,ski"

Armada JJ Ski

November 13, 2011

Scott,
I am 5'10 150 and love the 185. With the tail shape and rocker they are butter in the trees. I also love the look pivot and you could probably get away with the 14. Good luck

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Answer to: "Do they run true to size, or are they narrow?"

Scarpa Zen Multisport Shoe - Men's

November 13, 2011

I feel they are a tad narrow.

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Answer to: "Silly question - does this come with one tracker or a pair??"

Backcountry Access Tracker DTS Beacon

November 13, 2011

One Tracker. This beacon is a little easier to use. The Mammut has more features but is also pricier. I like to carry the same brand beacon as the people I go Backcountry skiing with the most. I think the biggest thing with any beacon you purchase is to practice. Good luck!

Nailed It? 0 Yes

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Discrete kills it

Answer to: "Do these pants of super weird euro sizing? If fit 32 normally"

Norrøna Falketind Flex 1 Softshell Pant - Men's

November 12, 2011

I have a couple pair of Norrona pants and the are slim fit and low rise. If you are a 32 large would be too big.

Nailed It? 0 Yes

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Spyder

Grabber hand warmers

honey stinger chews

Answer to: "Hi, I wear a 26.5 in BD boots, and live in Juneau AK, where I"

Dynafit Titan Ultralight TF-X Ski Boot - Men's

November 12, 2011

Brad,
Just picked up a pair from BC. I love the fit of these boots, but they are narrow. I have narrow low volume feet and they fit like a glove. I also own a pair of BD Quadrants which I feel have a little bit more room in the toe box and a wider fit. Boots are super light and have a great feel. Looking forward to grabbing a few turns this week.

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killer Bags

Great shoes

Millet Prolight 24

Icebreaker socks

Darn Tough Merino

Answer to: "Deciding between 160 or 167 GotBack. Wt 140 Ht 5'8""

K2 GotBack Ski - Women's

November 11, 2011

I would definitely not go shorter than the skis you are on now. 167 would work great

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Answer to: "Any major problems that i should know about?"

Smith Phenom Goggle

November 11, 2011

I purchased for my son and have had no problems at all. Very nice quality.

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Answer to: "Will these hold up to everyday resort use or should they be primarily"

MFD Alltime AT Binding

November 11, 2011

Hey Mike,
I'm sure these will hold up to everyday resort use. I would assume if you are buying these you are going to spend a good amount of time skinning. If I was only going to purchase one pair of skis for the season and I was 50/50 resort/backcountry I would happily use these everyday. If I had a quiver of 2 i would have 1 AT setup and 1 resort. Hope this helps.

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Marmot Ignitor Fleece

Icebreaker Bodyfit200 crew

Icebreaker Bodyfit200 long underwear bottoms

can you get replacement bottoms for these poles?

Black Diamond Traverse Ski Poles

November 10, 2011

can you get replacement bottoms for these poles?

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Black Diamond Traverse Ski Poles

North Face Denali Jacket

Norrona Roldal Pants

yakima sky box pro 21

Super tasty

Baffin Evolution Boot

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