Alpine Ski, Boot, Binding, setup ideas and thoughts
Head boots are a popular choice for many racers. However, how many of us know the factory cant [tilt] of Head boots? Ok, so, why is this important? Because Head boots [like many of the Race products they offer] are kind of different [innovative] from the norm. And, as a racer YOU NEED TO KNOW…
So, you buy a new pair of skis….. Or, you have a set of used skis re-ground / new base grind at a ski shop. The very first question “How do you want your base and edges?” What you say….. A lengthy [persuasive] discussion might ensue leading to a wrong or right decision in the…
It didn’t have to end this way…. I have witnessed [to my surprise] top jr. ski racers lose a ski on the first run of a race day due to binding adjustment issues. Scenario 1: Race day is aggressive snow / Ice on course. Lots of chatter from the skis when turning.\ The Toe slide…