I’m a decent skier (i can carve pretty consistently on most runs), recently i’ve been intrigued by pole guards on ski poles and i think they would look good on my One Way poles which i love. I’m just afraid i’d look dumb putting them on if i don’t race. Do you know anyone who has pole guards on just for the aesthetic? What would you think if someone you knew did?
Can anyone recommend a serious boot fitter (other than Surefoot) in the NYC area — or nearby in NJ or CT? Would be grateful.
My son and I both ski. We live in the midwest and have a small hill that we ski regularly. I only ski runs, but he does a mixture of runs and park. We will also go on one "big mountain" trip each year and take our own skis.
He's in need of a new pair this year and has been focusing on Armada ARV 88's and Line Tom Wallisch's. Both the 2026 model, not the newer models.
Because he does a mixture of runs and park, I am kind of lost. Would love to hear what people think about the combo options I've found on Ski Essentials and Evo (and would love to hear if there are other websites to check out):
Ski Essentials
Line Tom Wallisch Pro w/Tyrolia Attack 14 GW bindings ($529.97)
Armada ARV 88 w/Tyrolia Attack 14 GW bindings ($699.95)
Evo
Line Tom Wallisch Pro w/Atomic Strive 12 GW bindings ($531.17)
Line Tom Wallisch Pro w/Look Pivot 2.0 13 GW bindings ($627.93)
Line Tom Wallisch Pro w/Look SPX 12 GW Pro bindings ($517.46)
Armada ARV 88 w/Armada Strive 14 GW bindings ($679.91)
Armada ARV 88 w/Look SPX 12 GW Pro bindings ($560.45)
Thanks!
Hey ya’ll the liners in my Fischer RC4 HV 120s are packed out after like 50 days on them. I was thinking an about getting some ZipFits but I don’t know if I need the Gara HV or LV. Advice?
hi all,
will like to check if the boot flex is too soft for my needs.
recreational skier for 4yrs, 80% groom run, 20% ungroom/tree/park practise, maybe total of 100days on slope.
maybe strong beginner? or intermediate? can go down most groom piste, easy black run.
Do not have a bootfitter in my country, thus am unable to seek bootfitter advice. Have 2 to 3 weeks of ski trips at different places a year. Most of the time, my trip does not have time to visit a bootfitter store as well.
I started with rental of 28.5 (which was tight and painful when started) with 29.5 Nordica Sportmachine 100 (got it in US during sale based on my shoes US size of 11) but could feel that it got too roomy as I progresses.
thus, I brought it to a store during NZ ski trip last year. But the store staff mentioned there was no way to improve the fit and thus recommended 26.5 K2 BFC with 100 flex, did the heat molding for the fit.
now a year later after ard 15 to 20 ski days in this pair of boot, I am thinking if the boot flex is too soft and if K2 BFC is too spacious, likely liner is packing out.
178cm and 100kg
measurement of my feet with a 3d scanner.
Length 260mm
Width - 94 and 98mm
Instep height - 68 and 70mm
High arch
Girth - 249 and 244 mm
Thinking if I should get a new boot or if there are any bootfitter here that could provide better advise for my consideration.
Appreciate any help.
I feel like I am doing something wrong here. Is the plastic in a 130 Salomon that much stiffer than a 120?
They are totally stock S/Pro 130 Alphas (all buckle) that I switched to from a size bigger 120 Supra at the very end of the season. Haven't had anything done to them yet because I only have like six days on them. Just threw my Sidas in and skied the slush. They feel really good other than this one thing and a little pressure on one of my ankles.
I'm going to the bootfitter next weekend anyway, but just wondering if I need to learn how to remove my boots better.
Hey everyone, I am always responsible of planning our Ski trips, finding flight and accommodation and making the purchase for all. Then explore the site and seeking for recommendations that fit to our preferences. Does anyone know a good application for planning group trips that I use this time?
I have been skiing a few seasons and I want to finally get my own pair of skis instead of using a rental, but I don’t know where to start. I usually go for a shorter ski for my height so I can go a bit slower. I try and stick to greens and maybe an occasional blue (east coast). Where do I start and what should I look for?
Hello guys, im a 5'9" 150lb skier from South America. I'm a strong intermediate skier (I can confidently ski all piste carving and feel comfortable on off-piste and touring), though still working on my positioning and carving. I have skied Blaze 94s for a couple of years now (4) and was thinking of going for a new 2 ski quiver when the season ends, consisting of Mantra M7 and QST 100. What do you guys think? I'd be able to rent the Mantras to try them out, but not the QST. Thanks!
I’ve got a pair of atomics with a nice top sheet I’d like to have visible, but to my knowledge many vertical wall mounts that face outwards can damage the edges. I went to my local ski shop and he said that skateboard wheels can hold up skis without damaging them. Anyone have any creative solutions? I think the skateboard wheels are kind of fun but I’m not 100% sure that something like that would hold my skis without damaging them. Also if this is the wrong place to post about something like this my apologies.
Just had my intuition wrap liners fitted. Everything is great but what the hell is the little string for? How can they expect me to cinch down the wrap with a little Velcro tab? Am I doing this wrong? It just rips off when I try to tighten it. Anyone could link me to an intuition video on what these are exactly, I would greatly appreciate it.
Not affiliated with them, but noticed that SkiEssentials just dropped a ton of video reviews for the '27 skis for those in the market.
My daughter is 17 months old and her foot currently measures 13.25 cm / 132.5 mm. She’ll start "skiing" around December/January at 21–22 months and ski occasionally through March.
We’re looking at Elan Bloom XS boots, either 15.0 or 15.5, with 70 cm U-Flex skis.
I need to buy now because we live somewhere without ski shops and even getting ski gear delivered is difficult, so waiting until December to size her isn’t really an option.
Would you go 15.0 or 15.5 given ~4–5 months of growth before she starts? Not trying to get two seasons out of them, just want a good fit through this winter.
Anyone have experience sizing boots for kids this young? Any tips? Thank you in advance!
I only recently started skiing, and this upcoming season will be my second season skiing on the East Coast. Last season, I skied mostly at Mont-Tremblant and Snowshoe in West Virginia, usually sticking to greens and blues on rental skis and boots. Toward the end of the season, I also tried a few black runs with a bit of a crying-baby face when things got icy! Altogether, I went downhill skiing around 15 times.
For this season, I’m interested in getting my own setup, but I’d also like to start getting into ski touring. My plan is to invest in a good pair of new boots that I can use for both downhill skiing and touring (more for downhill skiing), and then save some money by buying separate used downhill and touring skis.
I’m hoping to buy the boots soon, before the end-of-season/summer sales disappear and prices start going back up. I’ve also attached a screenshot with my foot measurements.
The problem is that I’m finding all the different boot types, bindings, compatibility standards, flex ratings, etc. pretty confusing as a beginner. I’m not really sure where to start or what kind of boot would make the most sense for someone at my level who wants to ski primarily at resorts but gradually get into touring as well.
I’d really appreciate any advice on what I should be looking for, especially when it comes to choosing the right boots and making sure they’ll work with both setups.
I've been skiing for 9 years (since i was 9) and look for some new skis since mine are too short , im pretty alright at skiing and mainly ski off piste thru the forest . I have no idea about skis honestly my dad bought these when i was 14 and i've been skiing on them since. I defo have a low budget ( under 400$) and do not need poles as i dont use em
188-194 length
2200-2400g
Twin Tip
Min 113 Waist
Medium Flex
Surfy feel
In relation to current skis:
Slightly stiffer than Arv 116 JJ
Lighter than ON3P Jeffrey 118
Slightly softer and lighter than Moment Wildcat
My current pick would be the new 2027 K2 Reckoner KF but those are a bit over 2400g according to ski essentials.
Maybe Scott SEA 116 but have not found much info on these.
Has anyone else experienced this failure with these boots or similar? It’s happening on both boots. Around 5 years old with approx 25 days which is a bit disappointing. Happens due to world cupping but I can’t get in any other way due to volume. Has anyone had any luck with goodwill replacement through amer sports for something like this?
There’s a good sale at my local store, and I’ve decided to buy ski boots for this winter season. I don’t have any experience or knowledge about buying ski boots, so I need some help choosing between these options. i need as much help as i can get.
here is the link of the store https://www.megasport.ge/ka/products?group_ids%5B0%5D=70
1 United States Dollar equals 2,60 Georgian Lari
If you don’t want to click on the link you found on Reddit (understandable lol), here are a couple of screenshots. thanks i weare size 43-44 shoes
