Winter 2012/13

olv said:
I think if on piste performance is a genuine concern then they probably aren't the right ski for what you want. They ski brilliantly on piste for what they are but I wouldn't take them out unless there's been a fresh dump and on those days you only use the piste as transport between the deep bits so it doesn't really matter how they ski.
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what alternatives would you suggest? I want to get off piste much more but in Europe the snow is not nearly as enticing and predictable as North America
 
Is it going to be your single do everything ski? If so something like the Line Blend, Salomon Shogun 100, Rossi S3 would offer more all round ability than a dedicated powder ski like the Bacon. Don't get me wrong the bacon is absolutely brilliant fun and can be used for everything, I loved mine but if you're doing a week in Europe with no guarantee of snow then you might want something more versatile.
 
Right the missus has said it's a new pair of boots for Christmas :). Any recommendations for fittings nearest Cambridge? Probably have to go to London ..
 
Snax said:
what alternatives would you suggest? I want to get off piste much more but in Europe the snow is not nearly as enticing and predictable as North America
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My Salomon 2012s are fantastic all round ski. Great for most of your between piste off piste etc. and most of what Europe can throw at you. Playful and stand up very well on piste as well.
 
platypus said:
Right the missus has said it's a new pair of boots for Christmas :). Any recommendations for fittings nearest Cambridge? Probably have to go to London ..
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Depends on what type of foot shape she has. If she is your normal, all will fit, but salomons come quite narrow footed, whereas the nordicas and heads are pretty forgiving for width.

Ski exchange in dry drayton isn't bad, but there is a place I can't remember what it's called now. I'll think of it.
 
QuickLink said:
Depends on what type of foot shape she has. If she is your normal, all will fit, but salomons come quite narrow footed, whereas the nordicas and heads are pretty forgiving for width.

Ski exchange in dry drayton isn't bad, but there is a place I can't remember what it's called now. I'll think of it.
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Yeah been there as well seems ok.

I think personally I would consider purchasing in resort, it seems to be recommended and the prices aren't really any different if your going to a shop in the UK to be fitted. Internet is a different kettle of fish though

At least in resort you eliminate the altitude issues etc, which people seem to have varying amounts of belief or disbelief in.
 
"Powder Possible :- 31cm of Fresh Snow is forecast for La Plagne over the next 2 days."

Bah, second decent dump of the season likely, hopefully will continue till Jan. Last season they had had so much when I went mid Jan its was awesome, and it didn't start snowing this early last year..
 
robskinner said:
Yeah been there as well seems ok.

I think personally I would consider purchasing in resort, it seems to be recommended and the prices aren't really any different if your going to a shop in the UK to be fitted. Internet is a different kettle of fish though

At least in resort you eliminate the altitude issues etc, which people seem to have varying amounts of belief or disbelief in.
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I can seriously confirm the altitude issues of swelling feet. I had serious issues as my boots were such a snug fit in the UK where "fitted" and up the mountain it was pure cramp. One way to ruin an entire weeks ski!
 
robskinner said:
Yeah been there as well seems ok.

I think personally I would consider purchasing in resort, it seems to be recommended and the prices aren't really any different if your going to a shop in the UK to be fitted. Internet is a different kettle of fish though

At least in resort you eliminate the altitude issues etc, which people seem to have varying amounts of belief or disbelief in.
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Sound advice, thanks.
 
QuickLink said:
I can seriously confirm the altitude issues of swelling feet. I had serious issues as my boots were such a snug fit in the UK where "fitted" and up the mountain it was pure cramp. One way to ruin an entire weeks ski!
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It's difficult though because the liners will slowly pack out after a couple of weeks of use which will cause them to go loose if they're not snug enough to start with.

It can be a close balance and obviously boots shouldn't be cripplingly painful but I'd always go for snugness than too loose. Personally I've never experienced any foot swelling at altitude but I guess that varies person to person.

How did the Opus order go? :p
 
I got a "telling off" and so they still have not been purchased. :(

I had to buy winter tyres and the Mrs thought that I should wait...

[angry face]

So I bought a goPro 3 instead as I can hide that :P
 
QuickLink said:
Depends on what type of foot shape she has. If she is your normal, all will fit, but salomons come quite narrow footed, whereas the nordicas and heads are pretty forgiving for width.
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A little bit over-simplified. Salomon have a reputation for bring s narrow fit but it isn't really true these days. Most if their boots are around a 100mm last. Head boots are great for big feet all over. If you've got a wide forefoot but narrow ankle/heel then they're rubbish.

Definitely go to a specialist and get them correctly fitted. Also get a custom footbed as well.
 
QuickLink said:
I got a "telling off" and so they still have not been purchased. :(

I had to buy winter tyres and the Mrs thought that I should wait...

[angry face]

So I bought a goPro 3 instead as I can hide that :P
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Haha, at least they'll still be around next year.

Finally going cat skiing this year, tiny bit excited.

Echo timebomb on custom footbeds, invaluable for good comfort in my experience.
 
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