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by johral
Sat Jan 09, 2021 3:35 pm
Forum: TeleTurnAround
Topic: WTS - ALpina Alaska 75mm SZ 45 **NIB**
Replies: 10
Views: 15921

Re: WTS - ALpina Alaska 75mm SZ 45 **NIB**

odarrow wrote:
Sat Jan 02, 2021 8:50 pm
What is your street shoe size?
10 normally - these are a tad long for me and the ball of my foot sits back a bit, making them snug (I have a wide foot).
by johral
Thu Jan 07, 2021 9:08 pm
Forum: TeleTurnAround
Topic: WTS - ALpina Alaska 75mm SZ 45 **NIB**
Replies: 10
Views: 15921

Re: WTS - ALpina Alaska 75mm SZ 45 **NIB**

They're yours. Shoot me a DM.
by johral
Tue Jan 05, 2021 3:16 pm
Forum: TeleTurnAround
Topic: WTB: Skis, 75 mm boots, bindings
Replies: 2
Views: 4627

Re: WTB: Skis, 75 mm boots, bindings

I have a pair of Alaska in size 45 if that is close enough.
by johral
Wed Dec 30, 2020 12:31 pm
Forum: TeleTurnAround
Topic: WTS - ALpina Alaska 75mm SZ 45 **NIB**
Replies: 10
Views: 15921

Re: WTS - ALpina Alaska 75mm SZ 45 **NIB**

Bump...still available.
by johral
Mon Dec 28, 2020 11:34 am
Forum: Telemark Talk Forum
Topic: has anyone figured out a permanent fix for holes worn in boot bellows?
Replies: 36
Views: 50588

Re: has anyone figured out a permanent fix for holes worn in boot bellows?

Polyethylene usually requires a flame to prep the surface for bonding.
by johral
Fri Dec 18, 2020 12:53 pm
Forum: Telemark Talk Forum
Topic: Alpina Alaska Boot Treatment
Replies: 29
Views: 35036

Re: Alpina Alaska Boot Treatment

yoyoing wrote:
Thu Dec 17, 2020 7:55 pm
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Does the Nikwax discolor the leather similar to the Hydrobloc?
Fisheater's photos show a pretty drastic darkening using the Hydrobloc.
Thanks :D
Yes it does. Only a spray type treatment will keep the color from darkening.
by johral
Fri Dec 18, 2020 12:50 pm
Forum: Telemark Talk Forum
Topic: Will I wreck my leather boots?
Replies: 13
Views: 16107

Re: Will I wreck my leather boots?

My grandpa swore by Bear Fat (also said it made the best pie crust). He poured it inside the boot (leather work boots)when it was warm, then after a bit he would pour it out and scrape out what he could. He'd throw away the first pair of socks after treating them and then he was good to go. As for d...
by johral
Tue Dec 15, 2020 1:19 pm
Forum: Telemark Talk Forum
Topic: Beginner XCD ski choice
Replies: 18
Views: 21450

Re: Beginner XCD ski choice

Budget? That can help point you in the right direction quickly.
by johral
Thu Dec 03, 2020 12:34 am
Forum: Telemark Talk Forum
Topic: What do you carry in day packs? Backcountry XCd
Replies: 45
Views: 56605

Re: What do you carry in day packs? Backcountry XCd

My overall backcountry strategy is to avoid problems. When I am solo, I do not ski any slope of avalanche potential and avoid tree wells. In order not to Ralston myself, I always leave a detailed plan with my wife. I try to Ralston myself as often as possible...but that's my last name :mrgreen: . M...
by johral
Wed Dec 02, 2020 1:04 pm
Forum: Telemark Talk Forum
Topic: Alpina Alaska Boot Treatment
Replies: 29
Views: 35036

Re: Alpina Alaska Boot Treatment

Just an FYI regarding the "Wax" in some treatments. Although I am no cobbler, and don't plan to be, I'll give some info here that goes contrary to the other thread on leather treatments. I also never worked in the forestry trade, but I do wear hand built "Smoke Jumper" boots every day, and have for ...