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by phoenix
Thu Jan 25, 2024 10:35 am
Forum: Telemark Talk Forum
Topic: Wannabe telemark skier here
Replies: 12
Views: 1799

Re: Wannabe telemark skier here

"7TM's are another option." These are very rare these days. I skied the 7tm Power Tours for several years and really liked 'em, they skied very well ("neutral" feel, but smoothly progressive) and never had a problem with them. If by some odd chance you do find a pair, avoid the 'regular' version, an...
by phoenix
Wed Jan 24, 2024 4:47 pm
Forum: Telemark Talk Forum
Topic: Wannabe telemark skier here
Replies: 12
Views: 1799

Re: Wannabe telemark skier here

"I wasn't even aware of the concept of "rocker launch" but googled it and this makes sense. The old Syner-G's I picked up definitely have some elf toe so I imagine the heal will not sit passively on the heel plate. Is this more of a concern for power loss and/or less than ideal ski response? " I ski...
by phoenix
Mon Jan 22, 2024 9:28 pm
Forum: Telemark Talk Forum
Topic: Tele sauvage
Replies: 9
Views: 1872

Re: Tele sauvage

Pretty sure that vintage of BD skis were still Tua's, carried over the from the Chouinard ski line. Skied a few of those, sold some models in the shops I was at.
by phoenix
Mon Jan 22, 2024 8:11 pm
Forum: TeleTurnAround
Topic: Wtb 75mm/3 pin bindings
Replies: 6
Views: 1665

Re: Wtb 75mm/3 pin bindings

I might have an extra pair of old Riva's of one version or another, if you're interested. Should be fine for what you're doing, and they'd certainly be "affordable".
by phoenix
Mon Jan 22, 2024 5:33 pm
Forum: Telemark Talk Forum
Topic: Xplore on Ice?
Replies: 126
Views: 41230

Re: Xplore on Ice?

"They held up plenty well for Tele turns on Eastern Hardpack with 85mm waist skis."

Just curious; what 85mm skis were you on?
by phoenix
Thu Jan 18, 2024 8:48 pm
Forum: Telemark Talk Forum
Topic: Replacement liners for T4s
Replies: 15
Views: 5538

Re: Replacement liners for T4s

"Did you ever get anywhere with this, Al?"

Don't think you'll get a response here John, Al got "Deactivated" from this site in the heat of the unrest with Johnny and Manney. Unfortunate. If you really want to to ask him, you can find him on BC Talk.
by phoenix
Wed Jan 17, 2024 10:00 am
Forum: Telemark Talk Forum
Topic: Binding recommendation for Karhu Guides and Garmont Excursions
Replies: 7
Views: 1207

Re: Binding recommendation for Karhu Guides and Garmont Excursions

The Voile 3pin cables would work well with that set up, use a Voile 10mm riser if you want to re-use the same holes. Another option would be any of the old Black Diamond Riva's, or Rottefella Chili's, again, on 10mm riser. Any of those will be lighter than the G3's, but parts shouldn't be hard to fi...
by phoenix
Tue Jan 16, 2024 3:35 pm
Forum: Telemark Talk Forum
Topic: Struggling to fit Merrell boots to Chouinard bindings
Replies: 17
Views: 2589

Re: Struggling to fit Merrell boots to Chouinard bindings

"Really, just looking for an answer my question about the Alaskas"

In which case... answer is yes.
by phoenix
Tue Jan 16, 2024 2:46 pm
Forum: Telemark Talk Forum
Topic: Struggling to fit Merrell boots to Chouinard bindings
Replies: 17
Views: 2589

Re: Struggling to fit Merrell boots to Chouinard bindings

I've skied those xcd-gt's for a few decades now, and have skied those bindings (or something nearly identical), but not on that ski. That's a poor match. The skis warrant a sturdier boot, and were/are typically skied with a solid leather. Thin soled leathers won't do it justice. Those wire bales als...
by phoenix
Mon Jan 15, 2024 7:29 pm
Forum: Telemark Talk Forum
Topic: Madshus Eon + Voile 3 pin cable + Scarpa T2 (old blue ones) = Good Idea? Where to mount?
Replies: 10
Views: 1800

Re: Madshus Eon + Voile 3 pin cable + Scarpa T2 (old blue ones) = Good Idea? Where to mount?

"There are plastic plugs guys use...I have also used hardwood dowels and waterproof glue." I use both, depending on the hole clearance relative to the new set. My preference is the wooden plugs, if I have enough on hand. I clean out the old holes, rasp the topsheet down if there's any volcanoeing, s...