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size 43 only for pioneer

I'm similar weight (and more like 6') height. I ski in the SLC area and have both the 188 FT62 xplore model and 189 sbound 98 (from ~2019). I ski on nnnbc. FT62 is unfortunately better in all ways except option for scales: turns more easily, "floats" better in powder, handles hardpack much better. ....

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Any thoughts on how amundsen performs as a skate ski on flatter but choppy snowmobile track? Would ski it a bit short I think. Thanks

Verdict on skating a shorter gamme? Short gamme for me would be a good long gamme for my wife... multipurpose tool. This makes me think the category c camber (https://asnes-academy.com/en/choose-the-right-gear/everything-you-need-to-know-about-camber-in-cross-country-bc-skis/) is most akin to a skat...

Looking for a new ski for fast adventures on packed snowmachine trails-- envisioning skating flat terrain and kicker skin for sustained climbs (or maybe wax if ideal condition). Would think mounting nnnbc with alfa skarvet and red flexor for prolonged skating. Thinking about fischer transnordic 59 o...

that would be great for corn season. i love my ft62.

i agree fischer sbound 98 is similar. that was my first xcd ski and started this whole thing.... very aggressive scale pattern.

fwiw - asnes waxless pattern leaves much to be desired so even if they made a waxless ft62 it might not do the trick.

maintain reserve buoyancy, in case one is unexpectedly pitched forward. This is a good description of how my stance developed--- faceplant prevention. They are now relatively rare in nice conditions-- but not in variability like any sort of surprise sun curst! Much (not all) of the telehiro stuff i...

Have had my eye on this: https://www.thedrift100.com/

option to ski, run, or bike

I will play! JB TELE *For soft snow and soft boots as you and I are both skiing: - I have found success with a tighter and more rear-ski weighted stance. Stand barefoot on the floor -> sink a few inches by flexing the ankles and bending the knees so your knees are over your toes -> lift one foot off...