Never tried BCXC, a little experience with groomed XC. Hoping to hear some gear recommendations for exploring nature
Use:
I ski mostly in NW and SE Wisconsin. Looking to break trail, on mostly flat and rolling hill terrain, skiing into ATV and summer hiking trails, and through open woods of tight trees and smaller brush. Also hoping to occasionally ride down moderate declines, and learning to tele turn. WI really doesn't have much for high altitude, especially where I am.
70% singletrack / 20% exploration (through woods and brush) / 10% downhill
Weather:
- Snowfall annual averages
- NW WI ~71"
- SE WI ~52"
- Season Nov - Early April
Skis:
I've been combing through threads and the Fischer Traverse 78 / S Bound 88 / S Bound 98 seems like it might be an appropriate fit. Prefer waxless; and love the easy skin option.
Leaning towards Traverse 78, but am curious how turnable and capable this is on downhill, both wider open descents and short sections of tight trail where I can safely burn off speed.
Also open to other ski recommendations!
Ski length:
Currently unsure of appropriate ski length, for my girlfriend and myself. We're both fairly athletic.
Myself:
- 6'2"
- 190lbs
Girlfriend:
- 5'2"
- 140lbs
Bindings & Boots:
Weighing NNN-BC vs. 3 pin, maybe leaning more towards Voile 3 pin for its telemark ability and attachable cable. Correct me if wrong, sounds like NNN BC is typically more soft and comfortable for K&G stuff though.
As a bonus, I've inherited some classic XC skis with 3 pin bindings, but do not have duckbill boots, not sure if went 3 pin route if the boots would work okay with these old 3 pin skate / classic XC skis. Just a fun thought.
You have a wonderful forum here, glad to have found it! Happy skiing