have you considered the voile Ultravector BC white?TheMusher wrote: ↑Mon Jan 24, 2022 8:48 amFellow teleturners,
Greetings from an OG of backcountry Norway. Virgin post here, hoping for some expert advice and discussion.
I'm currently considering a light, agile & nimble tele rig for touring. Use case is touring in mountains and alpine terrain, steep but not avalanche steep (max ~30°):
Hence, I'm considering the following rig:
- Boots: Fischer Transnordic 75 (ie. new VERY stiff leather boots)
- Bidings: Switchback
- Skis: 85-95 waist
I have a NTN rig, but the rigidity and heaviness takes away the freedom & comfort I seek when touring in the mountains - the reason I tele to begin with. Not fitting the scarpa instep doesn't help either.
Having skiied since birth I also find the NTN overkill for 90% of casual alpine touring. I know I'm throwing a torch here, but I ride frequently with newbies, so maximum turning power and speed is really not a priority. Obviously have dedicated rigs for non-alpine terrain.
What do you all think?
A major concern is compatibility with the leather shoes and SB, however stiff the boots may be.
Picture of Store Ringstind for use case example.
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https://www.voile.com/voile-ultravector ... white.html
with NNN BC + Alfa guard adv.
I believe this setup would be great on your pictured slope in all but boilerplate and variable or breakable crust....even then, full skins coming down would be fine on some crust. Especially since speed isn't a factor. In ideal conditions like spring corn or light shallow powder, these skis would be a carving machine.