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Andrew R

Andrew R

Gender

Male

Height

5' 9"

Weight

160 lbs

Shoe Size

US 9.50

Skier Type

Type III - Aggressive

Ski Frequency:

50 - 99 days / year

My Skiing

I like to ski big days with lots of vert. I ski mostly backcountry on all kinds of terrain. I also skimo race.

My Gear

Daily Winter Driver:
4FRNT Ravens 184
Tecnica Zero G Pro Tour
Salomon MTN Binding

Spring Setup:
Blizzard Zero G 85
Tecnica Zero G Pro Tour
Salomon MTN Binding

Recent Posts

This is a great ski. A phenomenal race ski that handles basically anything that you throw at it. The newer version has some small tweaks and both versions ski very well. I have a slight personal preference to the older version but both are very good. One of the best race skis on the market.
The best of the best for race skis. It skis very well for a race ski in all kinds of conditions. I have used the previous version and the newer updated version. Both are great. I personally slightly perfer the older version but both are phenomenal race skis.
The best resource for skiing Rogers Pass. A great book with great maps, good route descriptions, and a lifetime of skiing. Volume 2 is a great addition with new routes if you already have Volume 1.
ATK currently makes the best touring bindings on the market. It's an outstanding binding that is easy to get in and out of, very durable, a very functional and efficient design, and it skis very well. The freeride spacer makes a big difference and really sets the binding apart. I've seen my ski partners have other bindings (Dynafit) fail on them mid run and these just keep on going. I came from the Salomon MTN which was a great binding. I think this one is easier to get in and out of, skis better, and is ...
Overall this is a great boot. Similar to another review that is already posted I'm coming from the Tecnica Zero G Pro in a 26.5 with a 9.5 street shoe. The fit is similar with these feeling a touch tighter both in terms of length and toe box. I love the range of motion and the transitions are easy compared to the Zero G. The boot is lightish but can still ski very well. I would say the Zero G skis better but also has 4 buckles. The lock mechanism is good but can randomly ice up. The Zero G has a more re...



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