Hey Rebecca (& Buell) I'm semi-amazed at the responses in such a short amount of time. Like I say, though I have been in soft boots for quite some time now...and at this point feel most confident in the pow and trees in my current gear... I do want to start carving again. I like many went from skis to the hard plate set up and had a blast but I don't even remember when that was anymore)as I told you on the hill I use to ride a Checker Pig. But being an avid surfer I get so stoked seeing a carver....carve. I wanna!! Won't make it to the west coast event but will be riding at Powder all winter. Let me know about the bindings. peace