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All, Thanks for all the hints, suggestions and tips. It is super helpful to see the different perspectives. I've got orders in with 3 different members for boots, bindings and a board. Once the boot fit is verified I should be good to (well at least start) in (hopefully) the next month here in the Mitten State. Incoming to me in the next week or so... and i didn't break the bank (at least not yet, will see what happens as i get more into it) Prior 4WD 169 UPZ RC 10 F2 INTEC titanium (step in) @Trenchman Thanks- we are up at Crystal a couple times a year usually (I have a kid that is a ski racer and they train and race there). Ive always liked that hill and would be great to get some in person pointers. Now bring on the snow!

@gpg760 Interesting - will send you a DM

Good to know about the Raichle connection with Deeluxe- Raichle boots fit me better than anything (kinda wish i still had my Flexons). I know Dalbello has some connection to them as well in manufacturing etc, so may make my boot choice easier as my current ski boots also fit really well. @softbootsurfer Already have thanks

@SunSurfer Yeah i love my Dalebellos (i've got the Panteras) - best ski boot i have had since my Raichle Flexon Comps... And thanks for tips on stepin heels- being in midwest with short runs i can definitely see the benefit to that as the laps build up.

Wow thanks all for the info and those of your that reached out in messages. Seems like i found the right spot for help! @Neil Gendzwill Yes - my biggest concern is boots. When I bought my latest ski boots i went through so many different brands/types before i landed on the Dalebellos, and then had them fit so they are actually more comfortable than some of the shoes I own. Lucky for me my wife's father is a ski boot fitter and should be able to help if i get a boot that is close. Will dive into some of the links shared and reach out to a couple of you - @Pat Donnelly And one more dumb question... are hole patterns going to matter much if I grab some of the bindings that @Alexey has posted? Are things pretty standardized? I'll let you all know how i progress.

TL;DR version. Looking for advice and gear for old skier/snowboarder looking to get into an alpine set up in the Midwest. Hello all, Name is Eric I just joined this forum (my friend Harrison pointed me here). I am located in Michigan and my home hill is primarily Schuss Mtn. (and Cannonsburg). Been skiing since 1974 (still ski a lot) and snowboarding since 1986 (also still ride a lot). When i see people out in carving set-ups, it looks so fun, and I've been thinking for past few years that a hard boot set up is a thing i need in my life. This is hopefully my year. Looking to get a set up for an old rider that wont break the bank - used would be great so i can get a feel for it and learn the basics, before upgrading later. Most of my riding will probably be early mornings at Schuss - so hard pack/groomed/icy on a short hill with some decent steepness in places. I am a very confident rider (soft boots) and used to instruct out in Breckenridge. When I ride SB I tend to flip between riding switch and regular a lot (something I will have to keep in mind). I rode a friends alpine board a couple times many...many years ago, and kinda sucked at it but still had fun. My details... Born in 1970 ( you do the math ) Height 5'10" Weight 240 (been shedding some pounds and working on doing quite a bit more). Shoe size - My ski Boots are a 26.5 Dalbello's, SB boots are Ride 27 (I wear between an 8.5 and 9 in US and have kinda wide feet). Any advise on size of board, what to look for etc. would be much appreciated. I realize angles etc are very personal but also looking for any tips for a recent convert. If you have gear that you are looking to sell that might be a good fit, please let me know. I have been reading through older posts on here and looking a classifieds, but honestly I am still so new to it all not quite sure what to look for. Thanks in advance for any and all suggestions, tips, links to gear etc. Sorry for the overly long post and admins- if this should be in the "Want to buy" category - please let me know. Eric