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  1. Ski pulk/sled - Attaching Skis - Need Ideas Please!

    in The Lodge

    Posted

    Wow thanks for the input so far guys.

    @Johnny: I could probably rub on wax but it wouldn't last (not that porous etc) and the drag/resistance issue of the whole sled would still be an issue.

    @Brian: thanks for the links for the hardware - got a grainger close by I'll check out.

    @dingbat: Hmmmm interesting idea. I wonder if I a brace the tips of the x-country skis with a bar of sorts and anchor my tow bars there, perhaps that will allow it to turn easier and flex the skis through a turn.

    @BobD: I've got an old Burton FP 167 but that's all for beater not-in-use. I'm sure I could track down a couple crummy twin tips. I like the idea of having the inserts already there too. I suppose only concern would be added weight.

    Great food for thought! Keep it coming...

  3. Ski pulk/sled - Attaching Skis - Need Ideas Please!

    in The Lodge

    Posted

    What conditions do you expect to haul this across? Groomed? Fresh snow? Packed snow and ice? Up hill or flat? Straight or lots of turns?

    Skis mounted on a sleigh want to track straight , if the load is heavy it will ONLY go straight.

    For the best ideas, go back in time to when it was common place to haul over snow. Look at what they did.

    Example my Dad used to cut timber and use horses to pull sleds. He built me a sled to smooth gravel and had some very good ideas of what works and what doesn't , time proven.

    Bolt from above, use eye bolts so you can unbolt them without tools and provide tie down points at the same time.

    Inserts from the bottom of skis , epoxied in, cabinet type should work fine.

    Conditions are going to be variable from tracked out snowmobile trails (on unmaintained double-track cottage "road") with potential for lots of ruts and irregular terrain, hardpack, and ice on frozen lake. Powder, I wouldn't count on it regularly here but you never know when there might be a dump of snow. We only use this a few times a year too...

    Hmmm, never thought of the only tracking straight thing...even if they are shape skis? ;)

    I wonder if it's worth risking it then if the thing won't turn with a heavy load.

    What are you referring to by "cabinet type" inserts?

    Thanks again guys!

  5. Ski pulk/sled - Attaching Skis - Need Ideas Please!

    in The Lodge

    Posted

    I figured this would be a good place to start as many seem to be creative, tech savvy, and innovative with certain aspects of our sport. I want to pick your brains about how to best attach skis to my sled/pulk (see pic of similar sled below). We are hauling our sled primarily by human power using snowshoes and cross country skis. In its current form, the sled has tons of drag and is a pain to lug uphill especially when hauling loads upwards of 50lbs. So, I want to attach skis to the bottom...probably an old set of downhill (for stability/float) or cross country skis due to their light weight.

    My initial thought was to counter sink the base of the ski for the bolt, and go through/into a piece of 2x3 or 2x4 (spacing to give clearance from snow) and use fender washers on the plastic of the sled with nut. Note: the plastic on these is surprisingly thick so I'm not too worried. I used eye bolts and fender washers at the anchor points on the front of the sled for where we attach the tow bars and have hauled heavy loads no problem.

    Second idea: Use T-nuts on the ski base but I'm not too sure how easy or effective that would be.

    Third idea: Drill and anchor from the top of the ski. If bindings can hold a full grown adult, surely it could work for a sled...no?

    Anyway, please give me your ideas, thoughts, concerns! I have a couple weeks before I'll be using it again. Thanks!

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  8. How to bring a never-ever to the sport?

    in Carving Central

    Posted

    My wife started in softboots for a couple times out and hated it. She was getting the hang of it but found it awkward and she had a perfect setup for her. We sold her gear, I bought her some used Blax (softer HSP) and put her on my Oxygen Apex 165 (medium flexy) and she caught on sooooo quickly. Her atheltic capacilities are also very good, can skate circles around me, recently also picked up downhill skiing again (the edging thing can be transfered someone from skating) and just has a good sense of balance/awareness. She felt so much more comfortable in hardboots and it showed.

    I came from skiing and went straight into hardboots. Tried softies for two runs after being in hardboots for a season and didn't like it. Have never had the desire for softboots so I was determined to make hardbooting setup work and consider myself a solid intermediate now. I wanted to hardboot and carve, period. As others will probably agree, the best thing for learning is to just get out and ride on your setup as much as possible, and get familiar with it.

    As for teaching, we are very fortunate in my area to have someone with the patience and passion to teach newbies. He's got a level 2 for softies and much of that I believe has transfered over in the early stages of learning. Hope that helps!

  9. Ottawa Ride Thread '13-14!

    in Canada - Ontario

    Posted

    Great night, everyone! What a treat; having the hill to ourselves and such great snow conditions. We were five dedicated riders out there tonight, and all of you were making carving look easy and fun :D Thanks for an awesome session!

    Yes, awesome night indeed. I didn't think we'd last that long in the cold but the snow was just too good! Thanks to Ian again for providing those little tips that can yield big results! I think everyone stepped it up a notch at the end and looked super smooth...Ian of course always looking smooth :p Hopefully next sesh is a tad warmer. Come on out!

  10. OEM Head/Burton Hard-boots Dalbello similarities

    in Carving Central

    Posted

    Anyone know of someone with narrower feet riding these and either loving or hating them?

    I assume you are referring to Head's?

    I have pretty average "D" width and they were fine BUT where I found these boots big is the overall volume not necessarily width. To me, they were just a really high volume boot that I had to crank down on the buckles and never got a good fit. I also pronate moderately and have off-the-shelf ConForm'able Volcano footbeds that help but if your foot is low profile (also low arch and not properly "corrected") you might find the boot volume an issue. I didn't tinker around with fit too much and didn't want to throw any more money at them so took the plunge on UPZ's and have never looked back. That is just my experience and I know there are tons on here that ride them and they work great.

    I also bought a NOS pair of Dalbello Carve for cheap (B stock), same mold as HSP's, seemingly identical liner and I find them way more snug (go figure) and a PITA to get into. I was going to modify them a-la-BlueB with BTS and use them to switch from skis/snowboard but never did. Hope that helps!

  11. Ottawa Ride Thread '13-14!

    in Canada - Ontario

    Posted

    Quick note to say that tomorrow's carving session (Jan 21st) is still ON, despite the week of cold temperatures. I'll be out there, dressed warm, having fun :D Come play!

    7pm, at the base of waterslide-side quad.

    Just phoned Cascades to confirm they are staying open (last year Vorlage closed in these temps). They are open. Tonight is a great opportunity to have the whole hill to ourselves. Bundle up folks!

  12. New Board Porn 2013-14

    in Carving Central

    Posted

    It's finally in my hands!

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    Specs:

    Extreme carve, 22 waist, a little extra stiffness 'cause that's the way I like it.

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    I designed this spec sheet and got Bruce to add it to one of his standard topsheets. I love that detail on Donek boards, I don't need to try to remember the specs any more.

    That looks sweet Corey! The specs are nice to have on the board for sure. I ride with CaRtharsis who has a Coiler EX and he absolutely loves it. What angles are you running with your UPZ (MP27 or 28?)? Looks like you can even go more slack without any overhang. Ride on!

  15. Ottawa Ride Thread '13-14!

    in Canada - Ontario

    Posted

    We still on for tomorrow evening? Only reason I ask is it's supposed to be isolated showers in morning then freezing up at night...it'll be hard! Wednesday looks more favourable with a dusting of snow and the hard crud might be more groomed in more. Either way I'm there with a smile :D

  16. Ottawa Ride Thread '13-14!

    in Canada - Ontario

    Posted

    Anyone out today? Boo rain. Strange that conditions for you guys at Cascades were bad the other night. I was there the night before and it was decent. Surprise-chair side had some good nuggets though but I still found tons of grip. Veeerrry fast though. Can't wait for Tuesday!

  19. ECES is right around the corner, who's planning on coming and for what days????

    in 2014 ECES

    Posted

    1. Mark Brown, M-F

    2. Jim Cheen, W-F

    3-4. Andrea, Dave & Lillian Morgan, M-F

    5. GeoffV, M-F

    6. Michael Mercurio, M-F

    7. Stephane Paquette, M-F

    8. Derek Bonser, M-F

    9. Tabatha, M-F

    10. Brad Burns, M-F

    11. Annie Beaudoin, M-F

    12. Claude Fagnan, M-F

    13. CarveFather, W-F hopefully

    14. Bob Russell Buggs, W-F

    15. Alex Juhasz, M-F

    16. Steph Juhasz, M-F

    17. Karson Mui, W-F

    18. John Philkill, M-S

    19. Hilux, M-F

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