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nvsnowlion

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  • Location
    Reno, NV
  • Home Mountain/Resort?
    Sugarbowl
  • Current Boards in your Quiver
    2005 Donek Axis 162
    2011 Donek Incline 160
  • Current Boots Used?
    Deeluxxe Track 224
    Vans Cirro w/Boa Lacing
  • Current bindings and set-up?
    162 Axis = TD3 step in, goofy foot stance, 45 degree front, 35 rear

    160 Incline = TD Power Plate System, Flow M9, goofy foot stance, 38 degree front, 5 degree rear.
  • Snowboarding since
    1987
  • Hardbooting since
    2001

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  1. Oldsnowboards - not a problem, no offense taken. I had only one season on the TD1 and no idea the market value. It is interesting to learn what the TD1 are worth now. You and I met once years ago at Mt. Rose in the side country. I rode The Chutes with you too. You shot a video of me that I am thankful to have. Best regards, Mark By the way. Would you have any of the soft TD2 e-rings in good shape you can part with? Need them for my soft boot set up. Thanks
  2. Ace you should take that great deal from Bryan. I only have one pair that I have personally used and taken great care of. I value them too much to let them go for a hundred bucks.
  3. I have a complete, 0 degree plates, purple bumpers, step-in set up. Complete with hardware. And the toe bail springs still have life in 'em! Will sell for $220 shipped from Nevada to you in CT.
  4. I am making what for me is a big change from the step-in to the standard binding this week. I was influenced by other threads here that tell me I will have more flex out of the standard, which I want. So now I am wondering if I should also change from the Blue E-ring to a Yellow. I weigh in at 165lbs and like to ride all mountain on an Axxess. I am sure there is some difference in how each color feels but I have not tried them all. What is your experience with the different E- rings? Is there a big feel difference between the colors?
  5. That is a great summary. The main reasons I have never used a standard is the " can come accidentally undone under the right circumstances." and "difficult to engage on steep surfaces" I had a friend who had these troubles with the standard and that is why I went step in from the start. And it made me check that my heel was locked every time I stepped in.
  6. I've been riding step-ins since 2001, and never tried a standard binding. I like to ride all-mountain, all conditions on a Donek Axxess. Never had an unintended release, or cable break. Still using the same intec heels I bought back then. After reading this thread I have to know first hand what the standard binding is like. Just ordered the Bomber TD2 retrofit kit to go standard. I would be happy to get the added flex that Surf Quebec speaks of. I hope it is a good trade off for the step in convenience. Can't wait to try this new set up. Now if it would just snow here in Tahoe it would be alright. Four years in a row with sub-normal snow pack and this year was the worst yet. 5 years ago we were still riding on the 4th of July. Damn you fickle b!#ch mother nature!
  7. I started in Flagstaff, AZ 1986 on a Burton Performer that I still have. Wish I had keep my Mystery Air and Asym Airs too. Got my first season pass in 1987. Worked at a ski shop in Flagstaff and we hosted Bert Lamar on his Coors light sponsored Lamar pro model tour. Remember that stick? He was fun to ride and drink with. Then moved to Tahoe in 1990. On my 24th season pass now, 10 of them as a groomer operator. That was the best. Work all night, punch out, get on chairlift, ride for 3-4 hours, drink beer, sleep, wake up and repeat. Well over 100 days a year in those seasons. Living like a vampire and riding as much as possible. Moloik \m/
  8. Worst winter in the 25 years I've been here. Praying next season ends the 4 years of drought we've had.
  9. I have an Incline 160 set up with Flow NXT-FSE binding and the Bomber Power Plates. I wanted a soft boot, all-mountain, carving board. This set up is a little on the heavy side. But I really like the weight, and stiffness, for powering through chopped up "Sierra Cement". I am always amazed at how quickly I can transition to the edge and the leverage I get when holding that edge. If you have not tried the Power Plate you should. If you ride in Tahoe just contact me an you can try mine. The combination of these two products, from these best in the business manufacturers, always has me grinning from the top of the lift to the bottom.
  10. I could not agree with you more about the quality of service and product you get from Sean and Donek \m/. I have an Incline 160 set up with Flow NXT-FSE binding and the Bomber Power Plates. I wanted a soft boot, all-mountain, carving board. This set up is a little on the heavy side. But I really like the weight and stiffness at the end of the day to rail through the "Sierra Cement" crud. You just cannot go wrong with Donek products. The Axis 162 I bought in 2005 is still going strong and ridden regularly when I want the hard boot all-mountain experience.
  11. I ride a Donek Incline for soft boot riding. I really like the Bomber Power Plate system with it. Try that Power Plate if you think you are still going to want to carve hard in the softies. It makes a real difference getting on edge quicker. And I think with it's smaller footprint it does allow better board flex. Not sure how this set up would work for a girl. I guess it would depend on how aggressive you ride. But I say go with Donek and you won't be disappointed.
  12. That sure is great news. And they gave you a new grey hair on your dome to remember your trip by.
  13. Hey I'm with you. I had the displeasure of watching my amigo kiss the hardpack at speed last week in an open face helmet. Result was nice lump on the forehead, pretty little shiner, and nearly 2 minutes of the day he just does not remember. After that I did some research on full face helmets. Could not find stats on increased neck injury. Though it seems possible. Apparently they are banned in world cup ski racing. For me the best choice was the Troy Lee Designs D2. It exceeds the safety testing standards required for bicycles and snow sports. They are used by Palmer and Jacobellis in boardercross. And in downhill MTB racing. Although it is still a one-hit-and-replace helmet. Most are but for the new POC full face. I rode in mine for the first time on Friday. I would recommend them to anyone. No real issue for me with weight, vision, or wind noise. I was worried about that visor in the wind but it was not a problem. You may be judged by others for the way it looks, but thats their trip. Honestly IMHO at the speeds most of us in this forum ride it makes sense to protect your whole melon. I am no fan of reconstructive surgery and I want only want to lose teeth to old age. I would like to read a study on the neck injury issue if anyone knows of one.
  14. And I was wanking about a ding... Hopefully the rest of your week is much better than today.
  15. I think tex1230 is dead on, it does just depend on what feels right for you. Experiment with it all if you can. I stopped using cants because I found that it made long traverses tiring. For me it is hard to relax in the position they create, although it is great while carving. But I am probably not the norm. Heck I thought the ASYM boards were fun and where are they now? Bottom line customize till you maximize the fun factor!
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