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good point, Leeho. I imagine hitting someone with a board while heli boarding is the least of their concerns. has anyone ever popped out of both bindings at the same time? regardless, the leash makes a nice should strap when trekking up hill. That alone is enough for me - ha. -Rob
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Thanks tufty, nutmeg and philw - all vivid reasons for using leashes in most situations and for not in some (like a helicopter). The leash was great at Mammoth - was a nice added confidence the board wouldn't fall off the lift chair when getting banged around by the renters on skiis next to me. I spent a good deal of time in the trees and the leash was the least of my concern. I had more trouble with getting a 169 board to turn quickly enough before the next branch hit me in the face. Note to self: lower binding angles do help for all-mountain skiiing. Loved my first 4 days on hardboots though - worth being called Hardboot Harry by my softie friends. -Rob
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Thanks Kasko - I ended up using the leash and it actually made a nice shoulder strap when hiking off Chair 14 at Mammoth. I set my binding angles lower and it definitely made a significant difference in the trees - actually like the hardboots in the pow. I have to say the Intec FAST heals were a pain though. I had trouble getting the rear to engage without having a perfectly flat place to stand. Considering getting some TD2's for next season...
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Thanks TLN - will give them a go as is - looking forward to tomorrow morning since we have some fresh snow. Will definitely be getting my alpine legs warmed up on the blues before hitting anything bigger!
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Nice. Have the leash on there - oddly thought the same thing that it would make carrying the board easier. Still trying to decide if my bindings are high enough off the board to set the rear one at 15 degrees. Worries the toe side will boot out though. This 40 degree deal, at least on the rear, seems mighty far forward! Should I just give it a go for the day tomorrow - think I'll be surprised at how much it helps to get the board on edge.
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Feels fine, just a bit more forward than usual. I used to ride in softies with the back at 0 and the front at 45. I'm wondering if that stance would hinder riding an alpine board in hard boots since the knees aren't aligned in the same direction. I guess it was a bad habit from surfing...?
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Thanks lowrider. So you'd stick with a 60/40 front/rear set-up before trying say a 45/15? Just worried about the boots hanging over but the fast toe plates do have a small lifter underneath...
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Haha. Thank you two_ravens - will set the bar low and consider it a success if the boots stay on the feet. Any beginning binding angles good to start with? 60/40 front to rear make sense as a beginning point?
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Which side of the disc to I read to determine placement angle? Is there a good online guide to binding set-up? Thanks!
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Thank you - I wanted to turn out the rear a bit more, get it closer to 25 but not sure if I'll boot out at that point... Do I have to remove 6 screws or 4? Are those toes lifters screwed through to the board? Who's in charge here? Mom...mommy.
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I can't tell which number to read on the discs, on the rear for instance - one says 40 on one side and 60+ on the other side of the disc. Appreciate any help...clearly this is my first HB set-up. Ha. Thank you! -Rob
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Yes sir! It's attached and ready to go.
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Thanks guys - will keep the leash on and play it safe to start!
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Thanks 2stroke! I'll ping you if we're making a return trip - two weeks out is more realistic. Do you use a leash at Mammoth?
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Thanks everyone! I'll wear a leash my first time out until I get more comfortable with these bindings and build some confidence. Last thing I want to do is accidentally release my bindings on the chairlift and spend the afternoon hiking to my board. Much appreciated - can't wait to get on the hill tomorrow. -Rob
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Going to Mammoth this weekend on my first hardboot set-up and using SnowPro bindings with a F.A.S.T step-in system. Do I need to use a leash? Apologies for the noob question - have some UPZ boots so the fit is pretty excellent with the bindings if that makes a difference. Much appreciated, -Rob
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Understood - will definitely pick some loctite up in case I have to drink more than planned to numb the humiliation of Day 1. Don't want to forget to tighten the boots in the morning of Day 2 and then find myself at the top with half a boot!
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Awesome. I'll go leashless...these snowpro's look pretty secure. Appreciate the info!
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Thanks WS360! Those are good tips, and those are also the used boots I was considering - glad to see you've noticed an improvement. I feel much better about strapping the equivalent of an ipad mini to my feet now! I'll definitely wear them around the house. Various reviews have also mentioned the UPZ models have a wider toebox than the Deeluxe, so that's definitely a plus for me. Have you had any issue with the walk/ride lever not staying in place? That was the only negative issue I ran across with these boots but could have been a combo of user error / anomaly. Regardless, looking forward to getting these molded to my feet. I have the FAST heels in the bag and imagine it will be easy to swap those out, if necessary since the Prior I picked up has snowpro bindings. I'll check the pockets of the bag the board was shipped in, but do I need to worry about a leash...? Appreciate everyone putting up with the beginner questions - definitely a bit more technical side of snowboarding but appears to be well worth the effort once out on hill. Thanks again!
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thanks websight, totally hear you - makes sense. I just cashed in an early birthday present and picked up some UPZ rc10's from 2012. Dan happened to have last year's model in a 28, so I grabbed them for Mammoth next month. should make the trip fun. I've never had boots that cost more than my whole board+bindings, but it seems like the smart ticket this time! looking forward to laying some trenches...
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thanks Nitro, makes total sense. I'm looking for an option around $400. Deeluxe and UPZ seem to be going for $500+ new, would love a more affordable boot option. I know I'll stick with the hardboot side of things, might as well bight the bullet and invest in decent boots. it's just tough when I got the prior 4x4 and snowpro bindings for $150. is it normal to spend the bulk of one's gear budget on boots?
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Forgot to ask, were you a bit shocked that you were a smaller size than expected? I measured my foot and it's right under 28cm, so I imagine I should go with a MP28.0 to ensure a snug fit?
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Heh...that sounds like my foot! Perhaps the UPZ boots are worth the money. The green 2012 RC10 5 buckle model with a thermaflow liner is available for $525. Carver's Almanac does say the boots are the most important part... Perhaps the RC10 natural fit with snowpro bindings will make a difference too. Now I'm reconsidering spending the extra loot. Appreciate you sharing your thoughts, Teach!
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Thanks FlyWalker and LamertoMI - looks like a Burton Wind/Fire is the way to go since they have 4 buckles and heals that I can swap out to make them compatible with SnowPro bindings. Looks like I won't be able to put the FAST heals on the Reactors - bummer since there are some listed. I'm trying to get the attention of the guy selling the Burton Winds, look perfect at a 28.5. Will save the extra loot for lift tickets and give these older Burtons a try. $525 for boots just seemed like a huge initial investment for my first season in hardboots. Much appreciated, -Rob
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Definitely still interested, is there a number I can call? Feel free to send me a note. Much appreciated, -Rob
