Jump to content

speleoluc

Member
 View Profile  See their activity

  • Posts

    14

  • Joined

  • Last visited

 Content Type 

Posts posted by speleoluc

  1. Looking for replacement front bail for old Burton binding

    in Carving Central

    Posted

    Note that a normal Ibex/Burton toe clip won't work because the bail on this specific model binding is permanently attached to the toe block.  He would need a toe clip that can be attached without removing the bail (after breaking off the remaining pieces of the current toe clip).  But that is an old binding and replacing it entirely would be the safest thing to do.  Or buy one of Steven's sets cheap.

     

    Not finding a bail in a few local shops, I'll probably do that (drill the rivets, install a slide-on bail I already have and use stainless steel screws and Loctite). If that doesn't work, I'll contact Steven.

     

    The front bail was replaced long ago by a sturdy two-piece model that didn't require to be slid unto the wire.

     

    This board is used 2-3 times a year by a 100-lbs 15-year old girl. If I were to replace the bindings, I'd replace the board as well and we'd end up with a 4x4 hole pattern. So in the meantime, there's no reason to put much money in that board/binding.

     

    Thanks for all answers.

  2. Looking for replacement front bail for old Burton binding

    in Carving Central

    Posted

    Hi,

     

    I had lent an old Burton carving board to my daughter-in-law but one front plastic bail broke (the other one had been replaced long ago). I'm now looking for a replacement bail that can be installed unto the steel wire without removing the latter as the whole thing is riveted down and cannot be disassembled. I attached a pic.

     

    The wire diameter is 5mm or 0.2".

     

    Regards,

     

     

    --

    Luc Le Blanc

     

    post-5781-0-50723400-1455996217_thumb.jp

  3. Buckling up Deeluxe 325

    in Carving Central

    Posted

    Went back to the store last night. Different salesclerk. Boots buckled fine. I'll never know what we did wrong the first time. TF left liner way too tight. Standard liners fit better, but I'd need 28.5 then (smaller shell :) I might have to wait till next season to find them.

  5. Buckling up Deeluxe 325

    in Carving Central

    Posted

    Hi,

     

    I currently ride old SB 124 Raichle boots in size 30. They're a bit oversize and this could be what causes my shin pain.

     

    Last Saturday I had the chance to try both the 225T and 325 boots in size 29. While I could buckle up the 225, albeit starting with toes, then top, then middle, I couldn't close the 325 (even swapping liners). it's only on the toe buckle that I could make the buckle and the toothplate meet. Is this normal? Can the 325 ship with short buckles on a 29 shell?

     

    I would prefer the 325 as the 225 seem a bit soft for my 210 lbs+.

     

    I understand the Deeluxe boots are expensive for what they are, but I can't find the UPZ or Head boots in a store (Montreal, Qc, Canada), and buying boots online without ever trying them before seems very risky.

     

    Advice welcome.

     

  6. 2 pairs of Catek OS2 step-in bindings (one Short, one Long)

    in For Sale

    Posted

    I followed my email with post... Cut & paste the tracking # next time to make it easier for all.

    Given that you wrote me you had no warranty that I'd send the bindings (after making an offer), I figured a scanned receipt would provide you with more details and perhaps reassure you.

    UPS gives you a printed receipt. So I read and typed the number for you. ETA is tonight (Tuesday).

  10. 2 pairs of Catek OS2 step-in bindings (one Short, one Long)

    in For Sale

    Posted

    I'm interested in the short plates. I've never had an Intec setup and this seems like a great way to try it out. But I'd like to know more about what's wrong with the cable. Is the heel still functional? It's not clear - do you have two sets of heels, both with one damaged cable? Also, could I see a picture showing how much wear there is on the heel pads? Messaging through Bomber apparently isn't working reliably, so please email me at wolf_walk at h o t m a i l d o t c o m.

    Thanks.

    The heel cables are built like brake cables on a bicycle: there's an outer sheath made of plastic tubing inside which there's a metal liner made of wires (a brake cable uses a spring instead - better). Inside this sheath runs a metal cable that pulls the binding. The outer sheath only prevents the cable from actually touching and rubbing agains the boot liner; it suffers some damage over time, especially at the base between boot and heel, but as long as the inner cable is intact, the heel is perfectly functional (that's the case here). Unlike on a bicycle, the outer sheath has no functional effect - it could be removed and the heel mechanism would still work. If I were to re-install those heels on boots, after screwing everything in place, I'd wrap the outer sheath with tape, or, better, with heat shrink tubing. Here's a close-up view of the said outer sheath and the inner cable. As for the pads, they're in good shape. These were our bindings up to last year. The only reason we changed is because we got convinced step-in bindings were too stiff for extreme carving, and we switched to bail bindings (I must admit I miss the convenience, though). They are in perfect working order. And yes, each binding set comes wih a pair of heels (left and right).

    post-12624-141842419075_thumb.jpg

    post-12624-141842419079_thumb.jpg

  12. A 'Thank you'

    in 2014 ECES

    Posted

    Yes, many thanks to the organizers and sponsors. This event went just perfect and we had high times at getting low during our first ECES. We stayed till lifts closed every day and already look forward to return.

    Annick Normandin

    Luc Le Blanc

    Montreal

  13. Gear for sale at ECES

    in 2014 ECES

    Posted

    2 pairs of Catek OS2 step-in bindings (one Short, one Long). Complete with Intec heels. Good condition, ready to ride, with all parts and screws. Outer heel cable slightly damage but inner cable intact and perfectly functional. 225$/pair. We will have them at ECES Monday-Friday. E-mail me directly.

    post-12624-141842410629_thumb.jpg

  14. 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

    20. Fishrising W-F

    21. Shaggy

    22. Ian M, M-F!

    23. Max L, M-F

    23. Tim K, M-F

    24 Murphy Tues-Fri

    25. Brian Barrett, W-F (or more

    26. Khanh Vu M-F

    27. Rob A Tue-Fri

    28. Tom A Wed-Fri

    29. Redhawk Wed-Fri

    30. Jack Michaud Thu-Fri

    31. Glenn Mon- Sat.

    32. *Ace*, W-Thu.

    33. CMC, T-Thurs

    34. Peter V, W-F

    35. Gilbert V, W-F

    36. Team 32, W-F

    37. Chad K, M-F

    38. Ed Griffin (Griff) Thurs-Fri

    39. Hampton, M-F

    40. Baldylox, W only

    41. Billy (Drummr25), M-Thurs

    42. Dingbat, W-F

    43. Dan Lambert, M-F

    44. William and Conner

    45. Bricky

    46. Paulk

    47. Matt Warren. W-F

    48. Daniel Eardley (BKcarver) Tu-F

    49. Geoff Provan Tuesday-Thursday

    50. EriK Beckman, Tuesday(?)-Friday

    51. Phil MacAulay, M-F

    52. Dave MacKinnon, M-F

    53. Pat Moore, Friday only

    54. Luc Le Blanc M-F/S

    55. Annick Normandin M-F/S

    May I dare add we're from Montreal?

    Count us in for Ian's and Dan's clinics.

    --

    Luc le Blanc

×
×
  • Create New...