Reviews by User: Maine-iac (5)

I originally bought the freerides, but in the wrong size, so i was somewhat forced to buy this binding from my local shop. My initial reaction was just like stevens pass guy's "leashes, oh cool!". But try putting on your ski on a steep icy slope and you will quickly realize they are not so cool. Overall, i really dislike the leashes, so get the breaks. Secondly, i broke the riser part of the binding off while resort skiing. I do not recall landing on that part of the binding, but its no longer there, and i am waiting for a replacement part to be shipped to me. They do feel a little flimsy, but not breakable. On a plus side, while skiing in them i can really put some power into the turns. They hold my boot very well, and while at a medium DIN setting (6 or 7) they dont eject me. Although, im going to crank up the DIN, because i dont want my skis coming off and still being attached to me as i yard-sale around. They are also much lighter than a standard binding. Many pros, but one or two major cons.

These skins tend to slip off the back of twin tips. for other info see review above.

By far the best pad i have ever used. Well worth the 100 dollars. From sleeping on beaches to parking lots, to mountain slopes, i have never not gotten a great nights sleep due to objects sticking into me. Like zen_greg says, "How much for a good nights sleep?" it is well worth trying this pad. As long as this model is in production, i will only use it!