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Perisher Backcountry ski/climb trip info! 17-Aug-2012 At 11:58:03 AM TonyB

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On 17/08/2012 ecowain wrote:
> Much lighter and more comfy than "lightweight" tele boots like the excursion

I bought a pair of Excursions when my first pair of Alpina 2000 NNN BC's eventually fell apart to such a degree that I could no longer use them and I couldn't find an equivalent replacement. I found the Excursions like massive lumps of lead on my feet, certainly not what I'd call "lightweight". They did give more control but I hated them and was grateful to find another pair of light, soft and flexible Alpina 2000's.

Alpine Touring with skins is really a different sport and best suited to skiing spectacular spots like the Sentinel and Watsons Crags. It would be much easier for a downhiller to adapt to. If you are an excellent downhiller, this might be your best choice.

Extra lightweight gear and skinny skis can handle the steep though, as long as it doesn't get too cruddy. A pic of me before heading down into the deep fluff, between Vail and Aspen, with 2 guides. Skins are not needed for lightweight touring in Australia but are essential for climbing in spots like this, when the snow feels bottomless and poles become totally useless. I was very concerned about how I'd get back up if I fell ...

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