🚀 go-pugleaf

OK folks, seeing that no one has yet to revive the annual 
X-C ski equipment controversy, I have decided to take on the 
burden.

I am considering buying some backcountry equipment.
Does anyone have experience with the Asolo Glissade 350 boot?
How about the Epoke 900, Fischer Touring Crown, or the new
Karhu Edge skiis (the ones with the partial metal edge)?

Also bindings -- I have heard various arguments against 
some of the heavier touring bindings -- especially that they
can ruin the welts of your boots.  Anyone have any experience
with this, or with the lighter (wire bail) Asolo 12-15mm binding?

My usage will be a lot of off trail, backcountry day-tripping,
including a lot of screwing around on hills trying [:-)] to
telemark.  Also an occasional overnighter (perhaps 1-2 times / year).
Not sure about full-length edges -- hear they slow you down too much
for touring, and I'm not LOOKING for ice.

So let's get discussing!  Eugene Miya, are you out there?

This should keep me going until I can actually get to the 
mountains!  :-)

- David Longerbeam @ Zehntel Automaiton Systems, Walnut Creek, CA
  (415) 932-6900

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David Longerbeam @ Zehntel Automation Systems, Walnut Creek, CA
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