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Michael Gurtman

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    I live and play in Aspen Co
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    Love the outdoors. Skiing, Biking, Hiking, camping etc. Living the dream at the foot of a mountain.
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    39 years old
    5'10
    150lbs wet
    Married with 2 Children...9 year old girl and 7 year old boy

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Icelantic Shaman Ski

November 18, 2011

These would be fine for slack country but are probably a bit heavy for full touring. Depends how often and far you are planning to skin.
Hope this helps.
Good luck!

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Marker Jester Pro Binding

November 18, 2011

For Sure. The lighter Jester still goes up to 16 DIN. Although the green is pretty sweet.

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Volkl Nunataq Ski

November 18, 2011

Baron and Duke are the same except DIN setting Duke has a higher setting. Both Baron and Duke have hike function. If you are going to skin grab the Duke or Baron.

If you are not going to skin grab the Jester or Griffon (depending on your DIN preference). If you are not going to purchase skins for these skis no need for AT bindings.

Hope this helps.
Good luck!

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Icelantic Keeper Ski

November 16, 2011

I think you will enjoy the 178. The 189 would be cool to have for bomber open bowl days, but i bet you enjoy the 178 in the trees. Hope this helps.

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K2 SideShow Ski

November 16, 2011

I would go with the 181 for sure. Longer surface area to skin and at your size no problem to handle.

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Minimus are great

New Balance MT10 Minimus Trail Running Shoe - Men's

New Balance MT10 Minimus Trail Running Shoe - Men's

Rating for this product: 4 November 15, 2011

These are great sneakers. Besides running and hiking, I ended up wearing them almost everywhere this summer. They are super comfy and have a great sole for traction and are sticky. Only downside is they get stinky really fast.

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Smith Goggles are the Easiest to change lenses

Smith I/O Interchangeable Optics Spherical Series Goggle - Polarized

Smith I/O Interchangeable Optics Spherical Series Goggle - Polarized

Rating for this product: 5 November 14, 2011

These goggles are great. Changing lenses is butter. Looks are killer. You need them.

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Black Diamond is quality

Black Diamond Deploy 3 Shovel

Black Diamond Deploy 3 Shovel

Rating for this product: 5 November 14, 2011

These shovels are sized perfect. Light and reliable with a secure locking mechanism. Make sure you are carrying one!

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hestra rules

Hestra Vertical Cut Freeride Glove

Hestra Vertical Cut Freeride Glove

Rating for this product: 4 November 14, 2011

Love leather gloves. These look great and keep you warm under most skiing conditions. The cuff is the bomb I love the velcro strap.

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marker schizo binding

Marker Jester Schizo Ski Binding

Marker Jester Schizo Ski Binding

Rating for this product: 3 November 14, 2011

Good idea, but I had these on my S7 last year and i felt like they created a dead spot.

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Look Pivot the deal

Look Pivot 14 Ski Binding

Look Pivot 14 Ski Binding

Rating for this product: 5 November 14, 2011

Love this binding. Smooth and substantial.

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Omen fits great

Giro Omen Helmet

Giro Omen Helmet

Rating for this product: 4 November 14, 2011

Just picked up a new Omen. Fits great. I also purchased the skull candy BT audio pack and will review after i install and use.

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Scarpa Shaka Boot - Women's

November 13, 2011

Lighter and less reactive to temperature change. Just as stiff if not stiffer than poly under certain situations.

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Look Pivot 14 Ski Binding

November 13, 2011

I used to be a marker guy but have switched to the Look pivots for my alpine setup. For full disclosure I also have Dukes on my at setup.

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This ski is money

4FRNT Skis EHP Ski

4FRNT Skis EHP Ski

Rating for this product: 5 November 13, 2011

For the past 2 seasons I have been on The Rossi S7, Armada JJ and the 4frnt EHP. IMHO this ski is the best in class. I am fully converted to a larger ski radius for my fatties.

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Rossignol 2011/12 S7 Ski

November 13, 2011

These would not be my answer for touring. I would look for lighter and less rockered. Maybe a pair of lets say Dukes for some small slack country type stuff but these are not ideal for touring. That being said they are a really fun POW ski and butter through the trees.

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S7

Rossignol 2011/12 S7 Ski

Rossignol 2011/12 S7 Ski

Rating for this product: 5 November 13, 2011

Love pin tail. This ski is the bomb on POW days. I also love this ski in the trees.

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Armada JJ

Armada JJ Ski

Armada JJ Ski

Rating for this product: 5 November 13, 2011

Great all around fatty. Super fun fun in the pow and the trees.

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Armada JJ Ski

November 13, 2011

Scott,
I am 5'10 150 and love the 185. With the tail shape and rocker they are butter in the trees. I also love the look pivot and you could probably get away with the 14. Good luck

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Backcountry Access Tracker DTS Beacon

November 13, 2011

One Tracker. This beacon is a little easier to use. The Mammut has more features but is also pricier. I like to carry the same brand beacon as the people I go Backcountry skiing with the most. I think the biggest thing with any beacon you purchase is to practice. Good luck!

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Discrete kills it

Discrete Hackintosh Beanie

Discrete Hackintosh Beanie

Rating for this product: 5 November 12, 2011

The discrete hats are the bomb. This hat is sweet. Also love the doyonator. Warm and great fit.

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Norrøna Falketind Flex 1 Softshell Pant - Men's

November 12, 2011

I have a couple pair of Norrona pants and the are slim fit and low rise. If you are a 32 large would be too big.

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Spyder

Spyder Mini Leader Jacket - Little Boys'

Spyder Mini Leader Jacket - Little Boys'

Rating for this product: 5 November 12, 2011

Great Jacket, my son still rocks it. Spyder is making some durable clothes for kids. Orange is a great color to spot your kids from far away!

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Grabber hand warmers

Grabber Hand Warmer - 10 Pack

Grabber Hand Warmer - 10 Pack

Rating for this product: 5 November 12, 2011

Wife and daughter cannot live without. Buy these in bulk or you will pay crazy amounts on the slopes. Great to have in your pack. Think ahead be prepared.

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honey stinger chews

Honey Stinger Organic Energy Chews - 12 Pack

Honey Stinger Organic Energy Chews - 12 Pack

Rating for this product: 4 November 12, 2011

These taste great and have excellent texture. The only negative might be the sugar type aftertaste....Its a personal thing

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Dynafit Titan Ultralight TF-X Ski Boot - Men's

November 12, 2011

Brad,
Just picked up a pair from BC. I love the fit of these boots, but they are narrow. I have narrow low volume feet and they fit like a glove. I also own a pair of BD Quadrants which I feel have a little bit more room in the toe box and a wider fit. Boots are super light and have a great feel. Looking forward to grabbing a few turns this week.

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killer Bags

The North Face Base Camp Duffel Bag - 2560-4395cu in

The North Face Base Camp Duffel Bag - 2560-4395cu in

Rating for this product: 5 November 11, 2011

The North Face Base Camp Duffel is bomber. All Space No Filler.

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Great shoes

Scarpa Zen Multisport Shoe - Men's

Scarpa Zen Multisport Shoe - Men's

Rating for this product: 5 November 11, 2011

I purchased these in 2009 and have put them to work. These are light, comfortable and durable.

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Millet Prolight 24

Millet Prolight 24 Backpack - 1464cu in

Millet Prolight 24 Backpack - 1464cu in

Rating for this product: 4 November 11, 2011

I purchased this in 2009 and it is still in great shape. Good size and super light.

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Icebreaker socks

Icebreaker Skier Ultralite Sock - Men's

Icebreaker Skier Ultralite Sock - Men's

Rating for this product: 5 November 11, 2011

These are great socks. They are comfy and warm and i dig the length. I agree they are not ultra thin, but thin. Still a nice product.

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Darn Tough Merino

Darn Tough Merino Wool True Seamless Over-The-Calf Ultra-Light Ski Sock - Men's

Darn Tough Merino Wool True Seamless Over-The-Calf Ultra-Light Ski Sock - Men's

Rating for this product: 5 November 11, 2011

Sounds like Im talking football. Purchased these last year and put them to work. They are still in great shape. Just put them on today all comfy and warm. These are durable I am going to buy another pair.

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K2 GotBack Ski - Women's

November 11, 2011

I would definitely not go shorter than the skis you are on now. 167 would work great

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Smith Phenom Goggle

November 11, 2011

I purchased for my son and have had no problems at all. Very nice quality.

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MFD Alltime AT Binding

November 11, 2011

Hey Mike,
I'm sure these will hold up to everyday resort use. I would assume if you are buying these you are going to spend a good amount of time skinning. If I was only going to purchase one pair of skis for the season and I was 50/50 resort/backcountry I would happily use these everyday. If I had a quiver of 2 i would have 1 AT setup and 1 resort. Hope this helps.

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Marmot Ignitor Fleece

Marmot Ignitor Fleece Jacket - Men's

Marmot Ignitor Fleece Jacket - Men's

Rating for this product: 3 November 10, 2011

I Loved look, feel and warmth of this jacket and am a big fan of Marmot, but..... zippers are cheap and constantly got caught on fabric. My side hand pocket ripped. This jacket might be ok for a guy living in the city that wants to keep warm, but does not hold up in the mountains.

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Icebreaker Bodyfit200 crew

Icebreaker BodyFit 200 Oasis Crew - Men's

Icebreaker BodyFit 200 Oasis Crew - Men's

Rating for this product: 5 November 10, 2011

This crew rocks. Comfy and warm. Icebreaker is the real deal. I love the fit and feel. I live in Aspen and wear my body fit 200 under my clothes all winter.

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Icebreaker Bodyfit200 long underwear bottoms

Icebreaker BodyFit 200 Legging w/Fly - Men's

Icebreaker BodyFit 200 Legging w/Fly - Men's

Rating for this product: 5 November 10, 2011

Icebreaker is the bomb. These leggings are sooooo comfortable and keep me warm. They feel so thin. I live in Aspen and wear my body fit 200 under my clothes all winter.

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Black Diamond Traverse Ski Poles

November 10, 2011

can you get replacement bottoms for these poles?

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Black Diamond Traverse Ski Poles

Black Diamond Traverse Ski Poles

Black Diamond Traverse Ski Poles

Rating for this product: 5 November 10, 2011

Great Poles for the cheddar!

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North Face Denali Jacket

The North Face Classic Denali Fleece Jacket - Boys'

The North Face Classic Denali Fleece Jacket - Boys'

Rating for this product: 5 November 10, 2011

I purchased North Face Denali jackets for my son and daughter. They fit great keep them warm and are soooooo soft. Everyone is happy. So far they have held up well.

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Norrona Roldal Pants

Norrøna Røldal Gore-Tex Perf. Shell Insulated Pant - Men's

Norrøna Røldal Gore-Tex Perf. Shell Insulated Pant - Men's

Rating for this product: 5 November 10, 2011

Purchased these 2 years ago from backcountry. Bulletproof. Still love em. Slim fit and low rise.

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yakima sky box pro 21

Yakima Sky Box Pro 21 Cargo Box

Yakima Sky Box Pro 21 Cargo Box

Rating for this product: 3 November 10, 2011

I purchased this box last year. The arm broke inside the box 2 times. The locks are also flimsy and hard to deal with. I'm not sure they should label this box as pro....

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Super tasty

Honey Stinger Stinger Waffle - 16 Pack

Honey Stinger Stinger Waffle - 16 Pack

Rating for this product: 5 November 10, 2011

These are the kind. Love the taste and texture. Something different and tasty that gets the job done. My kids love them also, great snacks for long hikes.

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Baffin Evolution Boot

Baffin Evolution Boot - Men's

Baffin Evolution Boot - Men's

Rating for this product: 4 November 10, 2011

I love my new Baffin Evolution Boots. They are super warm and comfortable with great treading. I just purchased them so I do not have a good deal of history wearing them yet. Only time will tell how they perform and last. Boot does seem sturdy. I will post some other reviews as I wear them. I would consider this boot mid-weight.

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