Contributions by jwk (3)

I bought these bindings for my 11 year old son. He's used them once so far and has definately liked them. He liked that the toe clamp keeps the foot from sliding forward in the binding. They don't dig into his calves either. They are fairly easy entry so we don't wait forever for him to strap down. They seem pretty durable but there could be a potential problem for the vinyl covering on the outside of the boot strap to split where it meets the gromets and where it covers the binding wratchet mechanism. Also the wratchet buckles are made of plastic. (We'll see how long those last.) All in all a good binding for serious beginners and intermediates. Price was okay too.

Excellent boot for the price! I bought these for my 11 y/o son and he said "these rock!" Better than the Head brand we used while renting. They are comfortable, easy to tighten up(although he liked the small crank knob on the Heads better.) Good grip/traction when walking on snow and ice. Lots of padding on inside. Warm even with just a crappy pair of thin socks. Stiff enough for handling the steep stuff but forgiving enough for someone who's just starting to really ride. And the price didn't break me!

I bought these bindings for my 11 year old son. He's used them once so far and has definately liked them. He liked that the toe clamp keeps the foot from sliding forward in the binding. They don't dig into his calves either. They are fairly easy entry so we don't wait forever for him to strap down. They seem pretty durable but there could be a potential problem for the vinyl covering on the outside of the boot strap to split where it meets the gromets and where it covers the binding wratchet mechanism. Also the wratchet buckles are made of plastic. (We'll see how long those last.) All in all a good binding for serious beginners and intermediates. Price was okay too.

I love this jacket! Function is technically sound. Keeps out wind and rain but lets you breathe. I did get too warm with a full wind-resistant fleece underneath and too cold with just a baselayer. Wish it had just a hint of liner. Just have to find the right under layer. Fits well, looks great! Cuff and zippers easy even with gloves on. I use it for cross country runs and skiing, as well as downhill. Performs wherever I take it.