A question about Skinning

[JimG.]

it's a lot of money to invest in a setup that doesn't get a lot of use unless you plan to give up lift serviced skiing.

As mentioned above, no need to do that with the Garmont Adrenalins. My AT gear is used everyday I ski, no matter where I am.

 

[BeanoNYC]

it's a lot of money to invest in a setup that doesn't get a lot of use unless you plan to give up lift serviced skiing.

As mentioned above, no need to do that with the Garmont Adrenalins. My AT gear is used everyday I ski, no matter where I am.

How is the performence on those boots? I like a real stiff boot. I ski Salomon X-wave 9's now.

Are these boots good for hiking as well?

Edit: Corrected Boot Model

 

[JimG.]

How is the performence on those boots? I like a real stiff boot. I ski Salomon X-wave 10's now.

Are these boots good for hiking as well?

I prefer a boot that is very stiff laterally (side to side) but flexible fore and aft (front and back). These boots fill the bill perfectly. I'm not familiar with your boot, but I was skiing Technica Icon X's before the Garmonts and the performance is the same.

In walk mode, these boots are comfy to walk in and they are perfect for skinning and bootpacking up to your favorite pitch.

 

[riverc0il]

nice jim, good point for beanonyc. the big problem with the Adrenalins is the cost factor, they cost twice as much as other decent AT boots. i also ski xwave 10s and have used them when skiing. if you're going to buy a freeride or naxo, you're obviously looking for high performance and an alpine boot seems natural given the price. if weight is a concern, there are a lot cheaper options for both binding and boot (you could get both with other brans for the price of the Adrenalins alone).

there is such an amazing asortment of backcountry gear setups. virtually no two are ever alike due to the amount of preferences and performance needs of people. this is a beautiful thing and after doing some research you will slowly begin to realize exactly what you're going to want.

 

[BeanoNYC]

this is a beautiful thing and after doing some research you will slowly begin to realize exactly what you're going to want.

That's why I'm asking so much questions. I don't have experience using this equipment or skiing backcountry condition. I'd hate to spend money on a setup only to realize it's not suitable for me. Like I said, I'll take this one slow.

 

[BeanoNYC]

Now, lets say I wanted to start out slow (and cheap) and hike instead of skin. What options do I have to carry my Alpine boots while I hoof it in my hiking boots? I don't see backpacks out there that accomodate skis and boots...or am I looking in the wrong place.

 

[JimG.]

Now, lets say I wanted to start out slow (and cheap) and hike instead of skin. What options do I have to carry my Alpine boots while I hoof it in my hiking boots? I don't see backpacks out there that accomodate skis and boots...or am I looking in the wrong place.

Get a backpack with a diagonal or vertical ski carry system, click your boots into your bindings, secure the skis to the pack, and earned turns are now steps away.

 

[BeanoNYC]

Now, lets say I wanted to start out slow (and cheap) and hike instead of skin. What options do I have to carry my Alpine boots while I hoof it in my hiking boots? I don't see backpacks out there that accomodate skis and boots...or am I looking in the wrong place.

Get a backpack with a diagonal or vertical ski carry system, click your boots into your bindings, secure the skis to the pack, and earned turns are now steps away.

Well duh! That makes sense. I guess thats the easiest way. I had thought they were attached seperate from the skis.

 

[JimG.]

I had thought they were attached seperate from the skis.

When it's going up on your back under low speed quad power, less is more.

 

[BeanoNYC]

Makes perfect sense. Thanks a bunch!