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Pilot "Sport" Classic Binding?
I need bindings for new roller skis and am totally confused at what Salomon now offers for classic. The least expensive option is actually a "Sport" pilot binding that looks a lot like the skate binding (rigid piece that connects to second bar).
People have described a kevlar strap as part of the race classic pilot binding, but this version looks like it doesn't have that (so might actually be an improvement for roller-skiing). I have one pair pilot, one pair old-style profil classic boots--ideally I'd like to be able to use either, depending on how much ankle support I find I need. Then there's the Propulse, which people say can only be used with newer pilot soled boots--though it's not clear why. Then there's old-style pilot (which, unfortunately, is actually out of stock from my discount source). Any advice appreciated. Jon |
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Pilot "Sport" Classic Binding?
Isn't the Propulse for skate? Which boots do you have? If the boots
fit, I think any classical binding can be used. What counts is the flexor. Classical = 85(?) or may want to go one stiffer. I may still have some around. Gene On Sun, 5 May 2013 13:24:22 -0700 (PDT) Jon wrote: I need bindings for new roller skis and am totally confused at what Salomon now offers for classic. The least expensive option is actually a "Sport" pilot binding that looks a lot like the skate binding (rigid piece that connects to second bar). People have described a kevlar strap as part of the race classic pilot binding, but this version looks like it doesn't have that (so might actually be an improvement for roller-skiing). I have one pair pilot, one pair old-style profil classic boots--ideally I'd like to be able to use either, depending on how much ankle support I find I need. Then there's the Propulse, which people say can only be used with newer pilot soled boots--though it's not clear why. Then there's old-style pilot (which, unfortunately, is actually out of stock from my discount source). Any advice appreciated. Jon |
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Pilot "Sport" Classic Binding?
Thanks for the link.
I'm just not seeing anything that stands out to justify saying they're "a big improvement" over profil. A little wider, and bumper is less likely to pop out. That's it? In any case, sounds like you need the RS17 sole for compatibility, which I don't have. Just not convinced classical skiing demands much in the way of technological improvement--if it's not broke... |
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