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telemark beginner needs some help
Hi,
I just started to learn to telemark and would like some advise on equipment as I am completely clueless on the subject!! All help and advise is greatly appreciated. Firstly, the length of the ski. Is there a method to choosing the right length of ski, or is it just what the rider feels comfortable with? What are the benefits of a longer/shorter ski setup? Secondly the length of the poles. Is this once again a comfort thing, or does a longer/shorter pole encourage a specific skiing style as with alpine skiing? Thirdly and finally, the shape of the ski. Do the differences in the ski shape have such a significant impact on the performance of the ski as for alpine skiing? For a beginner is there recommended starting ski, etc. Thanks again for any help/comments. S |
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Simon wrote:
: Hi, : I just started to learn to telemark and would like some advise on [-- Some stuff removed --] : S You will have better luck on rec.skiing.backcountry Sylvain |
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In article , Simon wrote: Hi, I just started to learn to telemark and would like some advise on equipment as I am completely clueless on the subject!! All help and advise is greatly appreciated. Firstly, the length of the ski. Is there a method to choosing the right length of ski, or is it just what the rider feels comfortable with? What are the benefits of a longer/shorter ski setup? _ Ski length should be proportional to body weight. Manufacturers will publish rough guides. As a beginner, generally shorter is better. In general, as short a ski as your ego will stand is the right one. What boots/binding you use also makes a difference as well IMHO, as the range of stiffness/control is much wider than in standard alpine skiing gear. Secondly the length of the poles. Is this once again a comfort thing, or does a longer/shorter pole encourage a specific skiing style as with alpine skiing? _ Poles should be the same length as your alpine skiing poles to start with. If you plan on earning your turns, then adjustable poles are nice luxury. But since climbing on telemark skis and skins is largely plodding, they aren't a necessity IMHO. Thirdly and finally, the shape of the ski. Do the differences in the ski shape have such a significant impact on the performance of the ski as for alpine skiing? For a beginner is there recommended starting ski, etc. _ Yes, with plastic boots telemarking is really a form of downhill skiing and anything that applies to downhill applies to telemarking. A relatively soft shaped alpine ski makes a good "starter ski", particularly if you can get it used and cheap. I'd need to know more about where you plan to ski, what boots you plan to use, and how much resort vs backcountry you plan to do to make any specific recommendations. The telemark ski industry is pretty competive these days, there aren't many if any "bad" skis out there. But there are inappropriate skis. If you stay away from the ultra-fat and ultra-light, it's pretty hard to go wrong. _ Places you might go to learn more http://www.couloirmag.com/ http://www.telemarktips.com/ In particular, this site has lot's of gear reviews. http://www.telemarkski.com/ _ However, I think it's a mistake to start by looking at skis. Your first and most important choice is boots. This is what you should spend most of your time and money on. What you pick for boots will make a big difference in what you should get for skis. IMHO, if you want to learn to telemark, you should be looking at either T1 or T2 "weight" boots. Get the heavier boots if you'll be mostly resort skiing. Among the 3 makers, Scarpa, Garmont, and Crispi you should pick the one that fits you the best. If you've got the money, get a custom bootfitter to help you dial in the fit of the boots. Having properly fitting boots makes a huge difference in how much you enjoy the sport. _ Booker C. Bense -----BEGIN PGP SIGNATURE----- Version: 2.6.2 iQCVAwUBQZ5dKmTWTAjn5N/lAQENdQQAupTVG9AiG6fzNNrvNyvHvdr42ApprRkH eFxUZbqS12VYXAIUPky8T5BseQIw0+iIiFmABvH+YyrVlRrXyW epwLSePft9lTIp LaFI/JIYB7evzYkIFb3W6agHQ7KOjha3TeC6xmqeLk5USXwZnFs7wZC gDcTLKtiX rsrigd7mGv8= =oFUr -----END PGP SIGNATURE----- |
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