Comments on: Retail Drop In: Three Shops Make Recommendations For Seniors

By: Emilio Trampuz

Emilio Trampuz — Sat, 29 Oct 2016 02:56:32 +0000

Black Diamond has been making boots for at least the past 5 years (or more) that have the same easy entry as the Head boots described above. I always simply step into them. The model I have is called “Method”.
On top of that, these Black Diamond boots have the most effective walking mode I have ever experienced in a ski boot. When you put them into walking mode, with the flip of a switch on the back of the boot, they become amazingly flexible, making it easy to walk.

By: VAL

VAL — Fri, 28 Oct 2016 20:14:26 +0000

Informative and short article!
1 BOA
These days you can find BOA technology in ski, snb, and snow boots, helmets, and even gloves. The advantage of it for all snow fans and seniors, especially, is a quick release – you pull the knob up – et voila, you are free. There is no need to “twist it the other way”. BOA is a classic example how a smart U.S. inventor has become a very successful businessman. The construction is simple, durable and “user friendly”.
http://www.boatechnology.com/why-boa/#/how-it-works
2 Heated boot bag
One seasoned skier once said to me: “This bag is the best thing I have ever bought for skiing for $200!”
3 Therm-Ic Supermax Set
Another great invention. It will keep your toes warm without discomfort (a heat pack in a boot – bad idea!). It can be used in ski, snb, and even snow boots. Ideally it should be installed by a competent ski bootfitter (not always free).
4 LENZ
Heated socks with a Bluetooth remote – fantastic idea. Why this Austrian company wants a customer to pay extra $5 for an app for this warm and smart $300 socks?https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.lenzproducts.heatapp&hl=en

By: Sherm White

Sherm White — Fri, 28 Oct 2016 11:58:21 +0000

Just thought I would pass on my experience with the KneeBinding (made right here in Northern Vt.)I am a 68 yr old full time ski instructor who works at Smugglers Notch. As part of a three year lease program through the mountain, I have used the binding at least a couple of hundred days, with no problems. No pre releases, no breakage, no injuries.