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Started by RoseR in Ski Chatter - 12 Replies

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RoseR posted Jan-2009

I am well known for falling over, even in this country in good weather, I will trip over imaginary twigs and cracks in the pavement. I have had some of my worst falls not while skiing just walking around. My Hubby says I need to invest in chains or crampons to stop me breaking my neck. I have got good walking/hiking boots so I dont know if they will be beneficial. Which ones should I go for? and are they easy to walk in?
I'm a laydee

Ian Wickham
reply to 'Advice please.' posted Jan-2009

Rose, have you thought of using a pair of these ????

http://www.metaefficient.com/clothing/yaktrax-ice-and-snow-shoe-grips.html
www  http://www.caveholidaysandalucia.co.uk

Ise
reply to 'Advice please.' posted Jan-2009

I'd not worry about make or model, you're not climbing a north face :D Anything that's easy to get on is going to be good enough, we've got some when it gets icey around here, they're whatever the local shop had on the day.

RoseR
reply to 'Advice please.' posted Jan-2009

Thanks for that guys, I dont have much time to rely on internet shopping but would hope to be able to get in resort. I think for me its something I should get.
I'm a laydee

RoseR
reply to 'Advice please.' posted Jan-2009

How spooky is this, my neighbour has just popped round and said, 'are you two skiing this year, are these any good for you, bought them for a once in a lifetime trip to Norway'. One pair of crampons for me. She's either logging on to J2ski or she's listening through the walls. :lol:
I'm a laydee

IceGhost
reply to 'Advice please.' posted Jan-2009

Smart lady!
Uh oh, I think I broke'd the lift

Gdbn
reply to 'Advice please.' posted Jan-2009

Sorel boots ?
Good grip and toasty warm ...

G

Trencher
reply to 'Advice please.' posted Jan-2009

Rose, you'll likely never use them. When it's icy people just develope smoother movements and don't stop or change direction suddenly. It doesn't take long to adapt, especially if you know you need to. Generally falls come from some unexpected ice (often hidden by some fresh snow). The one time all bets are off is freezing rain, which coats everything in thick shiny ice. That's rare though.

Trencher
because I'm so inclined .....

Topic last updated on 06-January-2009 at 18:36