Messages posted by : pavelski
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We are on our way!
I will address all the needs and inquiries from Forny,Darko,Graviteski,Jobster and Powdwerhound since they indicated their interests! This first session will deal with how we are going to communicate ! Since I do not know where you are from and what platforms you have, let me tell you what I can do; 1. I have Mac G5 dual tower with video-conferencing possibilities. That means you can if you wish do "real" time exchange via Cam! 2.I can send picts of all tuning steps! 3. I can send short video clips of tuning sections. 4. I can send documents for "homework" reading! In order to answer specific needs or problems can we agree to use PM ( private mail) medium. In order to avoid "spam sniffers" I will not post my email fully but is sections that you can put together in order to reach me if you wish.The first section of email is pavel1 The rest will be done be PM! That is the @XXXXXX.XX At end of session I can send you all DVD or CD of total document files, visual files and etc... This will be done via snail mail! Please respond via PM. Also feel free to suggest changes or modifications! Also since I do not know your level of mastery of English I will assume you are all at the "college" level of mastery of English. This tuning course will be given as 'entry" level thus I will not deal with racing tune up, multiple-structure options etc.... and high end FLUO wax additives! Last comment. I will assume you all are familiar with the use of; screwdrivers, sand paper, files! Using sanding paper seems simple until you go "too far" on your base! May I suggest this week you look for; 1. Old skis, broken skis or children's skis! 2. Old iron 3.A place to work that is well lite and safe 4.Some plastic pads! The scouring pads for kitchen pots is the best. Get varied texture from coarse to fine! Please send PM messages giving me your technical potential for communication and "special" needs! Looking forward to your comments! |
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The above reply is correct, however you MUST consider the rear tension pressure level when you do the first "adjustment". This rear pressure is what pushes the boot heel forward and down!
It is critical to your safety! Typically you have a mark, a "acceptable zone" or a screw head that must align with housing to indicate "correct" rear pressure! On this model I am not sure what indicator you have! Please check out for your safety! |
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Just finished testing Rossi Z9 ski. If you want a SL ski that really zips yet stable try this ski.
One level down from Atomic SL12 but allows fast SL type skiing. Get the 170 cm since 170 cm model is really 168 cm once you measure it on bench! |
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May I ask some questions, to clarify issue.
1.Did you "push" heel down by hitting heel part of boot on store floor while feet are in boot? 2.Did you fit boots without buckles on? 3. Did you have your ski socks on? 4.Did you heat boots before fitting? Your toes should not touch tip of boots. If they do you will discover the famous "black toe" after skiing for two days! Get one size larger or at least 1/2 size larger. Boot shells come in a range. In my case I have 28-30 size! Like you I have one foot larger than other! I modified larger foot shell by heat expanding shell! I also drilled out one buckle and replaced it in order to give me less pressure at minimum placement! A "good" boot fitter will "modify" boots for you once you select boots. As far as motion at ankle there is a C cup that can be glued to outside of linner just above ankle area which "cradles" ankle! It cost $4 US or 3 euros! Head ski boots are noted for great linners, great padding and ease of flex. If you allow slight movement in ankle area you will get after skiing for two days "tender, or raw skin in ankle! During a three week skiing trip I placed large square bandage in the ankle area since my ski was getting "raw" from hard skiing in powder! ( I have no major play in ankle but "hard skiing can cause some motion) Hope this helps! |
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This is true story.
Once I was working in ski shop and a women came in complaining that her ski boots which she had bought in store no longer fit her! The left ski boots had a "pressure" point just near toes! After 15 minutes of fitting, I placed my hand in the ski boot! Felt strange material in toe section. Once we took out liner and slowly took out pieces of the object, it was clear what was causing the problem! A mouse! The lady had left her boots at her cottage. Had not stored her ski equipment correctly and...... Yes,,,she bougth another pair with no hesitation! |
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I will wait until Monday to begin course, however to provide more information on content, here are the course topice and timelines.
On Monday I will focus on the the people that gave their names BEFORE Monday since I can not answer all the questions from "late comers"! All video support material, videoconferencing and voice via internet communications will be done only with the persons who "enroll" before Monday! Presentations 1. Introduction and how we will communicate using multi-media means. 2.Tools needed ( levels of cost) 3.Reasons to tune skis 4.How to use each tool effectively 5.Step 1: Preparing ski for tuning 6. Step 2: Preparing base edge 7. Step 3 : Preparing side edge 8. Step 4 : Detuning edges 9. Step 5: Wax selection (types,costs, etc..) 10.Step 6 : Wax application 11. Step 7: Wax/base finish 12. Summative Evaluation 13. Diploma given The above is the suggested course outline, however I will modify some sections if participants wish to go into more detail! This is an entry-level ski waxing course, thus we will not deal with "advanced" racing tuning! Each week a new topic will be given.During the week participants will "practice" procedure and comment on problems via PM messages! Hope this give you an idea of how this "first internet" wax/tuning course will be given! Yes there will be an evaluation of your tuning knowledge since I will be sending you an "official" ski tech diploma! Hope you all enjoy this experience! |
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To understand the skiing scene in Canada you must know that it is divided into two major areas.
West and east with distinct different contexts and skiing! East essentially means Quebec! The centers have shorter runs and less powder! Social life is better and food is much better. Flight time is also shorter. In east ( Quebec) you have three major regions Montreal being the hub. You have Laurentians (north of Montrea), Quebec City area, and Eastern Townhips. Each area has its own very special "quality" "Social skiers" go to north such as Tremblant, St. Sauveur, Mt. Blanc, etc... "Family skiers" go to Eastern Townships such as Orford, Sutton, Bromont. "All activities skiers" go to Quebec City area! May I suggest skiers visit each ski site for relevant information. My opinions are the following; Tremblant Disney World on skis. Over-priced and tends to be crowed! Lots of hyp related to skiing but no real "committed" skiers there! St. Anne: Trying to be like Tremblant. Limited ski in ski out. Can be icy Sutton. Not a place to stay for one week. Too small, social life limited. Poor grooming. My picks in Quebec for the "real" skier. I define "real skier" as somone who comes to ski period! Social and foods is secondary. Massiff is the spot for powder, long long runs where no one will tell you to slow down! West This area is very much like European scene. Again you have major reagions. BC : Whistler ( no comment) This year they have now the record snowfall in November. Problem is pre-Olympic construction. No one will tell you that road work to Whistler is terrible! BC interior This is the spot of "hidden" resorts. Big White is the very best for families. True ski in ski out! Great school for children! My favorite is Panorama since it is family yet expert skiers can heli ski, "wild" off-piste ski! Fernie is the powder mecca! For the purist in powder! Poor grooming. Poor service. Few hotels!Do not ski there alone since you must "know" the bowls and paths! Best all round western area would be Banff with options to ski at; Lake Louise, Sunshine ! This year so far best place to ski is west due to great snow! Hope this helps you all! |
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I have received so many emails about ski tuning that I am going to try a "long distance" internet course on ski tuning in this site!
If you want to learn to tune your own skis and can read English well , let us try to teach you how to "tune" your skis. Every Monday I will post a new step or procedure. During the week you can practice the procedure and provide feedback on problems you had, or clarifications needed! I will allow this post on for one week and if at least 25 skiers are interested and reply that they are ready to learn, then I will begin Ski tuning 101 course. For the visuals ( if needed) I will post videos on UTUBE under 2skitune! Now if you want to get ready, get some old skis or broken skis or children's skis! I will wait one week for you to get old skis. PS As far as skiing lessons in the moguls they are coming once I get videos edited and you promise not to stick tongue out while skiing in moguls! |
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