Rottefella Xplore Flexor Ski Tip Pressure Test
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- Опубліковано 12 січ 2023
- Is the Rottefella Xplore XC ski binding sufficient for telemark XCD skiing? Many skiers use a heel cable or hardwire with soft leather boots and have wondered why Rottefella did not include this option in the design of the Xplore binding. Does the flexor in the Xplore or NNNBC binding transfer forces from the boot to the front of the ski? Here are my thoughts on the subject. My simpleton test won't end the debate, it is simply to demonstrate that the flexor does transfer force to the tip of the ski. I think it works very well, but it may not work for everyone. www.telemarktalk.com/viewtopi...
X(Ski)+Y(binding)+A(boots)+B(Snow) = smile if not try again. Thank you for sharing your knowledge .
Thanks for tuning in and that is the best math formula I've seen in a long while.
Thanks Tom. We just started getting into some fun 'downcountry' skiing last year. It was definitely in no small part due to you that we went with the Xplore system. So far loving it, and a number of shops have decided to carry it because of us. I love the simplicity of the system, and the modularity of it, plus the fulcrum point is a little easier on the toes.
Cheers!
That is fantastic. Two thumbs up on the comment about toe pinch. Thanks for tuning in and happy trails.
Excellent thematic discussion. I think many people focus too much on equipment and want definitive black/white answers of what is best. This is generally a common occurrence with online forums ("What's the best ski? What's the best boot? When do I use ___ equipment? When do I use ___ technique?)
There is a time and place for a variety of equipment depending on individual skills, preferences and style. Obviously there can be some generalisations on what is most suitable for conditions and terrain but ultimately there rarely are absolutes. Also, all skiing requires feeling as much as it requires control, where the former is difficult to quantify for each person. Lastly, no amount of equipment can replace skills and technique. The best skiers can adapt their how they ski to the potential of the equipment (type, brand, etc).
Well stated.
Thanks Tom; That's a wonderful and very informative review! Next Fall, I'll pick up the Xplor system along with a new pair of Asnes boards:-)
That sounds like a great plan and it sure doesn't hurt to wait for another season to see if any issues arise.
Thanks Tom. Good examples and great advice mate.
Thanks, I appreciate the feedback and thanks for tuning in.
Hi Tom! I have been practicing downhill telemark with a nnnbc/Fischer Sbound 98 (like yours) and Alfa Guard boots. I'm slowly improving. However, when I go with family and friends to a downhill ski resort, I often rent a regular telemark setup to keep up with the others. This spring, a friend gifted me a 'proper' pair of telemark skis with 75mm bindings. My dilemma is that buying a pair of 75mm telemark boots (like the t2 ecos) is already $500. If I'm gonna spend that mich money, I thought I should just go all the way and get the xplore bindings, Alfa xplore boots, and a new pair of skis that would crossover enough between the groomed slopes and the off piste fells (I live in finkand). Question to you: if one were to like to have a set of skis that can handle greens and blues at the ski center but also go off pist occasionally, would you think the xplore could handle that? If yes, which skis would you pair with the bindings? If not, what alternative setup would work best for that purpose? Curious to hear your thoughts, and thanks for all the incredible videos you make!
Hi Iansacs6014. If possible, I think the best option would be to have two ski setups, a dedicated downhill resort telemark set and a Nordic off trail Cross Country setup. Your SBound 98 / Alfa Guard combination is ideal for off trail cross country. I've been skiing the SBound 98 with various leather boot combinations for many years, and I currently have them mounted with the Xplore binding and ski them with Alfa Vista boots. I also ski a set of T2 Ecos with a wider, more downhill capable ski, the Voile Hyper V6 in the backcountry. I don't resort ski very often, but when I do, the extra support and control of the T2's make it a much more enjoyable experience than skiing my lightweight off trail XC setups. The T2's are expensive, but similar in cost to my Alfa Free / Xplore binding combos. Since you already have a 75 mm telemark ski and binding, I think I'd just go with a plastic 75 mm boot. I'm betting you can find a used set of 75 mm plastic boots at a bargain price that would work, and I wouldn't shy away from an early version of the T2 or T3 if you find a set in reasonable shape with a good fit. I certainly don't want to discourage you from resort skiing with a lightweight XCD setup. It can be a lot of fun when the conditions are ideal, and it helps to build the skillset for off trail skiing on lightweight XC gear, but it is not much fun when the conditions are icy or difficult. ua-cam.com/video/Luiyiqr6gUk/v-deo.html
Interesting, and a nice illustration, thank you! 🙂
Thanks, and I appreciate your catch this morning.
Two video, testing with Rottefella XPLORE hard flex , snow conditions on beaten and hard track, i agree with you, thak you.
Thanks for the feedback and have a great ski season.