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polak · 12-23-2014, 02:27 PM

Here's the link to skiing thread:

http://forum.calgarypuck.com/showthread.php?t=140410

Definitely recommend starting at an All Mountain Ski for both of you. Depending on your weight and height you should find a ski somewhere in the 80-95 mm range under the boot (width wise) for yourself and 70-90 for her. Bindings won't really matter for what you will be skiing as beginners, just get the shop to set your din properly for your weight and keep in mind, the cheaper they are the more likely they are to break with a bad fall.

Don't take any advice for how Boots should fit. Do not cheap out on Boots. Try many pairs and pick the ones that fit the best. Boots are the most important piece of equipment and can pretty much make you HATE skiing on their own if they're uncomfortable. I'd recommend going to a real ski shop with a certified boot fitter for your boots. Avoid Sportcheck and the like as those guys don't know nearly enough to help you pick proper boots for your feet.

Actually, I'd avoid big box stores like sportcheck for all equipment unless you visit a reputable shop or do extensive research online and then find the same skis for cheaper. Again, these kids selling skis there are probably no more knowledgeable on the subject then you are.

Your price range is definitely doable:

- A decent, middle of the pack, All mountain ski can be had from $300 - $500 with bindings included.

- A good pair of boots can be had for $250-$400.

- You can get pretty much any pair of goggles but I'd recommend ones with interchangeable lenses so that you can switch them based on conditions if you can swing it (but keep in mind, no lenses will work "well" in white out conditions. Some lenses will just suck less. I skied all season last year with a black out lens and I survived a lot of white out days so again I wouldn't stress to much about goggles). You can get goggles for $20 and you can get goggles for $400. Most of the difference is just brand name and style.

- Helmets are usually between $100 and $200.

- Poles can be had second hand for $20 or brand new, extendable, super fancy ones can be had for $300. I'd definitely try and just buy some used ones from a rental store or something. Poles don't matter, at all. Just buy the right size.

12-23-2014, 02:27 PM	#2
polak In the Sin Bin Join Date: Aug 2012 Exp:	Here's the link to skiing thread: http://forum.calgarypuck.com/showthread.php?t=140410 Definitely recommend starting at an All Mountain Ski for both of you. Depending on your weight and height you should find a ski somewhere in the 80-95 mm range under the boot (width wise) for yourself and 70-90 for her. Bindings won't really matter for what you will be skiing as beginners, just get the shop to set your din properly for your weight and keep in mind, the cheaper they are the more likely they are to break with a bad fall. Don't take any advice for how Boots should fit. Do not cheap out on Boots. Try many pairs and pick the ones that fit the best. Boots are the most important piece of equipment and can pretty much make you HATE skiing on their own if they're uncomfortable. I'd recommend going to a real ski shop with a certified boot fitter for your boots. Avoid Sportcheck and the like as those guys don't know nearly enough to help you pick proper boots for your feet. Actually, I'd avoid big box stores like sportcheck for all equipment unless you visit a reputable shop or do extensive research online and then find the same skis for cheaper. Again, these kids selling skis there are probably no more knowledgeable on the subject then you are. Your price range is definitely doable: - A decent, middle of the pack, All mountain ski can be had from $300 - $500 with bindings included. - A good pair of boots can be had for $250-$400. - You can get pretty much any pair of goggles but I'd recommend ones with interchangeable lenses so that you can switch them based on conditions if you can swing it (but keep in mind, no lenses will work "well" in white out conditions. Some lenses will just suck less. I skied all season last year with a black out lens and I survived a lot of white out days so again I wouldn't stress to much about goggles). You can get goggles for $20 and you can get goggles for $400. Most of the difference is just brand name and style. - Helmets are usually between $100 and $200. - Poles can be had second hand for $20 or brand new, extendable, super fancy ones can be had for $300. I'd definitely try and just buy some used ones from a rental store or something. Poles don't matter, at all. Just buy the right size. Last edited by polak; 12-23-2014 at 02:41 PM.