how are space boots and ski boots are alike?
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ummm...there both boots :)
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I only race on Atomics, but for speed events, all the Austrian manufacturers are good - Atomic, Fischer, or Head. For slalom skis, I have SL:11s which I love and I also have a 10.22s, DH, and SG Atomic boards - I can't recommend any of them highly enough. The only downside is you're forced to use Atomic bindings (or void the ski warranty). Rossis are known for SL skis, but I've seen a lot of people break them in races lately, so quality may be an issue.\n\nYou can get most race skis cheap on eBay - I've used Denver Wholesale Skis before (dwskis) and they're reliable and their service is great.
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Professional's Choice has sports medicine boots in teal.\n\nI included a link to one of many vendors that list teal as one of the color's offered.\n\nYou can even get Professional's Choice neoprene bell boots to match.\n\nCheck on eBay, or with your local tack vendor, to see if you can get a better price.
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I used to ski on Salomons but they lose their stifness very quickly.  I now ski on Atomics which have been great.  As always, you get what you pay for!
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If you like tricks and air, then snowboarding is the way to go. I've tried boarding a few times, and enjoy it, but prefer skiing.\n\nThe thing I've observed is when coming down a beautiful powdered filled run off the top of Mammoth, the snowboarders are falling all over the place. Then they are struggling to get up because their hands fall through the deep powerder. I once estimated only 1 out of 10 made it down without eating it.  Meanwhile, all the skiiers seemed to be having a blast, making awesome turns, and just skiing it up. \n\nSo I guess it depends on what you like to do, steep powder or tricks?
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Ski helmets are designed to keep your ears warm, that is one factor.\n\nSki helmets also provide a greater protective area, as well as are designed to hold goggles. A bike helmet won't hold goggles at all.\n\nOther than that....I usually don't worry about style too much...but I have never seen a bike helmet on the slopes. I'm sure it would earn a chuckle or two.\n\nIf you are only going skiing once, and want head protection, go ahead with the bike helmets, and a hat or beanie underneath it.
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snowboard, waterproof pants & jacket tresspass are good, snowboarding boots you can get them in major towns or off the internet, a hat & glasses thats about it.
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I normally use snowshoes when I take my board up, but it can be a strain on the calves for a steep climb, you get into getter powder though.  That's what most folks where I live (Breckenridge) do.\n\nIf you really want to skin up then I would get some blades (super stubby skies) and mount some snowboard bindings on.  You will have to get creative though because you need to be able to 'free heel' to skin up.  You could try using a pair of Trekkers as the mount, they will also lift you up to stop your mounts from dragging.  It all sounds like too much work and gear...snowshoes of use an AT setup when you want to go up the mountain.
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Red white and blue Clown shoes!\n (JK LOL) I have some too. They were great skis for the time, and i still love K2. check the new Commanche series ... http://www.k2skis.com/skis/ \nYour new pair will be 8 to 10 cm shorter or more depending on the brand and style (this is okay, really! The technology is still improving, a shorter ski now has more power and performance than even those first shaped skis.\nPersonally, i'm on Atomic Metrons and love them for all mountain. I'll also be getting a pair of Elan twin tips for park riding\nEnjoy!
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Try this site\nhttp://www.snowshoecenter.com/\nIt has all kinds of snowshoes. I like Tubbs snowshoes the best myself but this site has most everything.
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I have flow bindings and I use Burton Moto boots.  They work well and are soft.  There are probably much better boots to use if you have a higher price range, but Motos work fine.
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I've never tried either of them, but it seems like skiing would be a little easier than snowboarding.
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thrift stores/garage sales/dad's closet/vintage stores/costume shops/goodwill/salvation army/check ebay again/check yahoo auctions/try searching for moon boots or ski boots instead of napoleon boots
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I have used www.mountainwarehouse.com and www.wildday.co.uk, tchibo are getting their mens ski wear on Wednesday this coming week. They will apparently still get in some of the childrens thermals and may still have some womens stuff. TK max are excellent as are asda I have bought stuff there also. Have a great time.
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I do- I use Ride boots and bindings, and my trusty Peter Line board.  I board in Utah, so powder is the only way to go.  (It is the "Greatest Snow On Earth" after all...).  And, to the previous poster, spring boarding is some of the best boarding there is- sun, no crowds or lines, inexpensive lift tickets, and I actually enjoy the slush, believe it or not...
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it depends on what your doing mountain sled.  i like the skidoo's for being light, the polaris for handling, and the yamaha for going fast as hell and the arctic cat only goes up hill well.
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Try Skate/snow board retail outlets. Maybe even Argos.