Anonymous
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Why are all the plastic telemark boots made with idea that everyone that will be using them come from an alpine background? I come from a nordic background and love my Asolos but, they are getting quite noodle-y. What I also like is I can walk around in them and hike comfortably too. Does the t4 come close to this but with more stability? I also have a tough time with plastic because they all lean forward. Not good when I really need to stand up or when I'm skiing trees (not open glades, tight trees).
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climbhigher
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hey,
The t4 is actually not stocked anywhere. Which Asolos do you have?
Matt
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Anonymous
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Geez, Off hand I don't remember the model, but they lace up then you close the two buckles. I have plenty of support side to side and front to back (though some off the support front to back has loosened up). I mostly notice the creece area at the toe is getting really loose, the leather has gotten soft. The reason I like a flexible boot is I do alot of hiking and touring with some local ski areas thrown in here and there. I only ski maybe 6-12 times a year so buying new $600.00 boots isn't worth that much enjoyment to me. I actually get my skis from yard sales. If I skied as much as I would like to a much bigger investment would be justified. Plus, I'm in my fifties so putting alot of money into a sport that I haven't as much time for as I like doesn't work. 'course it's frustrating to have all the local tele skiers that have come from alpine keep telling me what they think I need.
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climbhigher
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Hey,
It sounds like you would enjoy the Garmont Excursion Telemark Boots. They are built more for getting around on foot and less for the downhill. Though they are still capable.
Matt
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Anonymous
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Cool, Thanks for the info.
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