Tubby Beaver 209 Posted August 20, 2013 Share Posted August 20, 2013 Well the Aki-aji's here, I'm heading back to work tomorrow, I've already seen lots of dragon flies......that must mean that autumn is almost upon us and winter just around the corner........anybody splashing out on some new gear for the upcoming season? I could do with new boots but I dunno if I'm gonna splash the cash. I pretty much updated all my gear last year.......although the Nitro slash 171 is an everpresent in my mind!! Link to post Share on other sites
Slippery Jim 65 Posted August 20, 2013 Share Posted August 20, 2013 Picked up some new boots, and will be offering last season's front-side skis for sale so I can pick up something less similar to my off-piste skis. The quiver needs widening. If I get to the U.S. this season I'll be returning a backpack because one strap broke the second time I used it -- sad because I really liked it, probably just an unusual mfg defect from what in my experience is a very high quality brand. Need a couple of new pairs of ski socks, a new hat, and would like to replace the boiled-wool inners on my gloves with something like hollofil. Always on the lookout for a snazzy jacket/shell at a good price. Link to post Share on other sites
ozsnowbum 9 Posted August 20, 2013 Share Posted August 20, 2013 new for this winter: Burton Spliff 148 Splitboard Spark Burner Bindings + Mr Chomps Voile climbing hardware + climbing skins BCA Float 32 Airbag Deeluxe Spark snowboard boots Dragon APX goggles Exped Downmat Sleeping Pad Osprey 60litre Ski Touring Backpack Big Agnes Pomer Hoit 800 fill -25c sleeping bag G1 Ice Axe G1 Crampons Link to post Share on other sites
HelperElfMissy 42 Posted August 20, 2013 Share Posted August 20, 2013 I got new skis and boots this southern winter. My snowboard gear is perfect. No upgrade needed - with the exception of swapping the Fastecs for ratchet bindings for Japan. I want a pair of low back standard ratchet bindings...undecided as yet which ones - recommendations received with thanks. Have bought new snowboards for all the cubs for this season, as the two youngest had well outgrown their boards, and the two older ones had well killed their old ones. They all did demo's to decide. All settled on Never Summer boards. Two Cobra's, an Evo and a Raptor. Christmas Gift buying COMPLETE Link to post Share on other sites
MagSeven 40 Posted August 20, 2013 Share Posted August 20, 2013 Got myself another pair of skis. They're new to me, but one season old, bought from a mate. Line Francis Bacons, replacing another pair of Line skis that broke on me last winter. Also got a new pair of ski pants. Bring it on. (Both the aki-aji, and the autumn!) Link to post Share on other sites
snowdude 44 Posted August 20, 2013 Share Posted August 20, 2013 Might upgrade my boots other than that all my gear id still relatively new and good for a few more seasons yet. Link to post Share on other sites
muikabochi 208 Posted August 20, 2013 Share Posted August 20, 2013 Just lift tickets for me. Link to post Share on other sites
anything 6 Posted August 20, 2013 Share Posted August 20, 2013 really happy with my new Arc'teryx jacket, should tie me over for another 10 years ;p Link to post Share on other sites
SantaCruz 0 Posted August 20, 2013 Share Posted August 20, 2013 My boots died on me at the end of last season, will need to pick up a new pair in the early season sales. At first I was really leaning towards the Vans Andreas Wiig (basically a stiffer version of the Hi-Standard) but then I found out that Vans run wide and I have a narrow foot. Now I'm thinking of perhaps the Saloman Malamute. Any recos for a good, stiff boot are welcome Link to post Share on other sites
Mick Rich 78 Posted August 20, 2013 Share Posted August 20, 2013 My boots died on me at the end of last season, will need to pick up a new pair in the early season sales. At first I was really leaning towards the Vans Andreas Wiig (basically a stiffer version of the Hi-Standard) but then I found out that Vans run wide and I have a narrow foot. Now I'm thinking of perhaps the Saloman Malamute. Any recos for a good, stiff boot are welcome I can definitely vouch for the stiffness, narrowness and longevity of the Malamutes, having worn the same pair for 5 seasons - just make sure that they fit you like a glove because your feet will change shape before they do!! Link to post Share on other sites
SantaCruz 0 Posted August 20, 2013 Share Posted August 20, 2013 I can definitely vouch for the stiffness, narrowness and longevity of the Malamutes, having worn the same pair for 5 seasons - just make sure that they fit you like a glove because your feet will change shape before they do!! Good to know Mick, thanks for the info. Do they pack out much? How do you like the lacing system? Link to post Share on other sites
seemore 66 Posted August 21, 2013 Share Posted August 21, 2013 Heaps of Stuff I will post photos once I finish moving Link to post Share on other sites
HelperElfMissy 42 Posted August 21, 2013 Share Posted August 21, 2013 Moving Seemore? Not out of Sandgroperville I hope! Link to post Share on other sites
seemore 66 Posted August 21, 2013 Share Posted August 21, 2013 No just back to Ocean Reef didn't like Iluka Link to post Share on other sites
Mick Rich 78 Posted August 21, 2013 Share Posted August 21, 2013 Good to know Mick, thanks for the info. Do they pack out much? How do you like the lacing system? I bought them nearly-new (from someone who gave up on them after one trip) so can't tell you what they were like from new, but they didn't seem to pack out much when I had them. They fitted me well but I always ended up with some toe pain in my wider right foot by the end of the day, so ended up replacing them with the less stiffer Salomon Synapse wides. No issues with the lacing system. Good boots all-round! Link to post Share on other sites
HeatherLocklearRocks 1 Posted August 23, 2013 Share Posted August 23, 2013 Tempted to buy new gear this season. I'm going to have to cut back a bit and see how the next month or two goes I think. Link to post Share on other sites
yamaski 0 Posted August 23, 2013 Share Posted August 23, 2013 New skis. Eyeing them up now. Link to post Share on other sites
little sheep 0 Posted August 23, 2013 Share Posted August 23, 2013 All new for me. Been saving up. Not decided on what I'm getting yet though. Link to post Share on other sites
DumbStick 13 Posted August 26, 2013 Share Posted August 26, 2013 While I'll still get out, I'm afraid my budget this year won't allow any new snow gear. I'll be living nearer it though. Link to post Share on other sites
LukeLomond 0 Posted August 26, 2013 Share Posted August 26, 2013 Got kitted out with new last season. This season, it's all about getting over to Japan. Link to post Share on other sites
Tubby Beaver 209 Posted August 26, 2013 Author Share Posted August 26, 2013 Where are u heading to Luke? Link to post Share on other sites
gozaimaas 61 Posted August 26, 2013 Share Posted August 26, 2013 I decked myself out in goretex, I cant believe it took me so long but its the best purchase Ive ever made by far. Other than that Im building a handful of new boards. I want for nothing else (finally) Link to post Share on other sites
pdoull 2 Posted August 26, 2013 Share Posted August 26, 2013 I decked myself out in goretex, I cant believe it took me so long but its the best purchase Ive ever made by far. Other than that Im building a handful of new boards. I want for nothing else (finally) Goretex. What did you buy? Link to post Share on other sites
rach 1 Posted August 26, 2013 Share Posted August 26, 2013 Invisible Man! Link to post Share on other sites
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