Decision between skis + boot/binding recommendations

[garbagemon]

looking to step into a new setup this season, having some trouble deciding on some gear.

deciding between: moment meridian, on3p jeffrey 108, icelantic nomad 105 lite.

ski about 75% resort and 25% touring access BC.

all mountain freeride type riding in AK, occasional park laps. like being able to take off/land switch.

leaning toward the route of regular alpine bindings/boots with conversion system (daymakers, cast, etc) for touring days.

have also considered the salomon shift or marker duke PT route.

mostly looking to be able to ski in and out of bounds on the same setup.

any and all tips, information, recommendations are appreciated.

**This thread was edited on Nov 2nd 2019 at 8:35:12pm

 

[onenerdykid]

What boots will you be using? This either helps or hinders your binding options.

 

[patagonialuke]

^in addition to the boot question, what skis have you used in the past and what did you like / not like about them?

 

[garbagemon]

What boots will you be using? This either helps or hinders your binding options.

I haven't decided on boots. part of the reason why I made this thread... I am looking for something light enough to be easy on the uphill, substantial enough for landings/impacts, and that won't begin to fall apart after a season or two...

I am not well-versed in boots or bootfitting, so any of your opinions would be appreciated

 

[garbagemon]

^in addition to the boot question, what skis have you used in the past and what did you like / not like about them?

I have been using icelantic gypsies and line blends for the past few years.

gypsies: great when the conditions call for them... quite a bit more ski than is necessary most times though

blends: fun pair of skis, but they are noodles.

 

[Cbathgate]

I haven't decided on boots. part of the reason why I made this thread... I am looking for something light enough to be easy on the uphill, substantial enough for landings/impacts, and that won't begin to fall apart after a season or two...

I am not well-versed in boots or bootfitting, so any of your opinions would be appreciated

Go to your local shop and talk to a boot fitter and mention these things, they should be able to sort you out with something that checks the boxes and fits you well.

 

[patagonialuke]

I have been using icelantic gypsies and line blends for the past few years.

gypsies: great when the conditions call for them... quite a bit more ski than is necessary most times though

blends: fun pair of skis, but they are noodles.

Gotcha, seems like there are lots of options that could work for you. It'd probably be worth checking out the All-Mountain Freestyle section of this guide, if you haven't already, and NS's editor's picks.

If you have any questions about the skis in the Blister guide, feel free to hit me up.