im almost positive that my resort doesnt require brakes.  and if they do, i could get out of getting into trouble because i work there.  i will be using the ski for mostly inbounds and hopefully some more bc skiing than last season.  i want to have brakes because of when im putting on my skis on a groomed slope and stuff like that.  the tape thing sounds like a good idea, but that will be last resort.  but you think that i should crank my din. since i could always go back to and use my 4frnts, id rather lose a ski and lose a season.  in any bc situation, id also rather lose the ski than brake a leg.  if i break my leg, then its atleast $500 for ski patrol to come and get me out.  proformed skis shouldnt be over $400.