scarpa denali

[imorris]

I've noticed that in the UK the Scarpa Denali is marketed as a purplish thing, but from the looks of it, it's the same as the US model. Any info on this? I was thinking of getting a pair.

-Iain

[hakioawa]

I've got a pair. They are baby blue rather than red. And are marketed as the Denali XT (or Denali 2001). I have not found them anywhere in the US. My understanding is that they are a little stiffer than the red ones. They ski great. In fact, I'd say they are a litlle too stiff. And I like really stiff boots.

Not much to hike in but they ski great.

[imorris]

Thanks for the info. Now I just need to get my british shoe size.

-Iain

[EW]

Hakioawa, you're right on track. the Denali XT is not available now in the US/Canada. However, it will be this coming fall. I work for Black Diamond. We import Scarpa to the US and Canada. Your assessment of the boot is right on too. It's essentially a really stiff shelled Denali. The fit should be the same as the old Denali, as the shell last and molds are the same. Have you found that to be true?

[Lambone]

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Originally posted by EW:

Hakioawa, you're right on track. the Denali XT is not available now in the US/Canada. However, it will be this coming fall. I work for Black Diamond. We import Scarpa to the US and Canada. Your assessment of the boot is right on too. It's essentially a really stiff shelled Denali. The fit should be the same as the old Denali, as the shell last and molds are the same. Have you found that to be true?

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You work for BD huh? did you se the thread on Android Leashes? They should really do something about that little problem.

[hakioawa]

Yeah I think they are every bit stiff enough. In fact perhaps a little too stiff given the upright stance. It is a little difficult to stay forward in them. When you do they really power the tip well and the ski initialtes a trun real easy. Its not a subtle boot. If you sit back though you are screwed.

[EW]

Yeah, the Android issue is being addressed. I emailed some of the folks on this site that had major complaints. I haven't heard back from them however. There is a quick, easy fix in place now.

[Lambone]

EW,Cool, thanks.

(Just in case you didn't notice) I was the one who had them fall apart while climbing. Twice. I have fixed them a third time and they seem to be working now. But I'd say that my faith in them is sketchy at best.

I know I should have sent them back and wrote a letter and all that stuff. But that takes time and money. Two things I am short on these days, plus what would I climb with?

Anyway, just thought I'd mention that, as I did not recieve an e-mail from you. Any word on the 17 cm express screw backorder situation? Thanks again, take it easy.

Matt

[ 01-22-2002: Message edited by: Lambone ]