Glide76 Posted February 25, 2011 Share Posted February 25, 2011 Hey guys I just bought some nordica tr10 boots but I need some bindings. I'm a newbie I must apologize. I have been told fritschi bindings were compatible but I'm looking for more 'cost effective' bindings I have tried scouring the net but haven't had luck searching through forums and websites Thanks for any help! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mountainmandoug Posted February 25, 2011 Share Posted February 25, 2011 There aren't really "cost effective" AT bindings. They are all expensive, and you don't want the cheapest because they won't be all that sturdy. Your best bet is probably to try and find a decent used pair of Fritschi's. Marker bindings would also work, although they are heavier and more expensive, and I think they are all about aggressive skiing. Silveretta bindings will also work, they might cost less but people say they tend to break. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Glide76 Posted February 25, 2011 Author Share Posted February 25, 2011 Thanks for the advice I'll start looking for some used Fritschi's I'm tired of hauling my snowboard along with my kite(s) and gear up a mountain while my friend flies up on his Telemarks I'll need a solid binding for kiteboarding Cheers Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hugh Conway Posted February 25, 2011 Share Posted February 25, 2011 you'll need a solid boot too and I doubt you'll find the TR10's to your liking Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Glide76 Posted February 25, 2011 Author Share Posted February 25, 2011 Well the boots are a start.. my snowboard is fuct and I'm looking to get into AT for minimal startup cost. Its tax season and the man wants a big share. Once the ice breaks on the lakes its time to start hiking to kite. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jon Posted February 25, 2011 Share Posted February 25, 2011 The question begs to be asked why don't you just buy a splitboard? Especially if you don't already ski it makes more sense. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Glide76 Posted February 25, 2011 Author Share Posted February 25, 2011 I can ski but I prefer to snowboard. I've looked into splitboards and i'd be shelling out 850 for a board plus boots and bindings. I thought I'd try skiis while kiting so i'm not postholing when adjusting my lines, and more freedom with your legs so I'm not locked into the one heel edge position all day. I picked up those boots for 10 bux so it seemed cheaper to get into at the time (AT) then a splitboard. I figure I'll slowly upgrade the skiis then boots. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
j_b Posted February 25, 2011 Share Posted February 25, 2011 you'll need a solid boot too and I doubt you'll find the TR10's to your liking Probably depends on how much he weighs. TR10s ski pretty well and are very comfortable, albeit a little on the soft side. I used TR12s for years and was quite happy, although I had to buy a decent thermoliner to keep my feet toasty with thin socks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Glide76 Posted February 26, 2011 Author Share Posted February 26, 2011 I'm around 195. When kiting you are only holding one edge not carving so much, looking to pop the next jump or get back up the hill. The boots were a little long but a good width, room for a couple pairs of socks. Can't be picky at the thrift store lol I'd like to get some fat powder skiis but will probably settle for some old clunkers for now. Some wind tomorrow gonna go fly! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
corvallisclimb Posted February 28, 2011 Share Posted February 28, 2011 Hey can you post any reccomendations on cheap kite set ups for someone looking to get into kite skiing? Or where to look, I know basically nothing, cept that I want to! Thanks! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hugh Conway Posted February 28, 2011 Share Posted February 28, 2011 You can make your own Nasa Parawings for ~$50 or so a piece, depending on. Add another ~$100 for lines and control bars. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Glide76 Posted March 3, 2011 Author Share Posted March 3, 2011 Well on the advice of my friend, I think I am going to get a telemark setup, places are clearing out boots and bindings. It will be easier to get up the mountain when I have to hike corvallisclimb, the size of kite would depend on your weight. It is suggested you purchase a smaller kite to practice on first, I got my trainer kite for 60 bux on ebay, a 2.5m HQ kite. However in retrospect I wouldn't have got such a small one, because now its only used for friends to try out. I would suggest a 5m kite to train on, but use it on lighter winds only at first. Kiting can be extremely dangerous! I use this forum http://www.kiteforum.com/ for guides, used gear, and more info You'll also need a harness which run 100 bux plus (I prefer a seat harness, mine is a dakine brand) Have fun! Once you try it you'll be hooked.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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