Shop Talk: Backcountry Skis, Boots, & Bindings (Ep.174)

On GEAR:30, John Weir from Bentgate in Golden, CO, is back to discuss advances in backcountry skis; draw comparisons between some high-profile touring boots; and reassess the pros, cons, & compromises of various AT bindings.
Bentgate's John Weir getting the goods

John Weir from Bentgate in Golden, Colorado, is back on GEAR:30 to discuss advances in backcountry skis; draw comparisons between some high-profile touring boots; and reassess the pros, cons, & compromises of various AT bindings.

TOPICS & TIMES:

  • Update on Bentgate (3:29)
  • Boots: Tecnica Zero G Tour Pro vs Dynafit Radical Pro (8:41)
  • Scarpa F1 LT (19:03)
  • Advances in backcountry skis (22:29)
  • AT Bindings (26:49)
  • “Low Tech” bindings (29:48)
  • Dynafit Rotation bindings (35:21)
  • CAIC fundraiser (39:06)
  • Supply chain realities (42:19)
  • What We’re Celebrating (45:19)

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