NEWS
More Changes coming with n.t.n.
Have you heard enough about NTN lately? We're just getting warmed up. Rottefella sent us a comprehensive look at what will be changing for next year. Every single update appears to address the many minor and major reservations we have had so far. Particularly encouraging are the changes to the springs which bode well for ease of adjustment (a royal pain this year) and improving the engagement of the binding from overtly fast, to a slower, more traditionally smooth engagement.
Details here (PDF format).
Experiencing a revelation with n.t.n.
Who would've thunk it. After a good first impression, I was ready to throw in the towel on the production version of NTN. It stunk. But then I went back for one more ride.
Details here
REview of REI's Shuksan Jacket
The outdoor industries leading retail chain uses eVent™ to build a backcountry worthy shell.
Details here.
PREview of Skis for 2008/09
We tested over 170 pairs of skis to give you the inside track on what are the best skis out there for big grin fun.
Details here.
Rottefella continues to revise NTN binding
12may08
More changes are slated for Rottefella's next generation NTN binding. Most are minor tweaks with the exception of the spring cartridges which will all be made shorter and softer.
Details here.
Scarpa Offers Terminator-X Upgrade
6mar08
Early adopters of the NTN (New Telemark Norm) may or may not be completely satisfied with their new rig. In particular, there is a significant difference in the flex of boots between last season's demo boots, and this season's production models. If you own Scarpa's Terminator-X and think they don't flex easily enough, or you want a softer flex, Scarpa is offering a free upgrade program. Details here.
VertFest 2008 Results
4mar08
Crystal Mountain, 1mar08 - 62 racers competed for cash and prizes at Outdoor Research's 2nd Annual VertFest. Benedikt Bohm, a last minute entry from Germany won the race division with a time of 1:45:33.60 over a 4800' vertical foot course. Runners up were Jared Inouye from Salt Lake City, and Miki Knizka from North Vancouver, British Columbia. (Full story here.)
7tm Announces Step-In Feature
Bear Valley Telefest rocked by Turtles
14feb08
The 2008 Bear Valley Telemark Festival was a gas. Friday and Saturday saw lots of free heelers taking clinics at the Bear Valley ski resort, with Sunday being the dedicated backcountry day. Saturday night Blue Turtle Seduction kept everyone groovin'.
NTN Shapes Up
November 16, 2007
By now you probably know that Rottefella’s New Telemark Norm (NTN) binding has arrived at select American retailers. If you’re wondering whether it’s time to switch platforms, you owe it to yourself to check ‘em out first hand, and if you’re intrigued enough, even demo a pair.
The reason is simple. NTN represents the future of telemark skiing. Or at least part of it. One can argue that this is yet to be proven.
(READ THE REST OF THE STORY HERE)
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