Epinions Recent Reviews for RONinPC

To make a better boot, start with this boot.

Tue, 6 May 2008 05:01:59 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author RONinPC - I've skied Nordica boots for six years now, switching from Lange 120's to the Dobermann Pro 130, and then recently to the Dobermann Aggressor 150. So why am I reviewing the Speed Machine? Because every ski boot starts with a basic concept of "how we...

The pro's and cons of Look (and Rossignol) bindings...

Fri, 17 Dec 2004 00:12:53 GMT

rating: 3/5 by: Epinions Author RONinPC - I have spent the past few seasons skiing nothing but Look Bindings, both the P12 and P14's. I have been thrilled with the retention abilities and elasticity of both the toe and heel (despite what appears to be a very narrow toe wing, the Look toe...

All you need in a Tele binding... sort of.

Thu, 16 Dec 2004 23:48:55 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author RONinPC - I have simple needs in a tele binding: 1. It has to stay on, and firmly maintain contact. It should not release from torquing on it in crud, and never while skiing an ugly chute. 2. It has to have sufficient lift to carve groomers without drag...

Conflicting Technologies detract from a great ski...

Tue, 14 Dec 2004 14:19:51 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author RONinPC - I've taken this ski out several times to write a review, and as I've noticed that it is still among the most searched-for models, I reviewed my notes to create this. Keep in mind, this model is no longer a current Vokl offering, and subsequent models...

Everyone needs a Slalom Ski

Tue, 23 Nov 2004 10:57:26 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author RONinPC - It’s true. Everyone needs a slalom ski. We've made such a move en-mass to big mountain fat skis; high-g-force rippers have been lost along the way. Sure, you could get a pair of Volkl Six Stars or Elan S-12's and ski them short (and that'll get you...

Keep it or sell it, keep it or sell it... We'll Keep it!

Mon, 30 Aug 2004 14:01:05 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author RONinPC - My wife had to give up her company car a few months ago, corporate downsizing took away the minivan. This left us in a predicament, as we wanted a newer car; but not the associated payment. If we were going to buy a car, it either had to represent an...

Salomon Crossmax 10 Pilot

Thu, 11 Dec 2003 20:07:21 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author RONinPC - It's been a while since I have written a review here on epinions... they have not really been keeping up listing the latest skis. It was important that I write this one though, because it has to do with reviews I have written in the past. I have...

Ski 'em all day long

Wed, 10 Sep 2003 17:02:44 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author RONinPC - A long time ago, I skied on long skis. I wanted to say that because today, if you told me to ski on a pair of 210's, I'd think you were nuts... but I used to ski 'em long. And there was a period when I thought that there was a limit to fat skis. Tha...

An all-time favorite...

Wed, 10 Sep 2003 16:59:08 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author RONinPC - Summary: This years best hard and flat carver. Pros: It's all in the Autodrive baby! Cons: This is not an all mountain ski. Compare to: -Volkl F1 -Atomic 9:20 -Head Cyber Worldcup Well, This was my first choice for a ski this year. Yup, got...

Pop and Power

Wed, 10 Sep 2003 16:53:03 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author RONinPC - Summary:Dynastar improves on it's popular 4x4 powertrac with Autodrive. Pros: Exceptional confidence plus a swoop at the end of every turn. Cons:Took about a year to break in my 4x4 Powertrac, can be a plank in the powder. Compare to: Rossignol...

An Advanced Skiers Dream

Wed, 10 Sep 2003 16:36:17 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author RONinPC - Atomic 9:18 Ski Review Summary: Everything an advanced skier would want in a ski, the Atomic 9:18 wins the "Breakthrough Award" for lightweight, quick turning, and all-around response. Pros: Lightweight, confidence inspiring, affordable. Cons: I...

We have loved this for years...

Sat, 25 Aug 2001 18:37:33 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author RONinPC - We have had two Bodum Coffee presses, a small and a large, for as long as we have been married. They have survived four espresso machines, countless drip coffee pots, two Italian espresso pots, and an electric perk. The only pot that has lasted as long...

Why I'll keep my Paradigms (and you should get some)!

Mon, 14 May 2001 17:08:21 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author RONinPC - About 5 years ago, I saw paradigms speakers at an Audio store. I was impressed by the fullness of their sound, especially for the money.

Since then, I have used them frequently at a range of volume for everything from dinner parties to yard...

Kirkland Stainless steel cookware

Sat, 21 Apr 2001 18:41:46 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author RONinPC - If you read my epinion on Calphalon

"Gimme a pot I can Dishwasher" You know my experience with cookwear. Given that Calphalon finally responded with a "tough cookies" to my email, we decided to buy more all-clad. However, there we were at costco,...

The good, the bad, and the best ski boat ever

Sun, 15 Oct 2000 00:57:36 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author RONinPC - I grew up with ski boats. My family had a relationship with Evinrude that allowed us our pick of engines. Outboards, you'll notice. My brother and I skied constantly... until my parents divorced and the boat went away.

So from that point...

These have been great!

Sun, 24 Sep 2000 01:19:22 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author RONinPC - I guess you have to ask yourself why you are looking at Little Bear Snow Shoes. (you will notice that this is not my original review. The intent is the same, but as I got several "Recommended", and a "somewhat recommended" I decided...

Its all in the bindings.

Sun, 24 Sep 2000 01:10:46 GMT

rating: 3/5 by: Epinions Author RONinPC - I have the katadins, my wife has the sierras. We typically snowshoe for about 3 miles per hike, every two weeks or so.

I love the weight and balance of my shoes, but will tell you immediately that it does not matter. The most important element...

A waste of money.

Sat, 23 Sep 2000 20:51:42 GMT

rating: 1/5 by: Epinions Author RONinPC - Yup, I own one of these.

I have sent it in for service twice. It does not work again. This time it is simply the battery (which has the life seemingly, of a cell phone).

As an altimeter goes, it works OK, but once you know the...

Old St.Petersburgh... a fine Vacation Destination

Fri, 12 May 2000 06:36:14 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author RONinPC - I have not been to Florida since I college, when I was in the Walt Disney World College Program. My memories were of a humid, volatile climate, balanced by great seafood.

On this trip, Florida's weather redemed itself.

We stayed...

Psst, hey you, um, its about your breath...

Fri, 12 May 2000 06:02:56 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author RONinPC - Lets face it, toothbrushes are an odd topic. While I may be continually self concious about my own Oral Hygiene, no need to impose my insecurities upon you right? But you are reading this, so perhaps this is a commonality... everyone has hangups, this...

Archived Hotels & Travel Reviews: Moab...The WORLDS BEST mountain biking?

Tue, 28 Mar 2000 05:33:35 GMT

rating: 0/5 by: Epinions Author RONinPC - Moab is not actually in a national park, but it is the closet town to Arches.

Serious bikers throughout the world hear about Moab, but what is it really like...

Moab is best know for the slickrock trail. As the name implies, this...

Mountain America... Banks SHOULD be scared!

Tue, 28 Mar 2000 02:45:11 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author RONinPC - I hate banks.

I really do. It is not their fault, they are in business, and as a business they have to make a profit. I just resent them. Everything has a fee, the lines are long, the tellers rude. I have to give a fingerprint to cash a check...

So far, I am thrilled...

Mon, 27 Mar 2000 11:54:32 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author RONinPC - I just recieved my Garmont Gara Boots. If you are into tele gear, you may have already read my review of the Asolo Telebreeze, so you know the basis for my comparison.

I began telemark skiing on a pair of Asolo Extremes to which I had bolted...

iMac: I thought it was great!

Fri, 10 Mar 2000 23:17:16 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author RONinPC - Ok... forget the whole handgun issue, I think this ad is great... First off, you got my attention right away. Secondly, I learned something from it (I did not know imacs had no floppy). Third? I see that epinions tell it like it is. Finally, the beanie...

The right stuff (the wrong price)

Mon, 28 Feb 2000 16:49:59 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author RONinPC - When Colorado is cold, it is REALLY cold. But when it is sunny and warm, it can be just perfect. I just returned from a week at Beaver Creek. Of six days of skiing, only one was miserable. The rest? Sunny and warm.

The skiing is epic.....