I just put my real dowhill rig on my back and strap on some snowshoes. No compromises there.

Not totally understanding what you are looking for, but when I taught myself to tele on ice back in Pennsylvania, I rode on Volkl M-Rocks. Theyre more a midfat but awesome grip on ice. (Most Volkls are great on the ice.) Maybe slightly heavier but heavy and stable is good if you're on icy groomers. ...

I just hit the consignment shop for a setup for my girlfriend's first tele setup. Got her some Crispi Apx 3 buckle boots sz 25.0 and BDO3 bindings. The ends of the spring cartridges are sitting IN FRONT of the pivot point of the boot. I believe this may be an issue but then again they may work just ...