The first time out were challenging. I am had hard on the edges paralleler. Not very subtle and flat on the boards many who ski smoother. On teles, most things are opposite. Your downhill ski leads through the turn. Your hips aren't as square to the hill.

I've done some light day-trip touring in them as well. Now I need to head to some bigger terrain. Need to get to the Adirondacks. There's some solid climbing to do there, then ski it down... <img src="/forums/images/graemlins/kewl.gif" alt="" />

My last alpine gear was old and defunct. I don't see me replacing it.