23/24 Gear Rumors

[Lord Thomas]

Agree. Any more info like a name?

"Cruise" is what they are calling it. I want to know the weight and the mount pattern. I assume they will use the Alpinist toe but hope they use either the KP or Alpinist heel mount pattern. Looks like it has a lot more bsl adjustment than alpinist as well.

[skisurfmirth]

Agree. Any more info like a name?

From Evo, looks like an interesting binding for sure.

“What do you get when you cross a Kingpin and an Alpinist? The Cruise, A new touring binding from Marker. Just like the Alpinist, it features both a pin toe and heel. Unlike the Alpinist, it’s got reduced step in force and is easier to use for every-day freeride touring. Constructed with bio-based plastic, the Cruise is eco-friendly and strong as heck. Two heel risers, independently adjustable vertical and horizontal release, and fast switching of the 180 degree uphill heel rotator make it easy to transition and set the bindings to your need.”

[Lord Thomas]

Anybody know anything about the new Nordica Unlimited? boot? Looks like a full grilamid 130 and a PU 50/50 type. Thinking it might be a possible replacement for my XTD's in the 50/50 role.

[ezgzy]

Agree. Any more info like a name?

It’s called the cruise, i believe it’s going to be full adjustable release, lateral and vertical. I think it’s also going to come in a 9 and a 12. No sure about pricing though


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[jacob_dbu]

Saw some prototype K2 pow sticks in the alpental lines today. Took a couple snaps but the homies asked me not to post, my guess is they may or may not see the light in 2024. Seems exciting. K2 is making a comeback.

[XavierD]

So post them

[ffmedic84]

It’s called the cruise, i believe it’s going to be full adjustable release, lateral and vertical. I think it’s also going to come in a 9 and a 12. No sure about pricing though


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[nyskirat]

Interesting....

[jacob_dbu]

saw some new k2s a little while back…

[kid-kapow]

holy splay!

[adrenalated]

If they didn't name that model the "Huge Floppy Donkey Dick" they really missed an opportunity.

[Crystal Skier]

hellbentishness 🧐


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[rfconroy]

hellbentishness 類


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[jacob_dbu]

I think it’s the new K2 Crescendo perhaps

[S_jenks]

saw some new k2s a little while back…

Holy f-ing rocker they look awful.

Like two very cute-looking turds.

[Lord Thomas]

Hmmm, wonder what the suits at K2 think about them rolling with pivots on their shiny new protos?

[adrenalated]

Hmmm, wonder what the suits at K2 think about them rolling with pivots on their shiny new protos?

Instead of K2's extensive line of ski bindings?

[mr_pretzel]

Hmmm, wonder what the suits at K2 think about them rolling with pivots on their shiny new protos?

I think it’s mainly the volkl athletes that are shunned to Marker hell

[adrenalated]

I think it’s mainly the volkl athletes that are shunned to Marker hell

Jarden (Marker-Volkl's owner) sold K2 back in 2017 so yeah pretty sure K2 athletes aren't bound to Markers.

[RShea]

So have not read through the full thread to see if these are discussed. But Sunday was demo days with reps from the following: Dynastar, Rossignol, Line, and Elan.

Elan had some new Wingman skis- The Elan Wingman Black Edition with a few rods carbonite rods up through them. Hopped on the Wingman 86 (under foot) in a 178 cm ski with a radius of 16.5. So dimensions are 130-86-115 and they were a fun ski. It was a soft snow day on the local hill.

[lrn2swim]

I think it’s the new K2 Crescendo perhaps

Pretty sure that's the Reckoner 122

[jacob_dbu]

Pretty sure that's the Reckoner 122

The topsheet certainly is, but they say the Reckoner returns unchanged for 23/24 and this does not look like the Reckoner 122 shape. Also there was hex titanal in them if you zoom in on the photos

[GoldenBC]

The topsheet certainly is, but they say the Reckoner returns unchanged for 23/24 and this does not look like the Reckoner 122 shape. Also there was hex titanal in them if you zoom in on the photos

Holy Christ. I thought the enhance button was only in CSI Miami

[scumpup]

I've been told this is the case directly from a certain manufacturer. Naming schemes are going to get more convoluted going forward which is certainly annoying from a consumer perspective.

This is definitely a great idea for a sport most participants only participate maybe 5-10 days a season! Make it more confusing for them to find the right gear! We love progress!

[wilcox510]

As far as light (1100-1300ish g) but fairly stiff touring boots, what all is coming out next year? Not much that I'm aware of. The Atomic Backland XTD is the big one, there will be a stiffer version of the Fischer Transalp, the Scarpa F1 XT will be available in the US I think, Dynafit Tigard is heavier. Anything else?