Our Gear Editor Gavin Hess has some thoughts on pairing touring skis and boots…all prompted by some excellent questions from a reader.
THR Gear Shed Podcast: Weighing In—Pairing Boots and Skis
Barry Wicks optimizing his boot and ski pairing.
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