Thanks. I'm loving this great advice. Looks like I'll be looking for a good price on a new or used Sydnicate or Carbon Omni or Radar Senate.
I want to change my bindings as well. I've got the HO Animal bindings, but they are well worn and honestly have always been a bit too small for me anyway. What are some good recommendations?
This morning I tried out my buddy's ski with the black Connelly Sidewinder Bindings. I liked the way the Sidewinder's feel, but they were a bit odd to get out of after skiing with the release lever on the heel. They were actually my correct size (I believe) but when trying to remove them they were tough to get off. Do these things actually release when you fall?
PS - I'll need a binding I can fit some foot beds in. My late middle-aged arches need the support after years of running and skiing. :)