Join us for a few laps on the Altai Hok 145 with the universal binding. These skis are the perfect backyard backcountry ski for exploring those hidden stashes near you!
Love this video. As a Hok skier in neighbouring Ontario, can I recommend trying skiing with a single pole-what the Altai company calls a tiak. I find it gives me so much more stability and manoeuvrability on the downhills. I’m even able to ski fairly thickly treed and steep hillsides, places I would never have considered telemarking with the traditional double poles. Just a thought.
Thanks for commenting John. 😊I have been meaning to try that this winter. I think you right, it would be much more stable and maneuverable. I hope you have a great winter. We are still waiting on some significant snow fall here. 😊❄️
@@SAMAoutdoors Same here. I’ve only been able to xc ski on grassy paths so far. Just not enough snow to cover anything even mildly Stoney or roots. Every day I think it won’t be possible, but so far I’ve been able to eke out 18 surprisingly skiable, if short and careful outings. Praying for a good dump of snow.
Great video. What binding setup do you have on your hoks? I have the universal binding and having the hardest time turning, controlling speed and direction on the downhills.
I was using Muck boots. I now have the Scott Excursions and 3 pin Voile bindings. I do think the extra ankle support of the Muck boot worked well for the universal bindings.
@@SAMAoutdoors thanks for your reply. I personally not a skier. I have 3 kids and price for 5 sets of regular gear is overwhelming giving that I need to buy new ones every year for kids. Used is fine but anyway requires changing every year. I consider hok or kom or other similar mini skies as an option
