How to install a ski mount for boots?

Skiing is a great winter holiday. Even if you are a fan of summer heat and beach pastime, you are unlikely to refuse a ski run. But there is no need to talk about those who cannot imagine themselves without this sport. Skiing is becoming increasingly popular. Sporting goods stores have a rich assortment of accessories related to it. In this article, we will examine in detail how to install a ski mount for boots.

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A bit about sports equipment

The choice of equipment largely depends on the style of skiing: mountain, flat walks or long hikes. In each of these cases, you need a certain type of ski. If the beginner athlete has minimal inventory requirements, then experienced skiers have incomparably higher requirements. When buying equipment, such nuances are taken into account that “dummies” do not even have a clue about.

The most popular type of ski is cross-country. The reason is understandable. The skier needs certain places for skiing. A cross-country can be used for skiing in the forest or city park - if only the weather was suitable. In addition to special sportswear, skis and poles, you need to purchase ankle boots.

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Classification

Anchorages are an important part of ski construction. Through fastening, the transmission of force from the leg to the ski itself occurs. Different models differ in their device, so the question is how to install ski mounts for boots.

Important! Older people remember the primitive models that could be worn on shoes. We were not talking about any convenience. Modern designs have a completely different task - ensuring stability and comfort when walking.

There are 3 types of mounting devices:

• Nordic Norm 75mm. These fasteners are also called weld. This is a morally obsolete model that is gradually losing ground. Fans of such a “retro” and people who are attracted by the low cost of the accessory hinder completely abandoning it.
• The NNN system developed by Roteffella is later. It consists of two longitudinal guides, fixing shoes.
• SNS is an innovative, high-level system with one longitudinal guide. This is the most convenient option. Stop fully controls the ski. Their cost is higher than NNN, but they significantly benefit in convenience and practicality.

To mount the hardware, you can contact a specialist. However, this is not so difficult. You can completely cope with this work yourself.

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Set of tools

Before attaching ski bindings for boots, prepare such tools (in addition to the skis themselves, of course):

• Mounts
• Layout template.
• Ruler and marker for marking.
• Awl.
• Screwdriver.
• PVA glue.

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Algorithm of actions:

• First determine the center of gravity of the skis. Many manufacturing companies apply it immediately, but experienced athletes do not trust this marking, preferring to check it on their own. Using a marker, mark this place.

Important! This precaution is not unnecessary. With the correct determination of the center of gravity, the ride will be comfortable, the ski will not “outweigh” on the sides. The procedure for finding the center of gravity is extremely simple. Set the ski on the edge of the ruler and move until you get a “scale” parallel to the floor line.The location of the center of gravity is indicated by a ruler.

• The resulting line coincides with the axis of the fixture. Attach the mount to the surface of the ski, mark its desired position. If you need to secure the Nordic Norm 75, then there will be staple screws on the marked line.
• An important point is to properly mark the holes. They often use a special conductor or a paper template, which comes complete with fasteners.
• The proverb “measure seven times, cut once” works in this case completely. Before you start drilling, check the distance between the holes on the fasteners and between the markings. Naturally, they must match.
• The most crucial moment is drilling. As a rule, the instructions indicate the depth of the hole and the diameter of the drill.

Important! When drilling, the drill must be used at low speeds.

• Blow out the drilled holes and fill with glue. Sometimes glue comes with fasteners. If there is no special glue, PVA is fine. The adhesive fills the microcracks formed during drilling, provides a waterproofing effect and improves fixation. However, some athletes claim that glue is completely unnecessary. Solve this issue for yourself.

Important! Do not use epoxy because the solvent can damage the skis.

• Attach the ski mount again and start tightening the screws. At first - not very tight to make sure that everything is installed correctly, and then - finally.

Important! For NN 75 mounts, you will have to insert the boot and check how centered it is.

• Now it remains only a little (about 10 hours) to wait until the glue is completely dry.

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Installing ski boot mounts is not at all complicated, but requires patience and accuracy. Enjoy your walks and good skiing!