Im an intermediate skier and I'm looking at buying a pair of ski's, boots and bindings.

Whats better, parabolic or alpine? Pro's/con's?

Any info is much appreciated

I don't know that you can buy anything but parabolics now. The pros to parabolics is that with the shape of the ski you get a lot more ski for a lot less length which means you don't need a ridiculously long pair anymore.

The biggest piece of advice I can give you about buying equipment is that, at your level, you want your boots to cost more than your skis. By this I mean, buy a nice set of boots and a decent, even used pair, of skis. If you don't have a pair of good-fitting boots, you might as well not ski. And look in to getting custom orthotics in your boots. Your feet will thank you.

[This message has been edited by Sooner Born (edited 11/4/2005 1:05p).]

the point of parabolics are they help you turn a whole lot easier. i cant imagine anyone buying a pair of skies that arent parabolic anymore. i do agree that if your boot isnt comfortable then its pointless. but just cuz a boot is expensive doesnt make it comfortable. it all depends on your feet. try a whole bunch on.

Also, when you try your boot on, it should be snug, even slightly uncomfortable. The liner will pack out a bit and it will fit like a dream.