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Like Em, then Lock Em!

Fri, 23 Apr 2010 10:58:00 GMT

I've always locked my skis, no matter where I've been skiing. This week in Zermatt I locked my Stockli's in a rack at the top of the KM while I went for a coffee.
My bindings were tampered with during my coffee break, one heel unit was put into walk mode on my Fritschis. 3 separate actions are needed to achieve this and the heel release unit is quite stiff, so no chance of malfunction or the binding having been knocked.
I skied off with the heel unit in walk mode, and did about a kilometre before I had to deal with a tele turn :lol:

So, double disappointment for the folks who failed to have a cutter big enough to cope with my cable lock, and who then failed to see me wipe out after opening my heel unit to walk mode.

Bummer :lol:

Re:Like Em, then Lock Em!

Fri, 23 Apr 2010 11:22:10 GMT

It's sad that people set out to pinch ski equipment. All I've ever known about was a mates pair of hire poles went walkies whilst having lunch. He in turn did the same to someone else and got very short shrift when he told us about it.

Re:Like Em, then Lock Em!

Fri, 23 Apr 2010 11:35:53 GMT

Tino, Zermatt is the only resort where I have seen skis chained up with padlocks. I was surprised to still have my BD touring poles when I left yesterday.
What was done to my binding heel piece is not an obvious step to take for a casual thief/vandal. Whoever did this knew Fritschis mechanism, and was not a numpty who'd misplaced their kit.

Me skiing for about a km before needing to turn is a reflection of the gradient up there :D

Re:Like Em, then Lock Em!

Fri, 23 Apr 2010 11:54:19 GMT

Surely you needed a turn or two to get from the top of KM to Plata Rosa, sown where the draglifts are? I grant you the section between there and Trockner Steg can be a real chore in spring on a board unless it's been prepared with a base for gliding.

The thought of professional thieves is disturbing as they need to invest in passes to ply their trade. Must be profitable. Can you get your skis chipped?

Re:Like Em, then Lock Em!

Fri, 23 Apr 2010 12:22:44 GMT

Tino, I think I was skiing lazy S turns, not needing to check speed until I got to the main runs where the drag lifts are. I've not seen anywhere offering microchips for skis. I do routinely take photos of my kit, with the serial numbers visible and post it up on Picasa (or similar). I think it would be good for you to do similar with your boards, as they are desirable items.

I think a professional thief would have a big cable cutter :twisted: I have read that this winter the theft of skis has again been widespread in parts of the Tarentaise, including organised theft, with the use of vans to clear ski racks outside bars.
Maybe Microchipping will be the way forward.

Re:Like Em, then Lock Em!

Fri, 23 Apr 2010 13:04:59 GMT

Whilst we perhaps should not be surprised to hear that ski theft is on the increase, it does come across as shocking to know it goes on to such an extent.
So many places you see racks in resort outside bars etc with thousands of pounds worth of gear lying around unlocked. I have to confess I have done it many a time. I never think twice up the mountain and leave my skis unlocked, although usually well hidden away out of the prying eye if possible, or within eye shot.
I always thought it was an unwritten law amongst skiers to respect each others gear. But I guess this is the 21st century, and anyone who can make an illegal buck does. I would not be surprised if eastern europeans are behind this kind of activity.
Hmmmm, so I really need to start using my locks when leaving skis unattended. How annoying.

Re:Like Em, then Lock Em!

Fri, 23 Apr 2010 14:10:16 GMT

When our group go every year we always swap the skis to mismatch the pairs & put them in different racks,no probs so far,but of no help to solo skiers.

I think good ski locks will eventually become the norm as theft is as you say increasing.

Re:Like Em, then Lock Em!

Fri, 23 Apr 2010 14:14:10 GMT

It certainly looks like they pick the more popular upmarket resorts, never had that problem in LGb or Livigno, so I'm not buying a lock and I'll continue to
select the Nice resorts to ski.

Re:Like Em, then Lock Em!

Fri, 23 Apr 2010 19:02:06 GMT

I'd be gutted if one of my boards got nicked, not so much due to the value, more the emotional attachment. Now I don't mean to sound like I'm good with colours or anything but I could never throw one away or sell one as they all have memories attached. If forced to get shot I would be devastated. However at this rate I'll have 33 by retirement age.

Might have to talk to the future Mrs 11 about a shed or get some clause written into the pre-nuptial which already includes serious penalties for the first suggestion of cross-country skiing, a second instance resulting in divorce.

Back on topic however, there is a few of us on here, why not start a small business. I have a good idea, which for obvious reasons I'll not advertise, but it could be a winner if anyone is interested??

Re:Like Em, then Lock Em!

Sat, 24 Apr 2010 22:45:23 GMT

im always up for a new business venture :)

Re:Like Em, then Lock Em!

Sun, 25 Apr 2010 14:35:53 GMT

Me too.

Re:Like Em, then Lock Em!

Sun, 25 Apr 2010 17:56:10 GMT

I am already running too many businesses, and I've just had an idea about how to expand one of my mine. But it is getting to the point where I am swamped in paperwork (it's all over the table and chairs!).

But best of luck with whatever mysterious venture this is.

Ally

Re:Like Em, then Lock Em!

Sun, 25 Apr 2010 18:17:08 GMT

AllyG wrote:I am already running too many businesses, and I've just had an idea about how to expand one of my mine. But it is getting to the point where I am swamped in paperwork (it's all over the table and chairs!).

But best of luck with whatever mysterious venture this is.

Ally

Ally you are becoming a fire hazard. :lol:

Re:Like Em, then Lock Em!

Sat, 1 May 2010 11:12:47 GMT

Tony_H wrote:I would not be surprised if eastern europeans are behind this kind of activity.

You need to be careful Tony with comments like that. Gordon and the bigot patrol will hunt you down.

Re:Like Em, then Lock Em!

Sat, 1 May 2010 14:18:58 GMT

Snapzzz wrote:

Tony_H wrote:I would not be surprised if eastern europeans are behind this kind of activity.

You need to be careful Tony with comments like that. Gordon and the bigot patrol will hunt you down.

Haha, so true! Its a shame you are not allowed to comment or have a point of view these days without someone telling you its wrong or putting a label on you.
Move over Gordon, its time for change. R
Sorry, I digress.

Ski theft....

Re:Like Em, then Lock Em!

Sat, 1 May 2010 16:47:45 GMT

If all those Brits weren't drunk all the time, they wouldn't lose their skis :wink:

Re:Like Em, then Lock Em!

Sat, 1 May 2010 21:59:07 GMT

Harsh comment from the salad dodgers over there :D

Re:Like Em, then Lock Em!

Sat, 1 May 2010 22:13:03 GMT

You might find that Trencher learned his salad-dodging not too far from your location!!!

Re:Like Em, then Lock Em!

Sun, 2 May 2010 16:49:04 GMT

Tony_H wrote:

Snapzzz wrote:

Tony_H wrote:I would not be surprised if eastern europeans are behind this kind of activity.

You need to be careful Tony with comments like that. Gordon and the bigot patrol will hunt you down.

Haha, so true! Its a shame you are not allowed to comment or have a point of view these days without someone telling you its wrong or putting a label on you.
Move over Gordon, its time for change. R
Sorry, I digress.

Ski theft....

As someone who was labelled for having a point of view this comment made me laugh out loud.

Nice one........

Re:Like Em, then Lock Em!

Wed, 5 May 2010 10:37:33 GMT

Glad to be of service.