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Messed up my boot buckle

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ezav
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Was skiing on some quality east coast ice and slipped out. As i slid the front buckle must have caught on the ice and got bent upwards slightly. It doesnt seem too bad and it still buckles alright, but im probably gonna try to get a replacement (
which wont happen until next tuesday at the earliest). I tried bending it back but it wont budge, and since i have skiing plans this weekend, i need some input. Does this look bad enough to not be able to ski properly, risk breaking it completely, etc. Or should i be fine skiing with a bent buckle?

These pics should give you guys an idea of what im dealing with. This was completely my fault, but im pretty blown to be out this early so any input is welcome.


7 years ago
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onenerdykid
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It's just a bent base plate. You should be fine skiing it until you get it replaced. Just be aware that since it sticks out off the boot more, that you might catch it on things while skiing and/or walking.
7 years ago
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ezav
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onenerdykidIt's just a bent base plate. You should be fine skiing it until you get it replaced. Just be aware that since it sticks out off the boot more, that you might catch it on things while skiing and/or walking.


Thanks for the quick response. Im probably gonna call in to get a replacement soon but for now I'll be more careful with them.
7 years ago
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nmwninjart
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How many ski days did that bent boot buckle last you before either breaking or getting your replacement?
I had the same thing happen with one of my Salomon buckles but of course it had to be the one that is over the ankle. I noticed it felt a bit loose today. I guess it happened during a crash. But it had been weeks since that happened. I dont know what else could have done it. The only thing i did differently was I tightened my buckles a bit--The spin for a small adjustment. I tried to bend it back with pliers but cant move it.
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