How To Ski and How Not To

by Vivian Caulfeild

Fig. 10.

Ski mended with (a) metal plates, (b) clamp.

Spare parts of the binding itself may be carried in case it breaks, and a thong of raw hide about two yards long, with a loop at one end, is often useful.

This thong, when used as a substitute for the Huitfeldt heel-strap, constitutes what is known as the Lapp binding. This is a most firm and comfortable binding, especially for jumping, but since it cannot be adjusted quickly nor with gloved hands, is unsuitable for occasions which involve frequent taking off and putting on of the skis, or exposure to extreme cold.

[Fig. 11] explains the arrangement of the thong.

Fig. 11.

When arranged as above so that it passes twice round the heel of the boot, the thong is hauled perfectly taut and made fast.