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Skiking with poles

26/9/2012

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A few things to consider when using poles whilst skiking.

Be considerate of others and take care using your poles when passing people. Older people in particular can be frightened by the poling and it is sometimes best to stop poling as you pass.  Be mindful of the amount of space you take up on paths when poling and keep in mind that cyclists may overtake you from behind at speed with little or no warning.

Be particularly careful of such things as drainage grates of any kind, manhole and cabling pit covers.  We are aware of cases where people have inadvertently damaged their poles when the pole tip has got stuck.

The tips and pads on skike poles can be damaged if not installed correctly.  When adjusting or setting up your poles, ensure that the flange on the tip is facing to the rear when holding the pole handgrip comfortably. Looking down, you should be able to read the skike logo on the flange.  If the logo is upside down, the tip is facing the wrong direction and will not bite the ground as intended.  If using the rubber boots on the tips, make sure they are installed correctly - the very point of the tungsten tip should protrude through a slit in the boot and be a firm snug fit.  The boot will quicly tear and be either lost or rendered useless if the tip and/or the boot are not installed as mentioned.

Lastly, under no circumstances over tighten either the pole tips or the pole sections - you may crack or over stress the carbon-fibre/composite pole sections and severely reduce their strength and reliability.

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Inflating skike tyres

22/9/2012

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New skike owners need to be aware of how to inflate tyres.  We reccomend using a pump with a gauge. Use caution when inflating if using a high-volume pump as it is very easy with just one plunge to exceed 100psi and blow the tube immediately.

A high-pressure, low-volume pump such as a shock-pump for mountain bikes is ideal and easy to carry whilst skiking.
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Shipment Arrived

21/9/2012

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After much anticipation our first bulk order of the new skike models has arrived.  If you have paid a deposit or are on the waiting list, Len has probably been in touch by now to finalise delivery and payment details.   A number of new skikers are already rolling.

We will be trying to secure another major order from the factory for delivery ASAP.

If you would like to secure a set in the next shipment, please contact us.
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Important information for new VO7-PLUS owners

15/9/2012

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On the first series of the VO7-PLUS, the belts have been installed in the wrong position as per the picture below. 

Before you start your first ride, please ensure that the belts are installed in the narrow slots otherwise the retaining toggle pins may slip out and break.  The larger slots are meant for closing the belts across.

                INCORRECT belt installation

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    Len - Well known in the Australian XC skiing community as a competitor, coach, race organiser and instructor who is also passionate about skikes.

    Marshall - The first to introduce and import skikes to Australia.  Enjoys outdoor pursuits and has a strong attraction to anything with wheels.


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