In 1990, the Kneissl company launched the innovative Big Foot sports equipment on the market, whereby the innovation relates more to the shape than the type. This was a milestone for the Kneissl company, founded in 1861, the world population and the die-hard short skier. Despite its unique snow glider, the company unfortunately did not manage to stay on the market and practically disappeared from the scene (insolvent). Only the Big Foot still shows continuity and performance.
Small, light, compact and with lots of matching additional equipment (poles, bag, goggles, jacket, cap....) - that's how you could describe this Fungerät. The hanger binding can be adjusted quickly and you are ready for the next project. Admittedly, it requires a short
The little glider is like a tiger in a cage and always wants to be tamed. Anyone who has ever noticed that length runs can imagine what that means for this little thing. The turning and carving behavior is quite an experience due to the short edge in the high-speed range, but that shouldn't stop you from going as fast as an arrow. In this case, I recommend drifting into corners in good time when riding very fast and not relying on the tiger-tooth-like gripping edges. A big plus is the maneuverability, which allows you to have the run of your life even in the narrowest residual snow couloirs.
Speaking of residual snow, I met people at the "end of the world" in summer who concentrate exclusively on conquering any residual snow couloirs with crampon-proof mountain boots and then rocking them down with the Big Foots. So it seems to be a multi-tool.
If you don't have a Christmas present yet, or want to make one for yourself, go for it. The Big Foot is like a good wine, it gets better and better.
In this spirit, here's to a powder-rich and safe 2015/16 season
