From 1e2bf83316d7fb1da5f0bee6fcff8864a72e0727 Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001
From: tsverk <78391570+tsverk@users.noreply.github.com>
Date: Tue, 9 Dec 2025 21:13:47 -0500
Subject: [PATCH 1/3] Update skiing.md
fixed faq formatting
---
_pages/activities/skiing.md | 99 ++++++++++++++++++++++++++-----------
1 file changed, 69 insertions(+), 30 deletions(-)
diff --git a/_pages/activities/skiing.md b/_pages/activities/skiing.md
index d133907..9039458 100644
--- a/_pages/activities/skiing.md
+++ b/_pages/activities/skiing.md
@@ -52,64 +52,103 @@ Telemark skis are available on a first-come, first-served basis in a variety of
Find it [here](https://forms.gle/7tcaCrP4AtGFbPrz5).
### FAQ
-Q) Can I rent for longer than one weekend?
+
->A) Only under special circumstances. Please reach out to us separately at mitoc-approval@mit.edu
+ #### Q) Can I rent for longer than one weekend?
-Q) Can I rent a specific set of equipment?
+ A) Only under special circumstances. Please reach out to us separately at mitoc-approval@mit.edu
->A) You can request an alpine touring ski/splitboard and boot size, but not a specific set of gear. If you would prefer a specific item, you can email us at mitoc-approval@mit.edu and we will try to accommodate you, pending availability.
+
-Q) Can I splitboard/are there splitboarding trips?
+
+
+#### Q) Can I rent a specific set of equipment?
->A) Yes! We have three splitboards available in the dropdown menu on the form. Most trips are open to splitboarders unless otherwise specified. Please keep in mind that trip leaders may not have the expertise to help you with your gear, but you can reach out to us mitoc-approval@mit.edu with questions.
+ A) You can request an alpine touring ski/splitboard and boot size, but not a specific set of gear. If you would prefer a specific item, you can email us at mitoc-approval@mit.edu and we will try to accommodate you, pending availability.
-Q) How can I request Cross Country (Nordic) skis?
+
->A) There is no need for prior approval for Nordic skis. Stop by the office to rent Classic skis or XC Backcountry skis.
+
+
+ #### Q) Can I splitboard/are there splitboarding trips?
+
+ A) Yes! We have three splitboards available in the dropdown menu on the form. Most trips are open to splitboarders unless otherwise specified. Please keep in mind that trip leaders may not have the expertise to help you with your gear, but you can reach out to us mitoc-approval@mit.edu with questions.
-Q) How can I request Telemark skis?
+
->A) There is no need for prior approval for Telemark skis. Stop by the office to rent.
+
-Q) Can I ski Tucks?
+#### Q) How can I request Cross Country (Nordic) skis?
->A) Not with our gear. Sorry!
+ A) There is no need for prior approval for Nordic skis. Stop by the office to rent Classic skis or XC Backcountry skis.
-Q) How can I adjust the alpine touring (AT) ski/splitboard bindings?
+
->A) Some of our kits have Dynafit ST Rotation bindings; others have frame bindings. The splitboards have puck-style soft boot bindings. Please watch these videos for how to adjust and use the Dynafit bindings
+
-> https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=99kNB63fWUI&t=23s
+#### Q) How can I request Telemark skis?
+
+ A) There is no need for prior approval for Telemark skis. Stop by the office to rent.
+
+
+
+
+
+#### Q) Can I ski Tucks?
+
+ A) Not with our gear. Sorry!
+
+
+
+
+
+#### Q) How can I adjust the alpine touring (AT) ski/splitboard bindings?
+
+ A) Some of our kits have Dynafit ST Rotation bindings; others have frame bindings. The splitboards have puck-style soft boot bindings. Please watch these videos for how to adjust and use the Dynafit bindings
+
+ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=99kNB63fWUI&t=23s
-> https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2sUZrgawY5c&t=9s
+ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2sUZrgawY5c&t=9s
->For the frame bindings,
+ For the frame bindings,
+
+ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WnH2ljZUVLc
+
+ For the splitboard,
+
+ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X7jPRcPbOJQ
->https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WnH2ljZUVLc
+ You will need to make all adjustments by yourself. You can use the in-office tools to adjust the bindings.
->For the splitboard,
+
->https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X7jPRcPbOJQ
+
+
+#### Q) What fit should my alpine touring (AT) boots have? What size AT skis should I choose?
->You will need to make all adjustments by yourself. You can use the in-office repair kits to adjust the bindings. Please return all items back to the kits.
+ A) Alpine touring boots should not fit as tightly as alpine ski boots. When you step into the boot and stand up, your toes should be close to the front of the boot but should NOT be touching the front. When you lean forward in an athletic stance, your toes should NOT be touching the front.
+ You should also ensure your ankles are not too snug or too loose. Too snug and you will get hotspots on the uphill. Too loose and you will lose responsiveness of the skis on the downhills.
+ On the uphills, you can unbuckle your boots almost completely to give your feet more room and prevent hotspots.
-Q) What fit should my alpine touring (AT) boots have? What size AT skis should I choose?
+ We recommend choosing skis that are shoulder to chin height. Choose shorter skis for easier maneuverability.
->A) Alpine touring boots should not fit as tightly as alpine ski boots. When you step into the boot and stand up, your toes should be close to the front of the boot but should NOT be touching the front. When you lean forward in an athletic stance, your toes should NOT be touching the front.
-You should also ensure your ankles are not too snug or too loose. Too snug and you will get hotspots on the uphill. Too loose and you will lose responsiveness of the skis on the downhills.
-On the uphills, you can unbuckle your boots almost completely to give your feet more room and prevent hotspots.
+
->We recommend choosing skis that are shoulder to chin height. Choose shorter skis for easier maneuverability.
+
+
+#### Q) When is the MITOC office open?
-Q) When is the MITOC office open?
+ A) Consult the [Office Hour Calendar](/calendar).
->A) Consult the [Office Hour Calendar](/calendar).
+
-Q) Who do I ask to rent gear?
+
+
+#### Q) Who do I ask to rent gear?
->A) Please fill out [our google form](https://forms.gle/7tcaCrP4AtGFbPrz5).
+ A) Please fill out [our google form](https://forms.gle/7tcaCrP4AtGFbPrz5).
+
### IKON pass student discount (2025-26)
From 037884acf33281b1bb14b0db5cd8d119c5f17a0f Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001
From: tsverk <78391570+tsverk@users.noreply.github.com>
Date: Tue, 9 Dec 2025 21:20:31 -0500
Subject: [PATCH 2/3] Update skiing.md
---
_pages/activities/skiing.md | 29 +++++++++++++++++++++--------
1 file changed, 21 insertions(+), 8 deletions(-)
diff --git a/_pages/activities/skiing.md b/_pages/activities/skiing.md
index 9039458..e933c72 100644
--- a/_pages/activities/skiing.md
+++ b/_pages/activities/skiing.md
@@ -44,9 +44,11 @@ Ski sizes (Frame Binding, cm): 155, 157, 165 (x2), 173, 175, 176, 180, 181
Splitboards (cm): 149, 154, 158
-Classic cross-country skis are available on a first-come, first-served basis in a variety of lengths. XC Backcountry skis are also available- please stop by during office hours to rent or for inventory information.
+Classic cross-country skis are available on a first-come, first-served basis in a variety of lengths.
+XC Backcountry skis are also available- please stop by during office hours to rent or for inventory information.
-Telemark skis are available on a first-come, first-served basis in a variety of lengths. Stop by the office during office hours to rent or for inventory information.
+Telemark skis are available on a first-come, first-served basis in a variety of lengths.
+Stop by the office during office hours to rent or for inventory information.
#### Rental request form
Find it [here](https://forms.gle/7tcaCrP4AtGFbPrz5).
@@ -64,7 +66,8 @@ Find it [here](https://forms.gle/7tcaCrP4AtGFbPrz5).
#### Q) Can I rent a specific set of equipment?
- A) You can request an alpine touring ski/splitboard and boot size, but not a specific set of gear. If you would prefer a specific item, you can email us at mitoc-approval@mit.edu and we will try to accommodate you, pending availability.
+ A) You can request an alpine touring ski/splitboard and boot size, but not a specific set of gear.
+ If you would prefer a specific item, you can email us at mitoc-approval@mit.edu and we will try to accommodate you.
@@ -72,7 +75,10 @@ Find it [here](https://forms.gle/7tcaCrP4AtGFbPrz5).
#### Q) Can I splitboard/are there splitboarding trips?
- A) Yes! We have three splitboards available in the dropdown menu on the form. Most trips are open to splitboarders unless otherwise specified. Please keep in mind that trip leaders may not have the expertise to help you with your gear, but you can reach out to us mitoc-approval@mit.edu with questions.
+ A) Yes! We have three splitboards available in the dropdown menu on the form.
+ Most trips are open to splitboarders unless otherwise specified.
+ Please keep in mind that trip leaders may not have the expertise to help you with your gear,
+ but you can reach out to us mitoc-approval@mit.edu with questions.
@@ -80,7 +86,8 @@ Find it [here](https://forms.gle/7tcaCrP4AtGFbPrz5).
#### Q) How can I request Cross Country (Nordic) skis?
- A) There is no need for prior approval for Nordic skis. Stop by the office to rent Classic skis or XC Backcountry skis.
+ A) There is no need for prior approval for Nordic skis.
+ Stop by the office to rent Classic skis or XC Backcountry skis.
@@ -104,7 +111,9 @@ Find it [here](https://forms.gle/7tcaCrP4AtGFbPrz5).
#### Q) How can I adjust the alpine touring (AT) ski/splitboard bindings?
- A) Some of our kits have Dynafit ST Rotation bindings; others have frame bindings. The splitboards have puck-style soft boot bindings. Please watch these videos for how to adjust and use the Dynafit bindings
+ A) Some of our kits have Dynafit ST Rotation bindings; others have frame bindings.
+ The splitboards have puck-style soft boot bindings.
+ Please watch these videos for how to adjust and use the Dynafit bindings
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=99kNB63fWUI&t=23s
@@ -126,8 +135,12 @@ Find it [here](https://forms.gle/7tcaCrP4AtGFbPrz5).
#### Q) What fit should my alpine touring (AT) boots have? What size AT skis should I choose?
- A) Alpine touring boots should not fit as tightly as alpine ski boots. When you step into the boot and stand up, your toes should be close to the front of the boot but should NOT be touching the front. When you lean forward in an athletic stance, your toes should NOT be touching the front.
- You should also ensure your ankles are not too snug or too loose. Too snug and you will get hotspots on the uphill. Too loose and you will lose responsiveness of the skis on the downhills.
+ A) Alpine touring boots should not fit as tightly as alpine ski boots.
+ When you step into the boot and stand up, your toes should be close to the front of the boot but should NOT be touching the front.
+ When you lean forward in an athletic stance, your toes should NOT be touching the front.
+ You should also ensure your ankles are not too snug or too loose.
+ Too snug and you will get hotspots on the uphill.
+ Too loose and you will lose responsiveness of the skis on the downhills.
On the uphills, you can unbuckle your boots almost completely to give your feet more room and prevent hotspots.
We recommend choosing skis that are shoulder to chin height. Choose shorter skis for easier maneuverability.
From 831b9784eb1afd5608540f5a040602cfe345159f Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001
From: tsverk <78391570+tsverk@users.noreply.github.com>
Date: Tue, 9 Dec 2025 21:48:40 -0500
Subject: [PATCH 3/3] Update skiing.md
---
_pages/activities/skiing.md | 5 +++++
1 file changed, 5 insertions(+)
diff --git a/_pages/activities/skiing.md b/_pages/activities/skiing.md
index e933c72..b34cc16 100644
--- a/_pages/activities/skiing.md
+++ b/_pages/activities/skiing.md
@@ -53,7 +53,10 @@ Stop by the office during office hours to rent or for inventory information.
#### Rental request form
Find it [here](https://forms.gle/7tcaCrP4AtGFbPrz5).
+* * *
+
### FAQ
+
#### Q) Can I rent for longer than one weekend?
@@ -163,6 +166,8 @@ Find it [here](https://forms.gle/7tcaCrP4AtGFbPrz5).
+* * *
+
### IKON pass student discount (2025-26)
MITOC is part of the [Ikon Pass](https://www.ikonpass.com/) College Club program. MITOC members who are also **current students** (grad or undergrad) can [get discounted passes](https://mitoc-trips.mit.edu/preferences/discounts/). You must be logged in to your MITOC account to see information on how to obtain your discount. Contact mitoc.ikon@gmail.com with any questions.