Alpine Base & Edge started operations in November of 2005. The shop began as a specialty ski and snowboard tuning center where customers can get a professional, custom tune, purchase quality ski tuning equipment and waxes, and receive advice about tuning techniques as well as learn how to maintain their own equipment. I am the owner, Peter Boyer, and started tuning skis while attending Stratton Mountain School in Vermont in 1975. Sharp edges and fast bases were a must on the hard pack conditions found at eastern ski areas, so all the students at the school had to master ski tuning by hand. My passion for tuning was at first a necessary component of my competitive skiing, grew into an obsession, and has now morphed into a business. My suspicion that a specialty tuning center would be a great idea was confirmed when one of my first customers said, "Wow, I've been waiting for a shop like this to open. I'm so glad I can finally get my skis tuned by someone who knows what they're doing!" Yes, I do all the tuning work at the shop personally. As the business grows, I'll have to take on an apprentice or two, but for now I'm able to keep up with the volume of tunes coming into the shop.

Personalized service, experienced high quality workmanship, and a dedication to the latest tuning technology available formed the foundation of the business' mission. I believe that properly tuned equipment enables riders to maximize their technique and carving experience. Today's skis and snowboards require specific edge geometry, unique base structures based on technique and snow conditions, and custom waxing/finishing. When your equipment is tuned at Alpine Base & Edge you can be assured of optimum performance on the snow. Plus, your skis will be tuned according to your ability and style of riding. Alpine Base & Edge guarantees all tunes - if you don't like the way your ride is performing after having it worked on, bring it back and I'll adjust the tune for you. Alpine Base & Edge tunes all year long so bring in your equipment during the summer and avoid the rush at the start of ski season!

The shop provides tuning and repair for Alpine, Telemark, Nordic (skate and classic), and Back Country skis, as well as Snowboards and Alpine Carving Boards. Racing Tunes, Custom Edge Geometry and Base Structuring are the shop's specialty. Nordic Skate Ski tunes require extensive calibration of the stone grinder, so I like to get a least 10 pair in the shop before I set the machinery up. There is an I-beam available to inspect skis and boards on as well as a "Hot Box' for initial ski base preparation. New ski/board preparation is essential prior to use. Alpine Base & Edge will make sure that your new base is flat and structured, the edges properly beveled and sharp, and that a least two waxes (one Molybdenum/Graphite, one Hydrocarbon) are hand ironed on to the base to ensure maximum glide performance.

Equipment & Accessories
Alpine Base & Edge carries a full line of alpine and nordic waxes from Toko, ski tuning tools and accessories from Toko and Wintersteiger/Spirakut, snowboard waxes from Purl, Lorpen ski socks, and new for the 2006-2007 season, Atomic Race Stock Skis, Boots, Bindings, & accessories. Alpine Base & Edge has been approved by Atomic Ski to be the Atomic Pro Shop for the Denver/Boulder metro area. Pro forms for certified professionals are available. In addition, Alpine Base & Edge carries the Supercross, Metron and the Telemark lines of skis by Atomic, as well as Rottefella Telemark Bindings. Here is a model specific listing of the ski equipment carried at the shop:

• Atomic Race Stock Skis:
  SG FIS RACE 201cm, 210cm
  GS 12 pb CHA FIS RACE 183cm, 186cm
  SL 12 pb CHA FIS RACE 165cm
  LT 12 pb CHA FIS RACE 176cm, 183cm
  ST 12 pb CHA FIS RACE 155cm
  GS 9 m CHA (non FIS) N412 170cm, 180cm
  SL 9 m CHA (non FIS) N412 150cm, 160cm, 170cm
  SG (red) JR CHA 175cm, 185cm
  GS (red) 12.2 JR CHA 158cm, 165cm, 171cm
  SL (red) 12 JR CHA 137cm, 144cm, 151cm
  
  
• Atomic Race Stock Boots:
  Ti 150 M White/Red
  Ti Soft White/Red
  Ti X-Soft White/Red
  CS 130 Soft White/Red
  
  
• Atomic Race Bindings
  Race 10.18 Black/Blue
  Race 10.18 Black/Red
  Race 6.14 Black/Silver
  Race 4.12 Black/Red
  Race 3.10 Black/Red
  
  
• Atomic Race Poles
  Giant Slalom Red, Blue
  Beta Race Red, Blue
  Beta Race Jr. Red
  
  
• Atomic Retail Skis
  GS 12 170cm, 176cm, 180cm, 185cm
  SL 12 150cm, 155cm, 160cm, 165cm
  LT 12 pb 169cm, 176cm, 183cm
  ST 12 pb 150cm, 155cm, 160cm
  GS 9 m 160cm, 170cm, 180cm
  SL 9 m 150cm, 160cm, 170cm
  SX B5 166cm, 174cm, 183cm
  SX 12 pb 162cm, 169cm, 176cm, 183cm
  SX 10 B5 150cm, 160cm, 166cm, 173cm
  METRON B5 152cm, 162cm, 172cm
  METRON 11 B5 164cm, 170cm, 176cm
  METRON 10 157cm, 164cm, 171cm, 178cm
  
  
• Atomic Retail Bindings
  Neox 6.14
  Neox 4.12
  Race 10.18
  Race 6.14
  Race 4.12
  
  
• Atomic Telemark Skis
  Janak 163cm, 173cm, 183cm
  Kongur 168cm, 177cm, 184cm, 191cm
  Kailas 163cm, 174cm, 185cm
  
  
• Rottefella Telemark Bindings
  Cobra R - 8
  Cobra R - 6

On a Personal Note...
Customers are always welcome to come in for free ski/board tuning advice, ask questions about equipment selection, get the latest ski report from your favorite Colorado area, or just hang out and watch a little T.V., "talk shop" or listen to some great tunes. Espresso is complimentary for customers and just $1 for everyone else. Yes, I make a mean cup of coffee too! Tips are not necessary, but good beer or wine is always welcomed and will be shared after the grinders are off! Please come in and share your winter adventures, feel free to drop off a ski photo or two (they'll be displayed on the wall right away!), or let me know about up-coming events so I can spread the word!

I look forward to seeing all of you at Alpine Base & Edge!
Peter Hill Boyer