I have been thinking about something recently, and thought people here would know the answer. Either from back then, or if they go out on the hill on the old gear.

The question is, how bad were the old systems with a non-releasing heel? A lateral release toe and cable hold down?

It would seem it would result in a lot of broken legs, but I suspect it might not have been so bad. Did people keep the toes loose enough that any twist along with the fall would cause a release? Or were the boots soft enough that the ankles bent enough to protect the leg?

Anyone still take these set-ups out on the hill?
Thanks
Dan