realskiers

Greg,

Now, that is a more thoughtful explanation.  Certainly better than your first explanation saying people don't use risers on flat skis because 'they CANNOT BALANCE on a tipped ski in 3D conditions', which is a gross generalization and a put down.  And that's what I was responding to.  I'm sorry, but I take a more positivist look at it, people set up equipment that works with what they WANT to do, not because it obviates what they Can't do.  It's a choice and a preference, not a handicap.

Also, you can't tip a ski to initiate a turn in soft snow without riser plates???   Just like on hard snow, of course you can tip to turn without an elevated binding.  And the added benefit of a lower center of gravity while playing on shifting, irregular surfaces is a benefit even an expert skier can appreciate.