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Seeking quiver advice--volcano/ long tour ski
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8 years 11 months ago - 8 years 11 months ago #228866
by snowsickle
Seeking quiver advice--volcano/ long tour ski was created by snowsickle
If one already has a powder touring setup, what ski should one buy for everything else in the cascades: volcanoes, long tours with variable snow, or just non-powder days?
In my particular case: I have DPS Wailer 112 hybrids as well as K2 Shuksans (78mm waist), both mounted with Radicals. I am thinking I should fill in the gap with a sub-7-pound, 94 -102 mm waisted, slightly rockered ski like the G3 Findr, Fischer Hannibal, Salomon MTN 95... (replacing 2008 102-waisted BD Verdicts). Thoughts? Opinions on 94 vs 100/102? If I buy something like this, is there any argument for keeping the skinnier but heavier Shuksans?
EDIT 2/21:
I guess I should have mentioned that my technique is far from flawless. I see a lot of love for the Blizzard Zero G 95, but reviews invariably mention that it is a demanding ski, requiring attention, skill, a lot of input, etc....all of which gives me pause! I suppose I need a more forgiving ski.
In my particular case: I have DPS Wailer 112 hybrids as well as K2 Shuksans (78mm waist), both mounted with Radicals. I am thinking I should fill in the gap with a sub-7-pound, 94 -102 mm waisted, slightly rockered ski like the G3 Findr, Fischer Hannibal, Salomon MTN 95... (replacing 2008 102-waisted BD Verdicts). Thoughts? Opinions on 94 vs 100/102? If I buy something like this, is there any argument for keeping the skinnier but heavier Shuksans?
EDIT 2/21:
I guess I should have mentioned that my technique is far from flawless. I see a lot of love for the Blizzard Zero G 95, but reviews invariably mention that it is a demanding ski, requiring attention, skill, a lot of input, etc....all of which gives me pause! I suppose I need a more forgiving ski.
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8 years 11 months ago #228871
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Replied by flowing alpy on topic Re: Seeking quiver advice--volcano/ long tour ski
Praxis Rx
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8 years 11 months ago #228872
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Replied by biker on topic Re: Seeking quiver advice--volcano/ long tour ski
I like my blizzard zero G 95s in this slot. I would not bother keeping the shuksans.
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8 years 11 months ago #228891
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Replied by thatcherk1 on topic Re: Seeking quiver advice--volcano/ long tour ski
I'm diggin my Hannibal 94s with superlight bindings. Good in variable terrain. They are still fun in powder. Edged nicely last week on a super icy mt hood. Mine are a bit squirrelly, but I got a short pair. I'm 6'2" 190lb and I have the 178 length. They're snappy though when tight turns are needed. And best of all is they're easy to throw on the back. Hardly feel them. 7.5lb for the pair with bindings.
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8 years 11 months ago - 8 years 11 months ago #228892
by Scotsman
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Im still drooling after reading this blister review today!
. blistergearreview.com/gear-reviews/majesty-skis-werewolf-clt
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www.black-crows.com/navis-freebird-skis .
Just started riding a pair of Blackcrow Anima Freebirds and they are very playful. The Navis is a touring ski used a lot in the Alps which is not suprising considering Blsck Crow is a Cham based company.
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www.dpsskis.com/en/cassiar-987.html .
I have the Cassiar's and they are a great ski and 95 mm is a good width imo.
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www.evo.com/skis/dynastar-mythic-97.aspx...461/453195/clone.jpg
The Mythic is also getting very good reviews and a few of my pals have jsut bought them and love them,
Those Majesty Werewolf's look rad....plus they are called Werewolf's!!!!!! Drool!.
. blistergearreview.com/gear-reviews/majesty-skis-werewolf-clt
or
www.black-crows.com/navis-freebird-skis .
Just started riding a pair of Blackcrow Anima Freebirds and they are very playful. The Navis is a touring ski used a lot in the Alps which is not suprising considering Blsck Crow is a Cham based company.
or
www.dpsskis.com/en/cassiar-987.html .
I have the Cassiar's and they are a great ski and 95 mm is a good width imo.
or
www.evo.com/skis/dynastar-mythic-97.aspx...461/453195/clone.jpg
The Mythic is also getting very good reviews and a few of my pals have jsut bought them and love them,
Those Majesty Werewolf's look rad....plus they are called Werewolf's!!!!!! Drool!.
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8 years 11 months ago #228893
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I'll second the opinion on the Hannibal 94s. I upgraded my setup this year and bought them along with Marker Kingpins. They are super light but ski great. I thought the 177 size might be a little short for me (6'1" 175), but they have a long effective edge and I do most of my touring in the spring, so figured I'd hedge a bit shorter. Was pleasantly surprised that they float well in powder. They're also a bit cheaper than some of the other skis in their class - will see how they hold up over time.
Replied by DG on topic Re: Seeking quiver advice--volcano/ long tour ski
I'm diggin my Hannibal 94s with superlight bindings. Good in variable terrain. They are still fun in powder.
I'll second the opinion on the Hannibal 94s. I upgraded my setup this year and bought them along with Marker Kingpins. They are super light but ski great. I thought the 177 size might be a little short for me (6'1" 175), but they have a long effective edge and I do most of my touring in the spring, so figured I'd hedge a bit shorter. Was pleasantly surprised that they float well in powder. They're also a bit cheaper than some of the other skis in their class - will see how they hold up over time.
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