Recent content by alpinesjl

How do the Bacons hold on hard pack of even icy conditions? Also any other suggestions for a similar ski potentially slightly narrower. I need some guidance. I ski 60% pow and 40% moguls and groomers I am 5'11 160ish and would probably want something around 175-180ish I have always skied on...

I am trying to decide between to 100 and the 108. I ski out west 95% of the time. I want something that will work well as an all mountain ski, I ski mostly in the powder, trees, bowls, chutes etc. but still spend some time in the bumps and need something with good control on groomers. I am...

Looking for a new set of poles that are not super expensive yet are very strong and have a good and comfortable grip. Any advice?

Anyone ever tried using a pair of Leki world cup poles in the pow? I love the poles for racing and on hard pack but haven't tried the off piste at all. Is there a way to put powder baskets on them? Any advice would be great. Also if anyone has suggestions for different poles that would be great.

I am thinking about getting the Rocker2 100's and am 1. trying to decide on the length (either 170 or 178) and 2. trying to choose a binding for them (Rossi FKS 120/140? Any other suggestions?). I am 16, 5'11" and weigh about 160. I want it to be a decent all mountain ski but I mostly ski off...