Black Crows Nocta vs Anima

[LilGing]

I'm just curious as to which ski is better for ski touring, the Black Crows Nocta or Anima. I understand that the Nocta are softer and the Anima are stiffer just don't know which will be better for what. I am 5' 7" and 145 lbs and would consider myself as an advanced skier. Along with which one is better I was curious which lenght I should go with then, the 176.6-177.6cm or 182.1-185.5cm. My current skis are 172cm

 

[Non_State_Actor]

I'm just curious as to which ski is better for ski touring, the Black Crows Nocta or Anima. I understand that the Nocta are softer and the Anima are stiffer just don't know which will be better for what. I am 5' 7" and 145 lbs and would consider myself as an advanced skier. Along with which one is better I was curious which lenght I should go with then, the 176.6-177.6cm or 182.1-185.5cm. My current skis are 172cm

I'm a similar size, maybe an inch taller and rode the 185cm Noctas for a couple seasons. It's really fun but if I were to do it over or tour on it I'd probably go with the 177. It's surprisingly good in adverse conditions and an absolute blast in super slushy spring conditions.

 

[thatsG]

The 2024 nocta has some camber now + a lighter ski than the Anima. Would go with 24' notca if you're touring.