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Chron_Rabbit

Chron_Rabbit

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So I haven't bought a ski in 5 years and I'm ready for some new whips.

I'm looking for a ski I can ski fast on and air natural features. Occasionally I'll go into the park to hit jumps, but I don't hit rails at all. I rarely ski switch so a full twin tip is not necessary (opinions on skiing switch on flatter tails?) I want some playfulness in the tips for nose butters, but I want the ski to feel poppy.

I'll be skiing tight trees in Colorado as well as more wide open terrain in Utah. This ski will be used for everyday skiing. I want to be able to ski fresh snow with this ski, but I will be using it in all conditions.

I'm 5'8, 160 lbs, and an advanced skier.

Thank you for your input.

Here are the skis I am considering, but more options are welcome!

ON3P Woodsman 108

ON3P Jeffrey 108

Line Sick Day 104

Line SFB

Armada ARV 106

Faction CT 102

Black Crows Camox
 
tbh I don't think you can go wrong with any of these options. I'd advise against the camox bc I demoed them once and was not a fan at all (the sidecut was weird). Maybe add the Line Mordecai, they're super poppy but also can charge anything and float real well (ik they don't make em anymore but I'm assuming you're not just looking at buying brand new). I think just look at what ski you can get the best deal on. Or drop the $$ for pink ON3Ps and have ultimate street cred.
 
14055651:drew.green said:
tbh I don't think you can go wrong with any of these options. I'd advise against the camox bc I demoed them once and was not a fan at all (the sidecut was weird). Maybe add the Line Mordecai, they're super poppy but also can charge anything and float real well (ik they don't make em anymore but I'm assuming you're not just looking at buying brand new). I think just look at what ski you can get the best deal on. Or drop the $$ for pink ON3Ps and have ultimate street cred.
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I'll probably use the skis for 3-6 years depending on durability, so I'm down to drop money on a new set. I've had knee issues in the past so I'm partial to my bindings and remounting skis is wack.
 
The new bacon would be pretty fun. Its not super soft but still very playful. the nose has a 3d/convex/bubble shape that makes nose butters the most easy.(easier than the blend)(which is the softest ski in production) 107 underfoot makes it pretty good for pretty much anything. I'll probably be using this as my main ski from now on.
 
14055668:yoke said:
The new bacon would be pretty fun. Its not super soft but still very playful. the nose has a 3d/convex/bubble shape that makes nose butters the most easy.(easier than the blend)(which is the softest ski in production) 107 underfoot makes it pretty good for pretty much anything. I'll probably be using this as my main ski from now on.
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What size would you recommend for me? I feel like everyone is using longer skis nowadays but 184 seems huge
 
14055673:Chron_Rabbit said:
What size would you recommend for me? I feel like everyone is using longer skis nowadays but 184 seems huge
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probably 184. mount them 2+ cm back from center and you'll be good.
 
K2 Marksmen sound right about in the category you're looking for, I'd reccomend them to anyone. Asymmetrical skis make a huge difference in stability for carving, takeoffs, and landings.
 
I had a lot of fun with the ARV 96 last year and I'm sure the ARV 106 would be fun too. Can't go wrong with any of those skis tho. Never road black crows but the seem great for the kind of skiing you do but if you do park every once in a while then I feel like those would not be the best but maybe I'm just an idiot. I'm 5'8 and I ride a 172 but if your really advanced and want a bigger ski go for around 180.
 
topic:Chron_Rabbit said:
So I haven't bought a ski in 5 years and I'm ready for some new whips.

I'm looking for a ski I can ski fast on and air natural features. Occasionally I'll go into the park to hit jumps, but I don't hit rails at all. I rarely ski switch so a full twin tip is not necessary (opinions on skiing switch on flatter tails?) I want some playfulness in the tips for nose butters, but I want the ski to feel poppy.

I'll be skiing tight trees in Colorado as well as more wide open terrain in Utah. This ski will be used for everyday skiing. I want to be able to ski fresh snow with this ski, but I will be using it in all conditions.

I'm 5'8, 160 lbs, and an advanced skier.

Thank you for your input.

Here are the skis I am considering, but more options are welcome!

ON3P Woodsman 108

ON3P Jeffrey 108

Line Sick Day 104

Line SFB

Armada ARV 106

Faction CT 102

Black Crows Camox
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K2 Marksman or Atomix Bentchetler
 
topic:Chron_Rabbit said:
So I haven't bought a ski in 5 years and I'm ready for some new whips.

I'm looking for a ski I can ski fast on and air natural features. Occasionally I'll go into the park to hit jumps, but I don't hit rails at all. I rarely ski switch so a full twin tip is not necessary (opinions on skiing switch on flatter tails?) I want some playfulness in the tips for nose butters, but I want the ski to feel poppy.

I'll be skiing tight trees in Colorado as well as more wide open terrain in Utah. This ski will be used for everyday skiing. I want to be able to ski fresh snow with this ski, but I will be using it in all conditions.

I'm 5'8, 160 lbs, and an advanced skier.

Thank you for your input.

Here are the skis I am considering, but more options are welcome!

ON3P Woodsman 108

ON3P Jeffrey 108

Line Sick Day 104

Line SFB

Armada ARV 106

Faction CT 102

Black Crows Camox
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If you want a more playful and buttery ski I would look away from sick days
 
topic:Chron_Rabbit said:
So I haven't bought a ski in 5 years and I'm ready for some new whips.

I'm looking for a ski I can ski fast on and air natural features. Occasionally I'll go into the park to hit jumps, but I don't hit rails at all. I rarely ski switch so a full twin tip is not necessary (opinions on skiing switch on flatter tails?) I want some playfulness in the tips for nose butters, but I want the ski to feel poppy.

I'll be skiing tight trees in Colorado as well as more wide open terrain in Utah. This ski will be used for everyday skiing. I want to be able to ski fresh snow with this ski, but I will be using it in all conditions.

I'm 5'8, 160 lbs, and an advanced skier.

Thank you for your input.

Here are the skis I am considering, but more options are welcome!

ON3P Woodsman 108

ON3P Jeffrey 108

Line Sick Day 104

Line SFB

Armada ARV 106

Faction CT 102

Black Crows Camox
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19/20 Faction CT 3.0, all the ski you'll ever need :)
 
Woodsman is a pretty ideal ski for what you're describing, provided that you're ok with dealing with a bit more weight in exchange for excellent stability at speed. Jeffrey is also great if you ski with a neutral / centered stance and want something looser / more playful.

ARV 106 is a very solid all-round option that's easier to mess around on at slow speeds vs. the Woodsman but not as stable.

New SFB is a crazy fun ski, but it's not very stable at speed. But if you prioritize playfulness, it's a great choice.

Sego Big Horn 106 is a good call if you want something lighter than the ARV 106, not that much less stable, and similarly playful.

Faction Prodigy 3.0 if you want a loose feel but with a pretty strong flex pattern and damp construction.

J Skis Vacation for similar feel vs. the Prodigy but with a slightly softer, more playful flex pattern.

Moment Wildcat 108 if you like the sound of the Woodsman but want something a lot lighter and quicker, at the cost of some stability (still more stable than the SFB, Big Horn, and probably ARV 106).

Moment Deathwish for a unique combo of a loose feel & good float but with pretty good edge hold for its width. A bit more playful than the Wildcat 108.
 
14059217:patagonialuke said:
Woodsman is a pretty ideal ski for what you're describing, provided that you're ok with dealing with a bit more weight in exchange for excellent stability at speed. Jeffrey is also great if you ski with a neutral / centered stance and want something looser / more playful.

ARV 106 is a very solid all-round option that's easier to mess around on at slow speeds vs. the Woodsman but not as stable.

New SFB is a crazy fun ski, but it's not very stable at speed. But if you prioritize playfulness, it's a great choice.

Sego Big Horn 106 is a good call if you want something lighter than the ARV 106, not that much less stable, and similarly playful.

Faction Prodigy 3.0 if you want a loose feel but with a pretty strong flex pattern and damp construction.

J Skis Vacation for similar feel vs. the Prodigy but with a slightly softer, more playful flex pattern.

Moment Wildcat 108 if you like the sound of the Woodsman but want something a lot lighter and quicker, at the cost of some stability (still more stable than the SFB, Big Horn, and probably ARV 106).

Moment Deathwish for a unique combo of a loose feel & good float but with pretty good edge hold for its width. A bit more playful than the Wildcat 108.
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thanks for the response
 
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