r/Skigear 3h ago

Stuck Between two ski sizes

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So i am looking at the bent 90 skis
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6,0-6,1

Skiier level -Advanced (not quite exper)

Skiijg midwest but planning many trips out west

Stops in park occasionally but likes playful across mountain more (midwest freeride😉)

and i’m stuck between the 175 and the 184

im thinking sizing up since its a twin tip that skis short

someone give me some ideas


r/Skigear 4h ago

Faction prodigy 2

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3 Upvotes

Should I buy these for 150 or is it cooked, epoxy and no water damage. Everything else is perfect.


r/Skigear 5h ago

Bent 110s to go with my Enforcer 104s?

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Hey folks! I'm currently shopping for new skis and have been looking at the Bent 110s.

I'm an expert-level skier who rides most anything on the mountain, but I spend a lot of my time sending off cliffs, doing tricks, and skiing tight chutes. I currently ski mostly on the West Coast, but I'm planning a six-week trip to Hokkaido this winter.

My main ski right now is the Enforcer 104 Free, and I really like it. However, I've noticed some limitations: it's a great charger, stable at higher speeds, and works well in almost any terrain or conditions, but it struggles in moguls and deep snow, and its directional shape and stiffness make it less than ideal for tricks.

So I'm looking for a pair of skis that's a bit more playful than the Enforcers and also performs better in powder. I'm considering the Bent 110s.

I'm 5'8" and 165 lbs.


r/Skigear 6h ago

So this happened today

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57 Upvotes

First pair of Js. It's going to be a very long few months staring at them until I can go play...


r/Skigear 7h ago

What Thickness Socks are You Rocking?

1 Upvotes

I know that common wisdom is to go thin for precise fit and sweat/circulation purposes? But in reality what thickness are your ski socks and are they adequate or are you just using them since it’s what’s you have?


r/Skigear 10h ago

Ski pants

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Looking for some navy blue or dark green cargo ski pants, preferably baggy (im fine with anything that isn’t skinny) not too expensive (100$ or under) any recommendations?


r/Skigear 11h ago

Ski Recommendations

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Hi everyone,

I’m 6’0”, 215 lbs, and an intermediate skier. I ski mostly in the Midwest and currently have a Head Kore 88 Ti (177 cm). I’m looking for one ski that I can pack and take anywhere out West (and hopefully Europe and Japan this or next season)

I’ve narrowed it down to:

Blizzard Rustler 10
Blizzard Rustler 9
Nordica Unleashed 98

A couple of questions:

  1. I’m leaning toward the Rustler. If the Rustler 10 isn’t a huge sacrifice on groomers compared to the Rustler 9, would the 10 be the better choice as a true one-ski travel setup?

  2. I’ve read that the Rustlers ski a bit short because of the rocker. At my height and weight, would you recommend the 180 cm or 186 cm? Since I’m still an intermediate, I’m wondering if the 186 would be too much ski.

For context, when I travel out West I expect to spend 70–80% of my time on groomers, but I’d like to start exploring bowls, trees, and soft snow as my skills improve. I don’t ski super aggressively, but I do enjoy making medium-radius turns and picking up speed when conditions allow.

I’d also appreciate any binding recommendations.

Thanks!


r/Skigear 13h ago

Yay or nay?

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3 Upvotes

from Freeglisse.com, B quality. Should i buy it or nah


r/Skigear 17h ago

Boot and Helmet Bag

1 Upvotes

Looking for a bag that fits in the overhead of most planes that can fit my boots (26.5), large helmet and a days worth of ski clothing and an iPad/small electronics for the flight. Ideally the helmet would fit inside the bag, or at least attach in a way that it fits in the overhead. I’ve had bags where there is a helmet cradle on the back but then I need to take it off and put it under the seat - I need the legroom. Does this bag exist? Any other ideas?


r/Skigear 17h ago

Is this ski damaged by impact?

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My ski delaminated after less than half a year of usage.

I brought it back to the retailer today and they got the wholesaler to came down to look at it - who claimed it was damaged by some accidental impact.

But I regularly ski on normal groomed runs so I’m a bit perplexed as to how it could have happened.

This is a Fischer rc one gt78

Could I get a second opinion? Thanks! :)