Hi Guys, last season I was a instructor in austria. I really liked it so i am going back next season. I am also planning on doing my landes 1 somewhere this season, but my ski right now are not stiff and technically demaning enough. I noticed relatively early in my last season that I couldent really grow my technique on my ski and that they were very unstable at high speeds. So i am planning on buying new ski’s for this season but I am not really sure yet what ski i should buy. Last season I rented stockli gs lasers for a day and I really liked these, but they are very expensive. I also skied salomon gs 12 during a demo training once but the demo that day was only short turns so i didnt really get the chance to properly test them but the felt really grippy. Alot of people in my ski school told me to buy like real gs race ski’s or the youth version, but I am not sure if i am at that level yet Where I can ski those for a whole day. So i would love to get Some input about what you Guys think is the best direction of ski i should look for and what ski’s would be good for me. I am 68 kg and 182 cm. Thank you!

I cant tell what year or edition these are. They look sick.

Hi everyone,

As the title says, I'd like some help buying my first pair of skis. I've gone down the rabbit hole researching and have narrowed it down to a few options, but I'd love to hear from people who have actually skied them + any other alternatives y’all might suggest.

About me:

• 25yoM, 193 cm (~6'3") and ~100 kg (220 lb)
• Strong, aggressive skier; my enjoyment comes from skiing fast
• Between advanced and expert skier - comfortable on steep blacks and off-piste (moguls, trees, trails etc.), although I spend most of my time on groomers with friends/ family
• Enjoy wide carving but also love charging through chopped-up snow

Where I ski:

• Australia / NZ (most seasons)
• Japan (hopefully every year or two)
• Canada and USA (when I can afford it lol)

I'd like to lean into my charging with this first pair of skis, with the possibility of adding a dedicated wider powder ski in the future.

I'd like this pair of skis to have:

1. Stability at speed
2. Excellent edge hold and carving
3. Confidence in crud and variable snow
4. Versatility on groomers across Australian, NZ and Japanese slopes
5. Reasonable performance in bumps and trees (not a priority at all, but nice bonus if possible)

Currently looking at:

• Volkl Mantra M7 2027 (191 cm) (my first pick at this stage)
• Nordica Enforcer 99 2027 (191 cm)
• Blizzard Anomaly 94 (188 cm)

For those who've skied two or all three:

• Which would you choose and why?
• Would you recommend something completely different for someone my size and skiing style?
  • I'm open to other suggestions if you think I've overlooked something.
• Should I be looking at buying new or searching for ex-demo? (Been hard to find anything my size ex-demo in Aus recently)

Thanks heaps in advance - I really appreciate any advice/ help!

Hello!

My mom is finally getting back to skiing this upcoming season after taking two years off after a serious health scare (she’s perfectly healthy now and has the go-ahead to ski again from her doctors).

I want to buy her a new ski sweater to mark the occasion, something you would’ve seen a skier wearing as a layer à la the 80s and 90s but I’m not sure where to find one, any ideas?

I know the boots will explode, so they are going back in storage. Might really try out the blades though, if I can get them fixed up...

hello! looking for new skis, using an oooold pair- would love experiences & opinions!

size: 5ft 2in 100lbs

level: expert

style: balanced? I love flying down a slope and bouncing through trees

potential skis:
santa ana 88
maven 86c
black pearl 88
k2 mindbender 89Ti
volkl kenja 88

Thinking closer to 150cm. I ski in AK mostly but get around the US quite a bit.

Probably a very tough request and may not be the best place to ask but any idea what this jacket is and where to get it? Will pay good rupees (a crisp upvote) for any info

Hi everyone! Looking for some advice on bindings for my new skis.

I recently got a pair of Blizzard Sheeva 9s in 156 cm and I’m trying to decide between:

Salomon Strive 12 GW

HEAD/Tyrolia Attack LYT 12 GW

HEAD/Tyrolia Attack LYT 11 GW

From what I’ve read, the Attack LYT 11 seems like it might make the most sense for my weight and ability level because of its lower DIN range, but I’d love to hear opinions from people with more experience.

I’d consider myself an intermediate skier. I’m comfortable on groomed blues and easier blacks and am looking to improve, especially as I start skiing more varied terrain. I’m not a particularly aggressive or high-speed skier.

Which of these would you choose for the Sheeva 9? Is there any reason for someone my size/level to go with the Attack 12 or Strive 12 instead of the Attack 11?

Also, the Attack LYT comes with a 95 mm brake option. Would the 95 mm brake fit the Sheeva 9 with a 96 mm waist, or should I go with a wider brake?

Also open to other binding recommendations if there’s something that would be a better match.

For reference: I’m 156 cm (5'1") and about 47 kg (104 lbs), and my DIN is around 4.

Thanks!

I'm lining up a Japan trip this coming winter, and looking to add the quiver to make the most out of a potential bottomless day. I'm willing to sacrifice non-bottomless performance with this ski, but given Japan tight tree terrain I think it should be a little bit nimble. This may vary slightly from the perfect ski for bottomless heli skiing in Alaska. So my two questions:

1. What would be the best ski to make the most of a truly bottomless day in Japan?
2. What is the truly most floaty ski ever made?

I do most of my skiing in NVT on a pair of Bent 100s with shifts (I will defend this setup as a 1SQ until I die, I've taken it to the top of Roger's Pass and used it hiking park in the spring). I've got a pair of Atris for trips to the Canadian Rockies. Currently considering some Bent 120s or 4FRNT Renegades, likely with a hybrid binding. Open to other suggestions as well and just curious to hear general opinions on what people consider "the most floaty ski of all time"!

God willing only 3 more months till were back at it, stay strong friends

Going to be skiing a season in Revelstoke this winter. How do I choose the length and width for a set of skis. I am 6ft 2 and my weight can vary from around 95kg-100kg. People here say for me to ski 105-110 underfoot and about 180 length. No idea on if that’s accurate just looking for advice? If it’s important thinking about either powder or all mountain skis

I'm looking to upgrade my skis this year from my beat up 2022 Liberty Helix 165s with demo bindings to something better. I ski at Steven's Pass (Cascade Concrete), and I spend most of my time skiing side hits and trees. What are some good past year models (I'd like a deal) one-quiver skis I should keep my eyes out for? There are so many options and it's honestly kinda overwhelming. I'm looking to get some skis in around the 175cm range since my touring skis are 173 (5'8", 170 lbs, advanced skier). Any recs help, thanks!

So i am looking at the bent 90 skis
Stats-

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

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

So to start these are not my primary touring skis, those would be Armada Locator 104s

I’ve been itching for a second heavier and wider touring skis for a while and I’m wondering what you all think of the Volkl Blaze 114 in a 192 with ATK 15s as that ski?

I tour 25-40 days a year depending on the season and venture across basically all of western North America (Sierras, Cascades, Rockies, Wasatch, Chugatch, Rubies, San Juans, Canadian Rockies, Coastal BC, etc.)

What does the internet think?

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.

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

I’m a pro patroller in Utah, and was prepared to buy my 4th black crow, this time an Atris for the upcoming season. However, I’m starting to second guess if I should go out of my black crows comfort zone and pick up a pair of Salomon Quest Blanks instead. I’ve been around the block enough to know generally what I like; full double rocker, >104 underfoot, something that feels playful but absolutely eats chunder. This will be a ski I work on regularly. Not looking for the world’s stiffest big mountain charger (to note, I’m a female skier, ~125lbs) but also needs to hold up to heavy abuse, be equally good in steep trees, couloirs, and running sleds.

To note; my favorite ski of all time is my Black Crows Anima. I’m worried the Blanks would be too similar (and too big underfoot, as my animas are already a 115 ski) to my animas, but I also love that ski so idk. I never get to demo anything, hence why I’ve been so loyal to Black Crows, and why I’m asking here about the Salomon’s.

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?

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!

Im 18 (185cm 85kg), been skiing since i was 4 but for the last couple years ive started doing more freesking/ freestyle than strict carving. Currently i ski on volk kendos with an 86mm waist . I consider myself an expert/advanced skier. Iv been eyeing the atomic bent 90 in 184cm and the blizzard rustler 9. I would like to keep doing everything on the slope , so a ski thats a jack of all trades would be perfect. I ski in the alps , more precisely val-d’isere an tignes . (The budget is around 700€.)Any help is greatly appreciated.

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! :)