 Poster: A snowHead
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Hey guys.
I want to buy my first skis. In i have been in Val Thorens 2 weeks ago, and tried a few skis.
My height is 165 cm (5’5), weight 72kg(158 lb) and my skill level (according to an esf instructor) is level 3 (advanced).
I’m searching for all mountain skis that I will enjoy to carve with on the slopes (really important because I like to carve) but will be able to do a little bit of off piste. I have tried Head monster 88 (170 cm length) which I really enjoyed of. I also tried the Nordica NRGY 90 and it was nice, but liked more the Head.
Do you have any another recommendations to test?
And if you have any general tips on how to pick up a pair I’ll be glad to hear.
I will be in Mayrhopen soon, and I want to buy my first skis..
Also I have heard on (haven't try yet..):
* Atomic Vantage 90/100 CTI (I can't decide which one of them)
* Head kore 93
Many thanks in advance!
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Obviously A snowHead isn't a real person
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IMO. With "a little bit of Off Piste", I would not go wider than early 90s at the waist....but around 88 might be best.
Other skis to consider:
Blizzard Brahma
Volkl Kendo
Rossignol Experience 88.
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I am looking at exactly the same brief, my short list is
Nordica Navigator 85 or 90
Salomon XDR 88
I think the descision is how much you want to compromise ease of on piste performance for float
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I think that I am searching for more piste performance and good edge hold for carving rather than float, for those reasons, the Nordica Navigator isn't good for me. The Salomon XDR 88 TI, Volkl Kendo could be an option..
Honestly, I'm going towards the Atomic Vantage 90/100 CTI, what do you think guys?
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Anyway, snowHeads is much more fun if you do.
Anyway, snowHeads is much more fun if you do.
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I would recommend that try the Brahmas, they're wide enough for a little dabble on the side but absolutely rip on the piste, especially if you drive them hard. I'd say they're a 70/30 ski in terms of on/off piste.
Atomic Vantage used to be my go-to rental prior to testing and buying my Brahmas.
Last edited by Anyway, snowHeads is much more fun if you do. on Mon 26-02-18 21:35; edited 1 time in total
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| beny992 wrote: |
I think that I am searching for more piste performance and good edge hold for carving rather than float, for those reasons, the Nordica Navigator isn't good for me. The Salomon XDR 88 TI, Volkl Kendo could be an option..
Honestly, I'm going towards the Atomic Vantage 90/100 CTI, what do you think guys? |
If you really want to prioritize Piste Performance, then look at something like the Volkl RTM 84 (maybe 80/20 - On/Off)...otherwise the Vantage 90s offer a decent compromise (60/40).
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@beny992, If you get a chance try the Salomon XDR's. The 88's could be just what you're looking for.
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Do what I did. Go in the shop, say, "Ooh, they're a bargain!" and buy them. (NOT!) Having said that, I lucked in and it turned out not to be a mistake. I got Volkl RTMs and I find them great on piste, and I have done a little off piste as well and they seemed to perform well enough.
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