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 Poster: A snowHead
Poster: A snowHead

Hey, I'm new to the forum and need some advice.

I'm currently counting down the days until I go to Banff to do a 12 week ski instructor course, and then plan to ply my trade as an instructor for a few years.

For years now I've stayed faithful to my ancient Salomons but think they've had it now and I've been handed down a pair of Stokli Stormrider XL (2005). Bearing in mind I'm 6 foot 1, 14.5 stone and a fairly accomplished skiier who will be doing A LOT of varied skiing over the next few months on my next set of skis......does anyone know much about the 2005 Stormriders, and how do you think they will suit my needs?

Apart from that, any recommendations of other skis? (preferably without an astronomical price tag - last years models maybe)
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 Obviously A snowHead isn't a real person
Obviously A snowHead isn't a real person

Welcome to snowHead

The 174 is a stiff-ish ski and will be about 75mm wide. It should have a very good hold on piste and be a comfortable all day ski. Off piste it will do well enough but there are better skis. You could get away with a 174 for skiing the course content, I'd guess. For really good deep snow days, hire something else.

The XL is a great ski, IMV..has GS type turns and edge hold...way way better than recent Salli fare..
I'd be tempted to take the 174 or 187 ski just to get started out there..and I am pretty sure you could sell it on...as long as it is in good nick..if need be.

It has got to be a better option than the Salomon whatever it is...IMV
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 Well, the person's real but it's just a made up name, see?
Well, the person's real but it's just a made up name, see?

As JT said.
Lucky you. STOCKLI is a great brand which constantly gets top marks in terms of build quality and longevity.
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