I guess id be more toward the beginner side of intermediate. Rossi experience 94ti Luke Koppa on the Line Sick Day 104, Telluride Ski Resort, CO. (photo by Patrick Sinnott) . Kids and a new wife have re-energized me and I got back out this winter, surprised how fast it came back to me, SUPER STOKED!!! I have not kept up with skis, considering I am currently on a set of 2002 Volkl P50's that I purchased in Whistler. It comes in a 187, and I don't think you'll overski it like the Pinnacle. Hope that helps! Hey guys, That ski essentially blends the performance of the Sky 7 and the Bonafide that you demoed. the Atomic lineup is dialed these days. What sets the Camox apart is a great blend of positive camber underfoot with moderate taper in the tips and tails. I am an advanced skier @ 6' and 175lb and live in the Midwest, so the typical conditions that I see are hardpack to icy, with occasional soft snow. Yes, the Rustler 10 is likely a better floater in softer snow, but that's about it for performance benefits. I just got back into skiing last year. SE. No longer is the Bent Chetler brand synonymous only with playful powder skis, the whole Bent lineup is welcome anywhere on the mountain there's room for a freestyle mindset. SE. I've demoed a few of these skis; M5 Mantra, Enforcer 100 and Head Kore 105(aware its out of this category) and wanted to get your thoughts on the 2020 Rustler 10 vs the 2019? The M5 is a bit softer than the Bonafide, and with a new type of construction with the Titanal Frame, you get a precise edge feel with a more playful overall character. Im 6'0, 200lbs. Right now I am skiing the 4Frnt MSP 99 in 176 cm that I bought back in February. I'm wondering if you can help me decide between the QST 98 and the Bent Chetler 100. Since its been a while. It actually floats better than most 100 mmm skis out there, and can hold on all but the firmest of snow. The Daemon is probably what you're looking for in that lineup. What would you recommend? Id say Im an expert level skier (IMHO). Versus the outgoing 105, this new 102 is a bit less tapered, but with quite a bit more tip rise. Have you read the Blister Gear Review on each one yet? Metal is just making the ski heavier without really providing any benefit if you don't need the extra vibration damping and stability at speed. They work a bit better when engaged and in a higher edge angle turn versus flat. You give up a little bit of precision on firm snow, but you gain some maneuverability in soft snow and in un-groomed terrain. The Rustler 10 has metal underfoot that tapers towards the tip and tail of the ski, so it feels more stout underfoot, but since you don't ski terribly fast, you might not need that metal. Hi Nick! Last weekend I demoed the 171 Kore 99s and had a blast -- great maneuverability in the trees, awesome pop on the groomers, no chatter at speed or in crud, and overall far better than what I'm used to. They handle crud and chop better but dont feel as lively and poppy as the BC. Built with a poplar wood core and fiberglass, its got a simple core, but the shaping and profiling set it apart. Versus the other skis on your list, the QST's don't have metal in them (except underfoot for binding retention), so they're a lot better for skiers who fit your description and application. Each of these skis offers their own unique set of attributes, performance characteristics, and overall feel. Even the QST is potentially too light to really support your size and provide a confidence-inspiring feel. Then skis got wider. I am looking for a ski that will progress with me as I push my skill level further between more off trail runs and improving on my mogul riding. The weight allows you to just flick it around, while the shape gives it the ability to smear, pivot, or slip through a turn. It will hold an edge like a GS ski on firm snow, and has a preference to complete a carving turn, as opposed to letting the skier release the tail edge and smear the ski. SE. I value maneuverability and quickness over pure speed and I'm definitely not the most aggressive skier on the mountain anymore. Erik, Hi Erik! Thanks so much for the reviews! While its not the best floater on this list, its strengths lie more in the charging through crud and chop. Hi SE. Will spend enough time on groomers to not completely forsake having fun there as well. You folks offer an impeccable and generous service. Hi! Carbon is a pretty stiff material, and the way that Fischer uses it in this ski is pretty interesting. I am super-impressed with the versatility of that ski from moguls to trees and groomers and powder. My thinking on the 177 Mantra would be that it would give me more manoeuvrability for the bumps and tight terrain I like to ski. The K2 Pinnacle 95 is another strong and versatile ski that can make a variety of turn shapes and styles in a bunch of different conditions. I used to be expert and haven't skied a lot the last few years. These things are some of the most agile, playful, and energetic skis out there, and the fact that they dont have any metal in them is pretty darn impressive. Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. Awesome! The Lift Line Blog; Shop similar items: Atomic Skis; Mens All Mountain Skis; . It is, in fact, one of the better skis weve ever tested in the tight Vermont woods, as its able to make quick and subsequent turns with a modicum of effort. SE. While youll still need a final adjustment done before you can ski, providing us with your boot sole length is absolutely crucial if youd like us to send your skis pre-mounted with your bindings. I just purchased the Ranger 102 as my soft snow resort / tree ski with the Masterblaster 96 as my firm snow ski. For the best experience on our site, be sure to turn on Javascript in your browser. I love speed but don't ski as fast when I'm on vacation and I'm often skiing in the trees. We were somewhat expecting the Kore 99 to be on the stiff side, but probably not at the very end. I think the biggest issue I have with the MSP 99s is that they are just not forgiving if you get in the backseat at all in the trees or bumps. I'm looking at the Head Kore 99, Salomon QST 99, and Rossignol Sky 99. SE, Thanks a lot for the insight! SE, Hi Scott! Other hints that you're looking at the Mondo Point and not the BSL would be if it looks something like "270/275" or if the number is found on the bottom of the boot. Although it feels different than the M5, it's not exactly more playful, forgiving, etc. Can't wait to hit the slopes, thanks for your help. If you're going to demo on pow days, then I'd recommend getting something on the 95ish side. Use: This is a question thats most relevant to advanced or expert skiers: Where are you skiing? Looking to complement my 177cm Monster 83's with either a 186 or 191 Enforcer 100. If you're looking to stay in the ~100 mm category and want a more friendly Enforcer, look to the Atomic Bent Chetler 100 or the Salomon QST 99. Still will do both tho. It's relatively lightweight and noticeably quick to maneuver, like the Sky, but it has better torsional stiffness, more stability at speed, and a longer effective edge because the rocker isn't quite as pronounced. Ive been eyeing the rustler 9, sick day 94 and even considering something in a 88. . Mostly ski glades and bumps and live in New England skiing Stowe, Jay, Cannon and the Loaf. Had a hard time bleeding off speed when needed. You do not put limits on what youre going to ski on a given day. Generally in resort, off-piste terrain. Im looking for something a little better for off piste, powder and tight tree runs. Love the reviews. The Ranger 98 Ti falls in between those to, although in my opinion it's a little closer to the M5. It's all about compromise, right? The Kastle MX 99 is stiff, powerful, and holds an edge better than just about anything in the 100 mm category. Hi folks! The Rangers (98 better on-trail, 102 more freeride) both have partial metal while the Kastle is built more like your Bonafide. On your ski boot, there will be a 3 digit number on the outside or inside heel of one or both of your boots. However I've grown tired of groomers and like to challenge myself some more. On the other hand, the Unleashed is a little softer than the Enforcer with a more pronounced tail to offer a freeride application. Youre not scared of having a bit of power underfoot, especially in something this wide. Built with a poplar wood core and diago fiber mixed with fiberglass, these skis have a good amount of energy to them for sure. Skill wise, youll be able to control your speed with snowplowing, wedging, or forming a pizza. I'm definitely more of an aggressive skier (want a confidence inspiring ski when testing the speed limit), but also want something versatile and playful to hop and jump around on, as I'm always looking for natural features to hit. Basically, I can ski anything on the mountain but maybe not with the greatest of form or flow. I have been skiing all my life and I am still fairly aggressive, albeit slowing down a little each year. Who it's For: Similar to the MX 99, you should be a relatively aggressive skier who is comfortable driving a ski. 6'3" 200 pound mid-40s ex-racer & instructor here. It goes from icy moguls to powdery troughs to firm groomers without missing a beat. However, I think I would prefer a ski in the 98-102 range. Myself? Chairlift Chat is the official blog of Skiessentials.com. SE, Brilliant, thanks for your reply. The nice thing about sizing ski poles is that it's relatively straight foreword. I've been skiing on the Rossignol Experience 83's for about 6 years now and I think I'm ready for a new pair of skis that more suits my style. For length, I would think the 174 cm would perform well for you. The DPS Pagoda Piste 100 C2 has the build, shape, and profile to make it one of the most accomplished turners of this list. In it, we give reviews of our favorite ski gear, provide information about the latest ski technology, discuss the latest news in the ski industry, and so much more. I like slashing through the trees and in moguls - so I need something that will turn quickly but also give me some float. This way, the skier still has proper input as to the shape and duration of the turn. Could be powder, park, groomers, trees, or bumps, you do not care, and neither does the Camox. You are looking for the nicest skis ever made. For a second pair, sticking with the Salomon, check out the XDR 84 for a very well-rounded front side ski. Keep in mind that there shouldn't be a decimal (ex. And it should be on the list of advanced and expert skiers who value maneuverability and carving prowess to go along with their soft-snow whims. The Dynastar M-Pro 99 has a unique build and shape to it that sets it apart from other skis on this list, and its interesting both hand-flexing it and looking at the profile of the ski as it sits on the wall. I'm looking for something great in the powder that I can also ski on a groomer if need be. I don't think you're too big for the 181 cm length by any means, but if you really felt like the 181 cm 106 felt short, you could size up. I found the M5, precise and easy to bend into shorter carving turns but lacking float due to the shallower rocker profiles. Looking for your thoughts on those as well. Besides a ski that will do well for lift service and also back country, would love a ski that would do a bit better in powder than the current 80ish underfoot I currently have and also allow me to play in the park on small (the smallest) features and ski backwards. From steeps and trees to bumps and groomers, the versatility is very surprising for something with this rocker profile and taper shape. I was thinking the Nordica Enforcer 100, though maybe I should be looking at the 93. Supremely versatile and well-rounded, the Ranger 102 FR is great for everything from floating to carving with park stuff in between. I demoed the Salomon QST 99 in the 188 length last weekend and really enjoyed them. You are comfortable giving your skis directions and following through with them. This guide is for Alpine Skis. They're light on the feet, incredibly fun to throw around in soft snow, and have the chops to cope with the occasional high speed runout without getting . Dog Days of Winter Sale Item. This guide is for Alpine Skis. The Enforcer was smooth and quick edge to edge with decent float but not super stable at high speeds and the Kore 105 was fun with good float although lacking true carving ability on firm snow and was easily deflected in chop. Thanks, Similar, though, to the K2, this Salomon also likes to be used in more of a hard-charging and straight-lining format. Thinking either Rustler 10, Fisher Ranger 102 FR or the Nordica Enforcer. I just demoed the Mantra M5 184cm at Park City. After a long time snowboarding. No, theyre not park-exclusive, and thats one of the great things about them. fyi length-wise I heard the Bent 100 skis a little short due to rocker but I do find the 184 Bacons to be plenty 'enough' even being the twin tips they are. In terms of versatility, the QST 99 can be described as a ski with a very even mix of performance characteristics for different terrain and snow conditions. I have also had a few folks recommend liberty origin 106s as they will supposedly be a blast on the tram but still hold up when I need an edge. The two skis Ive narrowed it down to are the Enforcer 100 in 185 and Mantra M5 in 177. If you're not looking to drop too much in terms of performance, I'd go Camox. First of all, love your reviews! Hi Luke! Its a refined feel, that is amazingly a bit softer than the outgoing version, and more skiers will be able to find a home on the Kore 99. Mark, Hi Mark! Really good content on the YouTube channel as well! This gives the Rustler 10 more of a soft-snow focus, although it can still hold an edge on firm snow too thanks to that metal and the resulting torsional stiffness underfoot. The first thing I noticed about the Bent Chetlers was that they do feel light, at first they kind of reminded me of my old skinny park skis the first time I jumped on the chair and my feet were just dangling. Hope that helps! It can still be skied aggressively on firm snow, too. I'd look to those and see if something strikes you! Atomic vantage 97c Hi David! It's got a great blend of materials that really give the skis a good amount of power and strength. thanks It used to be that if you extended your arm upwards, you should be able to reach the tips of your skis. As a reminder, here at SkiEssentials.com we don't believe one ski is better than another. The Ranger 98 Ti offers the stability and vibration damping that aggressive skiers value, but in a weight that's light enough to justify using it as an alpine touring ski. I demoed the 106 QST's last week in CO, and really enjoyed them. One more that I know you guys have as wellhow does the Ranger 102 FR fit into this mix? I also like to ski in switch and do some 180s and 360s and some silly stuff like butters occasionally(not looking for an insane twin tip or super wide ski that will give me an hard time at the cabin lifts). Josh, Love the reviews guys and your youtube vids! I'm looking at the following sticks: On the slightly lighter and more maneuverable side, I'd check out the Fischer Ranger 94 FR or the Blizzard Rustler 9--both great all-mountain skis that can hold on ice as well. The primary purpose for these skis will be to perform in powder. I don't think the bit of extra flotation you'll get is enough to sway the overall performance of the ski. Who it's For: You want a lightweight ski, but you don't want to sacrifice power, stability, and overall stiffness. The flex pattern and shape of the Pinnacle 95 Ti give it really good performance in soft snow. We're about the same size, and I loved the stability of the ski, even without two sheets of metal. Any advice on the skis and the lengths greatly appreciated! A bit more demand out of the Rustler, as it has a partial metal laminate, while the Ranger only has metal underfoot for binding retention. I'm not a super charger who likes to go really fast all the time, but I enjoy pushing it hard a couple of turns. The boot sole length is the literal length from toe to heel of that boot, measured in millimeters. Maneuverable in soft snow, holds an edge on firm snow, it's a very versatile ski. Have decided to invest in 100mm ski. Yes, you will certainly miss the playfulness of the Rossi versus the E100, but I think it's worth it. Thanks for your help! Youre just out there to have a good time. The Rossignol Sky 7 HD was re-invented for 2018 and is back unchanged for 2019. If the box is left blank, the skis and bindings will be sent separately and unmounted. Have a great season on the slopes. SE, Hi, If youve looked all over and still cant find your BSL, its also acceptable to measure along the bottom of the boot from the very tip of the toe, to back of the heel- just make sure you measure in Millimeters! I've been skiing a totally different ski, Cochise, there awesome if I'm on my A game and want to rip but I'm getting older find them a bear anymore. Both of these are a bit more user-friendly than Enforcer but still a total blast. SE, Have you guys skied on or reviewed the 2019 Line Sick Day 104? Between the two you can kind of just decide whether you want a little more soft snow performance or a little more firm snow performance. It sounds like you're leaning to the Enforcer, and as an Enforcer 100 owner, I don't think I want to talk you out of it. I'm 5'10 and 150lbs, age 30 and a reasonably advance and aggressive skier, mostly in CO. You're willing to give up some edge contact on firm snow for the extra soft snow performance. The construction of the Mantra marks the introduction of Volkl's new Titanal Frame construction. SE. Like the Ranger 99, the Kore gets narrower underfoot as the sizes decrease below 177 (and slightly wider in the 184 and 191), so take that into account in your decision-making process. Skill wise, youll be able to control your speed with snowplowing, wedging, or forming a pizza. Sitting just above the narrowest ski in the series, the Bent 90 is Atomic's take on an all-mountain park ski. I'm an intermediate skier, looking for that elusive 1-quiver. Thanks in advance. That being said what would you recommend and at what size? 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