Replying to Skis: Hard Time Choosing Which Ones
I've been skiing for about 7 weeks now, divided over about as much years, so I'm pretty much an amateur, but the last few years I wanted to get more into freeskiing/park. However, with the crap rental skies I get all of the time that's not really possible (done it a few times, but they really suck for that kind of stuff).
So, this year I want to get my own skis (and boots ofc). I've been eyeing a few different ones, but I'm having a hard time choosing between them. Nice thing is that cost isn't much of a problem, since I'm getting a really, really nice deal.
I'll be doing grooms most of the time with my friends (going pretty fast, I just wait from time to time for them to catch up), but now and then I'll be able to convince them to go have some powder fun and hit the park. Also, now and then, I like to bomb a run. So, let's say 75% grooms/15% powder/10% park (which might shift to park more when I get better at it).
So, anyone have an idea what would be the best choice for me? I can get:
- Salomon Foil '08 (so far there are my top pick)
- Rossignol Scratch Ghetto '08
- Rossignol Scratch Bling '08
- Rossignol Scratch Brigade '08
- Rossignol Bandit B83 '08
- Rossignol Bandit B3 '07
- Rossignol Bandit B2 '07
As far as I can tell from reviews, the Bandit's aren't all that great compared to the others in that list, but I'm just adding them for the sake of completeness. There's probably a few others from the Salomon & Rossignol I can get my hands on, so if you think there's an even better ski out there, please tell me.
I've also read a lot of nice things about Head Mojo 90's & Armada AR6/ARVs, but I can't seem to find them anywhere here.
As far as bindings go, I'll probably pick up some cheap Rossignol FKS 120/155/185, don't think I can go wrong with those.
I would really appreciate it if someone could give me some insight as to what ski would be best for me. I'm living in Belgium, so there's no way for me to try them out before buying.
Thanks a lot, Darhuuk
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