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Alpha 1 vs. alpha 2

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my_ar5_steeze
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does anybody know the difference between them ?????

Apr 2 2009 5:09PM
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BootySpunk.
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The number?

Gear talk btw.
Apr 2 2009 5:17PM
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fLyInG-liNeS
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alpha ones are a lil stiffer from what ive heard
Apr 2 2009 5:46PM
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boxskier
Posts: 383 - Karma: 10

Alpha 2 has the 1 Core (slightly heavier) and a differant base; $630 retail versus $699 for the Alpha

Same dimensions1

Apr 2 2009 6:32PM
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Amyotte
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the alpha 2 is mor jump orientated and is more durable
Nov 27 2009 6:48PM
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summersover
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the differences of the alpha 1 & 2 are comparable to the AR6 vs. Pipe Cleaner
Alpha 1 (and Pipe Cleaner) feature a stiffer core and race base versus the Alpha 2 (and AR6) which are softer and a tougher base
Nov 27 2009 6:51PM
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Bodeau.
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have any of you guys skiied the alpha 1s? Im looking into getting them and want to know how they feel on jumps, and how does the funky width at the tips affect riding? does it help or what?
Nov 27 2009 6:55PM
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