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robDAbank
Posts: 210 - Karma: -18

is the 09/10 alpha 2 the same ski as the 10/11 alpha 1 because they are £180 cheaper they both have elf shoe and the Dimensions are the same, not sure if to get old or new?

Dec 8 2010 6:04PM
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SkiTheYeast
Posts: 2310 - Karma: 390
get the alpha 2 i love mine they are pretty stiff i got 176 and im 5'7 155lbs
Dec 8 2010 6:18PM
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BWalmer
Posts: 9141 - Karma: 12,883
First off...last years skis are not "old school"...Ar5s would be old school, but I understand your thought.

Secondly, last years Alpha 2 are the same as this years Halos, while this years Alphas are the same as last years Alpha 1s. Main differences are the base, core, and flex. The Alpha 1/Alpha has a sintered race base, lighter core, and is a bit stiffer. The Alpha 2/Halo has a more durable/lower maintenance base, a slightly heavier core, and is a little softer.

Think of it this way AR6/AR7 = Alpha 2/Halo, Pipe Cleaner = Alpha 1/Alpha.
Dec 8 2010 6:29PM
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