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Best Touring/all Mtn ski

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EASYZ
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Hey guys my name is Eli, I live in the north west and need a ski that not only I can tour on but also just be my go to ski for any given day.I am an advanced level 3 skier. I am 5 10 and 150lbs. I'd manly be doing side country trips and some occasional overnight backcountry trips so I don't necessarily need a super light ski. I am planning a mounting whatever ski I get with marker dukes. I like to stay away from k2 and rossingnol skis. (just a personal preference) any suggestions would be awesome!
Jan 4 2012 12:54PM
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Simmo
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JJ's
Jan 4 2012 1:02PM
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EASYZ
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I already have atomic bent chettlers and don't need another big pow ski
Jan 4 2012 1:08PM
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Dr.Rick_Marshall
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Armada TST.
Pretty much fits the bill. I have some as an exclusive touring ski and couldnt be happier. Stiff, light, and very versatile.
Jan 4 2012 1:16PM
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Sklar
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On3p vicik or jeffrey
Jan 4 2012 1:18PM
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EASYZ
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The Jeffery looks pretty good. Have you used it personally?
Jan 4 2012 1:26PM
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onenerdykid
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If you already have Bents and want something narrower but floaty and touring friendly, check out the Atomic Access: 100mm waist, skin friendly, generous tip rocker, wood core, step-down sidewall, and only $499. Sizing is 151-191cm on the 10s.
Jan 4 2012 2:12PM
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Sklar
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I have not
Jan 4 2012 2:13PM
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PappaG
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Since you already have Chetlers, you're likely gonna want something around 100-110 in the waist... something functional for everyday riding that will also handle a mixture of pow, ice, and firm conditions in the backcountry. I would consider the 182 Moment PB&J (101mm in the waist). It has camber underfoot to handle firm conditions with the best of them but also has tip and tail rocker for float/slarvability in deeper snow.

To answer... yes, I have ridden these before and am itching to get a pair mounted up for spring/summer touring.
Jan 4 2012 2:18PM
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YewTard
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This. I have TSTs w/ Dukes and absolutely love em. They're kind of a diet JJ... can ski pow and can also rip groomers/bumps/etc. Like you I already had a pow ski and wanted something versatile and the TST has fit the bill perfectly.
Jan 4 2012 3:26PM
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Balto
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dps 112 RP pure
on3p vicik
Jan 4 2012 3:36PM
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MT_ripper
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Moment PB&J.
Jan 4 2012 4:43PM
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J.M
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I have skied on them only one day so far (we have very little snow in NH).  They handled great on hardpack for a mid fat ski.  The day i went it was complete ice.  They will be a blast once we get some snow.  It's a playful, poppy, and light ski.  Not sure if they would be good for touring.  The viciks would do a better job.  Armada TST is also a nice option.

Jan 4 2012 5:37PM
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EASYZ
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Are there any good 4frnt skis for touring and all Mtn?
Jan 4 2012 11:03PM
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