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K2 domains vs. atomic punx

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SkiBum31
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Ok, so i'm having a really tough time deciding wether to get the domains or the punx. I primarily ski park, but ocassionally i'll ski some woods trails or groomers. Both skis seem like really good skis and really buttery, which is what i'm looking for. I primarily hit jumps 40 feet at the biggest. It seems to be that the punx is a little bit lighter then the domains, so i'm just a bit worried how much heavier the are. Lastly, i'm about 5'9" and about 140 lbs.

Thanks for reading and anyone that helps!
Jan 12 2013 11:23PM
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Thadius.Castle
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I'd say the Punx. A bit stiffer I think, and the Domains are primarily a jib ski, rails, urban, the like.
Jan 12 2013 11:35PM
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Stose
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Punx are super poppy, really playful on rails. The k2s would hold up on landings better, but since you are only hitting 40 footers punx would be just as good
Jan 12 2013 11:36PM
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SkiBum31
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So are the punx just as good on rails as the domains are?
Jan 13 2013 10:51AM
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Forcillo
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Surface swaps and butters will be better with the domains, but the punx are easier to throw around for bigger spins out and standard swaps. Really light. Quite contrasting but the punx is a great ski. The durability on both of them is top notch as well.
Jan 13 2013 11:29AM
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Newschool_Pope
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owning both id say punx any day, except for very slushy spring conditions.
Jan 13 2013 2:52PM
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p-fo
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Think about who rides them. Domains: Stept crew, Punx: Jossi Wells, Chug, etc.
Domains are designed for a more jibby, playful style of riding, while the Punx are designed for a more traditional and jump heavy style.
Jan 13 2013 5:11PM
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joshua
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Domains are heavier, but will be able to take more abuse.
Jan 13 2013 5:25PM
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SkiBum31
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I appreciate all of the help. Still not sure what ski to get, they both sound like amazing pairs of skis.
Jan 13 2013 5:47PM
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Big.Bird
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if you can get a significantly better deal on one go with it then
Jan 13 2013 10:19PM
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joriza.ski
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Punx. For man.
Jan 14 2013 4:18PM
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Park.
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eh, not particularly true. the Punx are made to be buttery and playful, but still handle great on larger jumps. The K2 (from experience) is going to flex out much more easily on imperfect landings. Maybe it was just me, but when I tried my friends punx, they were much better on jumps than i expected.
Jan 14 2013 5:42PM
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J-Wile
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You can get Punx on ebay for $350, thats a pretty solid deal. I got mine for $325, and I love them. As for bindings go ahead and get Atomic FFG 10s if they fit your weight.
Jan 14 2013 8:20PM
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Newschool_Pope
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pumx are more playful. to me the domains feel dead, with little pop, but rather heavy and very soft. punx are alot lighter, poppier, and faster edge to edge. i use my domains for urban, since they can take more abuse tho.

and the above video should prove that they arent specifically a jump ski. a jump/comp ski to me is one like the ace of spades. with metal and a race bace. or the pipecleaner.
Jan 14 2013 8:51PM
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SkiBum31
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Still not quite sure what ski to get haha. But, i have just one more question. If i were to get the punx should i get the 164 or 173 and if i were to get the domain should i get the 169 or 174. Btw, im about 5'9" and about 140 lbs.

Thanks again!
Jan 14 2013 9:57PM
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joriza.ski
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Go with the longer skis, youll be happier down the road. and get walls or Punxs
Jan 25 2013 12:33AM
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East_Centric
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If you get the domains get the 169 because ive herd they run bigger
Jul 14 2013 1:27PM
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