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ON3P Jmo's Vs. Armada TST

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Stage_3
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Im looking for an all mtn ski that can handle everything. Im a midwest skier from birth but i take 2 trips out west a year to ski the real snow. Im 6'2 about 180 I just bught new Marker Jesters that im going to be putting on them.

My friend has been skiing armada for his whole life so he is telling me every thing good about aramda. I just havent really lookedto jmo's.

I appreciate all the information.

Feb 27 2013 2:14PM
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VD.
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One of the first things you should know is that the TST has a directional rocker profile, featuring only tip rocker. Where as the J'mo has bidirectional rocker profile. So if you're planning on skiing switch or taking some laps through the park, the J'mo would be much better suited. Unfortunately I couldn't give you a rundown of how they ski, as I haven't had the chance to get on a pair of J'mos yet.
Feb 27 2013 2:28PM
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RudyGarmisch
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186 Jmo, but as I'd be the one shipping your pair out, I'm obviously a bit biased. Post more info about what you're looking for the ski to do for you!
Feb 27 2013 2:56PM
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Obi-Wan-Jenobi
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I have the jmo in a 176. I love them the 101 might take a few laps to get used to but its fine. Im 5'7 was riding 171 s5's and these skis are alot faster in tight spots and pivot much better. They hold up just fine charging grooms at speed I would for sure recommend them.
Feb 27 2013 2:59PM
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Jewschoolers
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jmos>errything
Feb 27 2013 3:04PM
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YewTard
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I'm your exact height/weight and have TSTs. As long as you aren't planning on doing a ton of switch skiing its a really, really versatile ski. If you're coming out west twice/yr and don't know what you're gonna encounter then it's a nice one ski quiver to pack. Fat rockered tips make pow a breeze then the camber underfoot with the narrower waist lets em rip on hard pack/groomers.

Can't speak for the JMOs so I won't try. Basically the only reason you might shy away from the TST is if you plan on skiing a lot of park with em or skiing switch all the time (which isn't to say you can't, just not what it was specifically designed to do).

Feb 27 2013 3:05PM
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So they jmo would be better for lapping through parks? cause i do have those tendencies to feel like a park rat and lap the park for a hour or so. and riding switch is like the funnest part about skiing. So with what you guys are telling me i feel like the jmo is goin to be the right ski for me.
(sorry for spelling on my phone)
Feb 27 2013 9:23PM
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sam7136
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I have tsts and love them. i dont ever take them in the park though. they can handle anything well.
Feb 27 2013 9:35PM
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ECSkiier
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Demoed the TST's and loved them in the pow. a little shaky for my liking ripping down groomers tho
Feb 28 2013 4:09PM
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TRAP_CHEF
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If your doing any switch skiing get jmos you will thank me later tst are for people looking to ski forward only and minimal if any switch riding plus the jmos are made in the us your supporting good people etc. go jmos over tst you will thank me later
Feb 28 2013 6:07PM
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Dustin.
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The TST isn't a park ski. The Jmo is a larger park ski that also does exceptionally well for it's category on all terrain due to it's stiffer profile and generous rocker. If you do park at all on your all mountain cruise days, ride switch occasionally, or rip groomers in between pow runs then I'd suggest the J-mo. If you answered no to those, the TST is a great all mountain ski and ON3P also offers the Jeffrey or the Vicik.
Feb 28 2013 8:07PM
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Shifties4Dayz
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Im in Michigan and ive been on Jmos for 3 years and i couldnt be happier. They handle absolutely everything. Even had them in 2 feet of powpow last year and they were great.
Mar 1 2013 10:25AM
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