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Thoughts on Line Skis?

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Van_Wilder
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I've rode Line Invaders and Step-Ups and I liked em. I've heard a lot of people talk shit about them though. Any thoughts if they should be on the list for next years gear?

Thanks
Jul 18 2013 5:01PM
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Balbertt
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Shit durability. Overrated.
Jul 18 2013 5:16PM
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Van_Wilder
Posts: 228 - Karma: 554
+ K for information.
Jul 18 2013 5:21PM
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Bozite
Posts: 981 - Karma: 561
Only skied the opus and I loved them. For pow go opus.
Jul 18 2013 8:23PM
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snakerton
Posts: 2434 - Karma: 1,977
most of their skis are awesome. love the company
Jul 19 2013 3:27AM
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k2andcannoli
Posts: 644 - Karma: -36
Good stuff...people like to bash them for making cheap Chinese skis. But id bash line too if I paid twice as much for a not-so-great microbrew ski...lets be honest, how long do park skis need to last? Imo if you still got edges and the skis core is still in one, its a success.

The future spin is very good, might be picking up a pair when I get my shop card for 13-14
Jul 19 2013 6:49AM
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Pipe_Munky
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They're going to be like any ski. If you beat the shit out of them hard, they're not going to stand the test of time.

What I do like about Line is the fact that they're warranty is pretty solid. As long as you're not trying to warranty damage caused by repeated smashing on a rail, they're more than likely going to cover it for you.

I'd look at getting the new Future Spin or even the new Afterbang. The Afterbang has been redesigned with 3D butter zones to shave weight and add more pop and control.

Just don't buy Masterminds. They're a cheap beginner ski that can't hold up to big jumps.
Jul 19 2013 10:22AM
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GrahamGould
Posts: 713 - Karma: 2,439
the durability is on point with pretty much any park ski out there. its not amazing, but its the same as everything else. Their skis are amazing skis though, because they listen to their customers and build what everyone asks for. you should definately consider buying a pair for next season.
Jul 19 2013 11:44AM
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East_Centric
Posts: 142 - Karma: 49
Line is a great company and their skis are fun. I had a pair of after bangs last year and only rode on them about 8 times before the tip delaminated and the base material separated.
Jul 19 2013 1:03PM
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Session
Posts: 5390 - Karma: 22,282
The Prophet/Influence line has always been solid, and construction/durability is on par with just about any other ski. I beat the fuck out of my Influence 105 last year, and they are still in good condition.

IMO comparing park ski durability is flawed due to the ability of users being vastly different. Most kids are beaters that just slam into the rails, while better rail skiers are actually able to land with some subtle ability. Also a properly detuned edge should last longer than one that has been left with the factory tune.

Jul 19 2013 2:29PM
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Bagina
Posts: 849 - Karma: 2,888
I used to think that until I tried my friends Line Blends, no top sheet wear all season. The ski is really poppy and can jib all over the mountain. I don't think I'd ever buy a pair though because there are better options.
Jul 23 2013 8:05AM
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T.Mosby
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Loved my chronics but they didn't last very long, huge chips on the top sheet.
Jul 24 2013 2:09AM
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VD.
Posts: 4054 - Karma: 4,565
They're a decent company that cares about their customers, and I've found the durability on my Lines to be comparable with other skis I've owned. Also of the Lines I've either owned or skied on, I've enjoyed myself.

Oh and they give good sticker packs when you send a SASE, so props for that too. (not sure how much this last part helps you, but anyway)
Jul 24 2013 3:04AM
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ThundaKilla
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Yea but what about the edges and base?
Jul 24 2013 10:17AM
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CaptainObvious.
Posts: 5712 - Karma: 20,638
I had the chronic blends when they were happenin. I think the 06 model. It was the black ones with the skulls and purple smoke. I had them on the hill for two days and on the second day I over-rotated a little on a 5 and landed sideways. Luckily the jump wasn't monstrous so I was short enough on momentum to just slide it out and not catch and edge. Speaking of edge, however, I look down and the entire outside edge of my left ski had blown out. It was just flapping in the wind. Needless to say, I warrantied them through my shop and since I had a trip to Big Sky the next week, the shop just comped me and I picked up my first libertys and never looked back.


Could have been a fluke, but I probably wouldn't go back.
Jul 24 2013 10:33AM
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a_burger
Posts: 5240 - Karma: 20,806
iirc 2006 was the first year they started manufacturing in China, and I don't think a ski that was made 7 years ago represents whatever they have currently.

I've been looking at quite a few reviews and Top sheet chipping is the only immediate complaint I've seen, edges are probably fine
Jul 24 2013 3:21PM
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Rodigan
Posts: 1302 - Karma: 1,868
Take a pair of Bacons for a test ride.......thats all.
Jul 24 2013 4:37PM
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CaptainObvious.
Posts: 5712 - Karma: 20,638
Completely reasonable. I'm just sayin the experience left a bad taste in my mouth.
Jul 24 2013 5:32PM
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fredyferl
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I have the LTC now and they're super fun for jibbing, light and flexy, they're the best skis I've had in a while. I'm just curious on how long they'll last since it's a cap construction
Jul 25 2013 10:33PM
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Errl
Posts: 2082 - Karma: 451
Just picked up some Bacons a few weeks ago and my first impression is very good. Their service was incredible, I ordered them on a tuesday night and they were in my hands on thursday morning. I'll check back when I actually have some days on them and have done more than look at them. I'm going to be almost sad to mount them, i LOVE the topsheet design. If I had the money, i'd buy another pair just to hang on the wall to look at
Jul 26 2013 5:54PM
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Rparr
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I disagree with all of you saying they have crap durability.

I have 2011 afterbangs that I use for summer jibbing and urban, and they are still holding up after 2 summers of extensive jibbing, which is more harsh on your skis than winter skiing, and a decent amount of urban. They're great beater skis.

I hate how heavy they are, though.
Jul 27 2013 9:01AM
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CashmereCat
Posts: 2211 - Karma: 2,394
My anthems from 2010 are still my favorite ski in my quiver. Extremely fun skis and relatively durable.
Jul 27 2013 3:51PM
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jibberty
Posts: 156 - Karma: 124
I will probably buy the 2014 chronics and I see a lot of bad comments but also great too so i just want to know what people think about them. besicaly about durability
Jul 27 2013 5:23PM
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_____alfredo____
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my afterbangs lasted 7 days
Jul 27 2013 9:28PM
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Matthew_Denham
Posts: 384 - Karma: 1,267
Broke 3 pairs of line masterminds in 9 days, and that was when i was like 12 and not even riding hard. Haven't ridden them since, and I am convinced that they are just bad at making durable skis. However, I must say that the line masterminds were an extremely fun ski to ride...
Jul 27 2013 9:48PM
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Van_Wilder
Posts: 228 - Karma: 554
Thanks For all the response guys. i read through all of them. i guess everybody has a different perspective.
Jul 27 2013 11:13PM
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jibberty
Posts: 156 - Karma: 124
like i see line is a very inconsistent brand. There people that had very good experiences whit them other that had bad experiences for durability but i think everybody is okay to say that's line's skis are very fun to ride.
Jul 28 2013 2:00PM
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jimmydar
Posts: 852 - Karma: 1,628
personally the chronic is the best ski I have ever ridden and would recommend it to anyone
Jul 28 2013 4:16PM
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BigDog
Posts: 712 - Karma: 815
I've owned various different skis for each season but I go back to the chronics ever year.
And the old school line invader was my first ever park ski.. shit i miss that ski
I've snapped one of my chronics but that was after a couple seasons of pretty burly urban adventures and all over the mountain so i'd for sure recommend line skis to anyone who asks me.
Jul 30 2013 11:19PM
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virgin
Posts: 182 - Karma: 91
Can you butter/press on them easily?
Jul 31 2013 2:57AM
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snakerton
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Yes
Aug 3 2013 10:24PM
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virgin
Posts: 182 - Karma: 91
Does it affect much if the ski is a little longer?
Aug 4 2013 1:46AM
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Willskiforfree
Posts: 929 - Karma: 3,167
Anyone got any thoughts on The TC ski? Need some suggestions. Also if anyone knows a site selling the 2012 2013 chronic let me know pleaseeee
Aug 4 2013 4:12AM
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1kewldewd
Posts: 796 - Karma: 1,147
I have anthems wich are the same thing. It is my favorite park ski. It is pretty light and super soft and buttery. I have it in a longer length then what I normaly ski so it still holds up good on jumps.
Aug 4 2013 3:53PM
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Kreech
Posts: 4178 - Karma: 3,024
Only buy line if you want your children and grandchildren to be slaughtered by china's rapidly expanding evil communist regime. I bought a pair of spiral anthems back in 09... The next day my whole family was taken to work in the sweatshops where they have toiled ever since. They were fun skis though, so I can't complain...
Aug 4 2013 4:10PM
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Willskiforfree
Posts: 929 - Karma: 3,167
Yeah im all clear to buy the TC ski but what about weight? I love to spin. I want to know the spin weight how good are they with the weight?
Aug 4 2013 5:41PM
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1kewldewd
Posts: 796 - Karma: 1,147
They are about in the middle of lightness. Not as light as my old masterminds but lighter than my freinds ar 7s
Aug 7 2013 3:36AM
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