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samuel_ski
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I have a pair of Line Future Spins and they have a center line and a recommended line. The center line isn't the exact center, it is a little bit back. Where should i mount my bindings? I am using these skis mostly for park.
Jun 23 2015 1:12PM
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Literature
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You should mount them on the Gear forums, because the Ski Gabber line is way too far back.

But more seriously, get out a tape measure and check the lines. Center mount is generally best for jib-dedicated skis that you're not intending to ski anywhere outside of the park. Move a centimeter or two back for more all mtn performance.

My Kartel 98s, which I'd consider my park skis, are -3 from true, dead center because I still like to ski them on the rest of the hill.

If you're asking a shop to mount them on a different spot then what's indicated, do this:

Measure. Measure again. Measure a third time. Put down some masking tape on the topsheet, and make the midsole mount line you want with a Sharpie towards the edge of the topsheet ON THE MASKING TAPE. Leave a note on the skis plainly stating that you want the Sharpie mark used, and thank the tech.
Jun 23 2015 1:17PM
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corona
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They're not symmetrical, so I wouldn't mount at the exact centre. If you're not leaving the park with them then their centre line is probably a good bet. If you're also going to be having fun around the mountain then maybe a couple cm's back from centre.
Jun 23 2015 1:18PM
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samuel_ski
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The center line is about 4 cm back from exact center, I measured it. Is that where i should mount them?
Jun 23 2015 1:21PM
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S.J.W
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SamuelSki11The center line is about 4 cm back from exact center, I measured it. Is that where i should mount them?


That will give the ski the most natural flex and best carving. How much time do you plan spending out of the park? And how well can you carve?
Jun 23 2015 1:42PM
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samuel_ski
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S.J.WThat will give the ski the most natural flex and best carving. How much time do you plan spending out of the park? And how well can you carve?


I will be spending about 90% of my time in the park. I can carve pretty good.
Jun 23 2015 1:48PM
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S.J.W
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SamuelSki11I will be spending about 90% of my time in the park. I can carve pretty good.


Then just centre mount them if you're spending most of the time in the park. But this will come with draw backs of making carving harder.
Jun 23 2015 1:54PM
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samuel_ski
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S.J.WThen just centre mount them if you're spending most of the time in the park. But this will come with draw backs of making carving harder.


So use the center line on the skis?
Jun 23 2015 1:59PM
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S.J.W
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SamuelSki11So use the center line on the skis?


Just take them to a local shop and ask for centre mount
Jun 23 2015 2:18PM
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samuel_ski
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S.J.WJust take them to a local shop and ask for centre mount


thanks
Jun 23 2015 2:19PM
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