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2016 Line Afterbangs?

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lilgapaboi
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I'm looking to get new skis sometime later in the year maybe and I have a knack for beating up my skis. I currently have K2 press and have started to see the base peeling off under the toe. I also have huge chips and overall damage all over, top, bottom, and sides. Basically i'm just wondering if I should get the line afterbang cuz i heard they're durable af or are there other super durable skis that are a little lighter in weight. Anything helps. +k for helpful answers
Jan 10 2016 8:31PM
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Triscuit
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The after bangs are sweet skis made up of mostly wood (skate deck construction) and the 2016s lookin like pizza boxes and the bottoms all cheesed up and such they are a must cop for a good price.
Jan 10 2016 8:43PM
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freeski1620
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I wouldn't call Abang a durable ski unless you're on a budget of $399. Spend an extra $100 and theres a whole world of more fun durable park skis out there!
Jan 11 2016 12:46PM
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lilgapaboi
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freeski1620I wouldn't call Abang a durable ski unless you're on a budget of $399. Spend an extra $100 and theres a whole world of more fun durable park skis out there!


like?
Jan 11 2016 12:49PM
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TVRNTVPOOP
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GaperGodlike?


hit up icelantic, other lines, hell Filthy riches are like 500
Jan 11 2016 1:40PM
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freeski1620
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GaperGodlike?


Armada AR&, PC, Thall
Salomon NFX
Line Chronic
Atomic Punx
K2 Shredditor 92
Icelantic Da'nollie



Those are all anywhere from $499 -$599 and durable. I listed them for you in my order of preference.
Jan 11 2016 1:47PM
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slimeball
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imo they are super sick
Jan 11 2016 6:12PM
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lilgapaboi
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geibimo they are super sick

Are they slow because i have heard that the extruded base makes them not hold wax and go slow
Jan 11 2016 6:19PM
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lilgapaboi
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geibimo they are super sick

Are they slow because i have heard that the extruded base makes them not hold wax and go slow
Jan 11 2016 6:19PM
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slimeball
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GaperGodAre they slow because i have heard that the extruded base makes them not hold wax and go slow


thats the downside, extruded bases are slow unfortunately but you can keep them fast by waxing more often. but the good thing is its cheap.
Jan 11 2016 6:33PM
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lilgapaboi
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geibthats the downside, extruded bases are slow unfortunately but you can keep them fast by waxing more often. but the good thing is its cheap.


Ok and also, are they heavy ive heard they are
Jan 11 2016 8:12PM
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slimeball
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honestly I'm not a genius on afterbangs but the 2016 ones seem like they are lighter then the older ones. i have had the old ones without the fancy tech, but if you want more info then check the review section. the after bang is a pretty popular ski so id think there is alot of info on em.
Jan 12 2016 12:30AM
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baggis123
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steezkneezhell Filthy riches are like 500


do this
Jan 12 2016 3:25PM
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notJacobJohnson
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GaperGodAre they slow because i have heard that the extruded base makes them not hold wax and go slow


Hey man, yes they can be. I have Line masterminds(which also have the extruded bases) and they've been good to me, but you should definitely get your own wax iron and wax because you'll prolly to be waxing every 2-3 days. The Afterbangs do seem to be pretty durable (ski of choice for Max Hill), but some rub on might be worth carrying every day as well. Best of luck in your search my man!
Jan 14 2016 10:16PM
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