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Powder Specific skis worth it?

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cdblu_freeski
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Hey so I'm thinking about getting a pair of powder specific skis, I have 108 kartels as my daily drivers (also have 112 steeples for touring, figured might be worth mentioning) and I know they are great in well everything but I had moment night trains a few years ago and I'm thinking of getting something similar to those again but don't know if it's worth it. I've looked at on3p c&d's, moment ghost train/ bibbys, and atomic bent chetlers. Any thoughts? Any input is appreciated :)
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hot.pocket
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If you ski enough powder and you have the money, pow specific skis are absolutely worth it.
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cdblu_freeski
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hot.pocketIf you ski enough powder and you have the money, pow specific skis are absolutely worth it.


Well that's good, and kinda what I figured, any thoughts on a pow ski tho?
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BirtDike
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hot.pocketIf you ski enough powder and you have the money, pow specific skis are absolutely worth it.


Well said.

Get a pair of Praxis Protests or On3p C&Ds if you have the cash.

Honestly, I think the float on the steeple 112 was stunning for its waist width and weight. IME, it floats better than a Billy Goat or a Bibby, due to the softer flex. It is pretty wild. The only skis ive had that float better were armada bubbas, ARGs, and moment night trains. Atleast a full 15mm or so fatter.

Since the amount of time these super fats actually get out on snow is relatively minimal, I am just going to buy whatever fatty is el cheapo at the moment. Ive spent alot on fatties before, only to use them 5 times and sell them at a huge loss. Right now, Line Sick Day 125 is only $200 on ebay, which is a steal. It has amazing reviews for the 2 years it was available, 2014 and 2015. People say its the best 125mm ski on groomers, and also one of the best floating/schmearing. Ill have to test that out! Its super directional though, idk if thats your style.
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Lyricsylvan
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japanada
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My ideal powpow waist size is 108mm-112mm. Im a bigger guy a 6'2'' and about 190lbs+ in gear, I like the sinking feeling, plus it just makes you ski that much faster!
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patagonialuke
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skiing pow is fun on (almost) any ski, but pow skis definitely make it more enjoyable. Any of the one's you mentioned would be a blast in deep pow, and would be a fun addition to your already stacked quiver. If you've got the budget for them, get C&D's, or if you can find some for cheap get something from DPS' spoon series.
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OregonDead
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Are pow skis worth it ha ha. Is this even a question? Of course you want something fatter for those phat dayz.
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hot.pocket
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cdblu_freeskiWell that's good, and kinda what I figured, any thoughts on a pow ski tho?


Moment Bibby / Ghost Train

ON3P Billy Goat

4frnt's new model the INTHAYNE also seems quite interesting
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cdblu_freeski
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Thanks everyone for the great feedback!
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