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Deathwish, Jeffrey, Patron, SFB?

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Muggydude
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Looking to fill a "missing spot" in my quiver. Not really missing and not exactly needed but I like skis.

As is, have 180 brahmas as hard snow, bump type skis. 176 Jeronimos (newly) center mounted as a mostly park ski, 187 GPOs as 6+ inch resort ski, 192 Protests as deep storm day and cat ski.

So no, I don't need another ski, but with retiring the Jeronimos to purely park duty in the midwest when I'm not racing, I'm wanting a fun all mountain jib type pow ski, for 1-6 inches of snow or so when hom in CO. Thinking 110~ underfoot, low-mid 180s length. I'm 5'9 165lb, grew up skiing in CO, typically ski with a a more centered stance but racing has gotten me better aquainted with the tips and edge of my skis.

Regardless I'm not looking for a charger, for my needs GPO fits that well enough (really a playful charger but ~). Occasionally take my bro's BGs out as well.

Looking for a fun jibby pow ski to screw around with, hit some kickers, butter, few park laps, etc when there's fresh stuff but not a lot.

Deathwish looks like it fits the bill well, always wanted a moment ski and a triple camper ski. Also seems like it will be fun to carve. Jeffrey (older 110 would be ideal, but who knows if I'll find one. 114 fine too, maybe new kartel 108 but not shelling out for brand new planks) seems right up my ally, maybe a little more jib oriented? Patrons also seem fun, haven't found a ton about it, might not do as well in any rougher spots at the resort?

Older SFBs might fit the bill too...

Just curious what people's opinions are on the comparisons between these skis, who have skied some/all of these
Sep 18 2016 5:07PM
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BirtDike
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Mordecai or sheditor 112
Sep 18 2016 5:38PM
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Muggydude
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^^ yeah all the skis besides th SFBs are maybe a little on the stiffer side of this type of ski, would definitely consider something a little softer
Sep 18 2016 7:11PM
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Muggydude
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anyone else have any time on the deathwish, shreditor 112, and sir francis bacon (108 version, maybe 104)? Thoughts?
Sep 20 2016 1:45AM
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tcurle
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I'd say the Deathwish fits your perfect description for a ski. They're kind of soft so better for fun jibbing riding than full charging going huge. They're 112 underfoot, so kind of wide for park but if you're cruising in there they'll be fun. The Moment guys will usually only ride the Deathwish in every fucking condition every day. One of my old coaches even uses it for his park ski (not that great of a rail skier). They're a super fun ski and the triple camber is rad.
Oct 4 2016 2:16AM
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qazwsxedc34
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Muggydude^^ yeah all the skis besides th SFBs are maybe a little on the stiffer side of this type of ski, would definitely consider something a little softer


The newer 104 SFB version chatters at high speed and is very fragile. Not that durable. The old bacon's 108 version are much more beefier and in a 190 length are said to be very stable and charge quite nicely, despite the reviews on the 184 length.

The SFB is a very good ski, but I would take the Jefferey over it if money isn't an option.
Oct 4 2016 4:46PM
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hot.pocket
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Maybe I'll hide a blem for you ;)
Oct 4 2016 7:38PM
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tcurle
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OR Meridian all the way
Oct 13 2016 10:07PM
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