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mmccarthy81
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Okay, so I'm trying to do some research on what type of powder ski to get and looking for help and opinions. I've never skied anything over 100mm waist wide so I'm not sure how fat I should go. I'm also 5' 11" like 145 pounds. I'm looking for a powder ski that:
-I can still ski the mountain on 2-3 days after a snowfall in Colorado or Utah (going to U of U, CSU, or Denver next year but have not yet decided)
-Twin tip that will ski well mounted 2-3cm back from center
-Not super heavy (I may do frame bindings because I'm hoping to get into some light touring next year)
-Will still perform in less than ideal conditions
-Is maybe a wide, quiver killerish ski that is especially good in pow

*It doesn't need to perform on groomers or super snow deprived conditions for I have another pair of skis for that*

Anyone with suggestions or experience with a ski that meets these requirements please share your opinions, thanks
Oct 19 2017 1:23PM
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paladin
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I have LINE’s 2016 version of the Sir Francis Bacon. I got it around Christmas time two years ago and decided to take ‘em out for a spin, since I was super curious to see how the ski responded. Note, though, that the thickest skis I ever rode were 90mms at the waist. My first run was disastrous, but at the end of the day, I was riding with a lot of comfort. I love LINE’s Sir Francis Bacon and would definitely reccomend them to ya. It’s a 104, and I think it would be a good starter. But if you’re looking for more backcountry/freeride-oriented skis, I would go with 108+. Are you looking for a stepping stone or are you going to no-balls it to 110+?
Oct 19 2017 2:42PM
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mmccarthy81
Posts: 413 - Karma: 755
paladinI have LINE’s 2016 version of the Sir Francis Bacon. I got it around Christmas time two years ago and decided to take ‘em out for a spin, since I was super curious to see how the ski responded. Note, though, that the thickest skis I ever rode were 90mms at the waist. My first run was disastrous, but at the end of the day, I was riding with a lot of comfort. I love LINE’s Sir Francis Bacon and would definitely reccomend them to ya. It’s a 104, and I think it would be a good starter. But if you’re looking for more backcountry/freeride-oriented skis, I would go with 108+. Are you looking for a stepping stone or are you going to no-balls it to 110+?


Nah I'm going all in, definitely 107+
Oct 19 2017 3:18PM
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gapersarefriends
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Get some JJ's i've been riding a pair for the last couple of years everyday super fun ski but can't rip dicks super well, ordered a pair of 4frnt col's for this year. JJ's are super playful/poppy/slashy n shit
Oct 19 2017 4:01PM
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mmccarthy81
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gapersarefriendsGet some JJ's i've been riding a pair for the last couple of years everyday super fun ski but can't rip dicks super well, ordered a pair of 4frnt col's for this year. JJ's are super playful/poppy/slashy n shit


Looked at them and definitely considering, what does rip dicks mean btw haha
Oct 19 2017 4:37PM
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gapersarefriends
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mmccarthy81Looked at them and definitely considering, what does rip dicks mean btw haha

Skiin fast
Oct 19 2017 5:06PM
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Zypher
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Pow skis for a newbie that can do a bit of everything? Take a peek at these...

Icelantic Nomad 125 or 115 (Have experience on both of these and the 125 is my all time favorite ski)
ON3P Kartel 116 - heard good things but have never ridden myself
Bentchetlers - changed the name this year but i think its the same ski
Armada JJ - I have the JJ Zeros as my touring setup. Turn radius is tight af so id recommend a full detune for max cruiseability.
Moment Bibby - Go to blister gear reviews and you'll see why its an amazing ski (can vouch for that)
Moment Deathwish - 110 underfoot and super ripable
etc etc
Oct 21 2017 2:54AM
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mmccarthy81
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ZypherPow skis for a newbie that can do a bit of everything? Take a peek at these...

Icelantic Nomad 125 or 115 (Have experience on both of these and the 125 is my all time favorite ski)
ON3P Kartel 116 - heard good things but have never ridden myself
Bentchetlers - changed the name this year but i think its the same ski
Armada JJ - I have the JJ Zeros as my touring setup. Turn radius is tight af so id recommend a full detune for max cruiseability.
Moment Bibby - Go to blister gear reviews and you'll see why its an amazing ski (can vouch for that)
Moment Deathwish - 110 underfoot and super ripable
etc etc


Thanks, gonna look through these all
Oct 21 2017 6:56PM
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kirbstopper
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4frnt kye 110
Oct 21 2017 7:22PM
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Lyricsylvan
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Get a K2 marksman or shreditor 102 or 112. mount them at +3 or +4.
Oct 29 2017 5:00PM
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Lyricsylvan
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Because of your weight, if you go too wide you'll always be on top of the pow, not in it.
Oct 29 2017 5:01PM
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mmccarthy81
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LyricsylvanBecause of your weight, if you go too wide you'll always be on top of the pow, not in it.


Yeah trying to go like 108-110
Oct 29 2017 5:54PM
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sirjamesadams
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I absolutely love my JJ’s they hold up pretty well in all conditions. Super surfy and fun.
Nov 1 2017 1:29AM
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