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whats good ns, now that the edge of my col's are ripping out its time to start looking for new skis. ive been a fan of moment for a while, and im definitely interested in the bibby because it's labeled as a "playful charger." how would these skis do as a one ski quiver for colorado? would i be better going with a different/narrower shape?
I one ski quivered the Bibby in summit county for most of last season. Pretty amazing all around but they work you in the bumps a little more than a softer flexing narrower ski would if you don't stay on top of them. Overall worth the extra work in the bumps for the amazing stability you get everywhere else. Disclaimer: I also suck at skiing bumps.
Hardpack performance is great for the width and rocker the skis have too.
The deathwish could also be a great option for a 1 ski quiver but I would wait for next season as they are stiffening it up more.
**This post was edited on Feb 13th 2018 at 10:55:07pm
Rum_HamI one ski quivered the Bibby in summit county for most of last season. Pretty amazing all around but they work you in the bumps a little more than a softer flexing narrower ski would if you don't stay on top of them. Overall worth the extra work in the bumps for the amazing stability you get everywhere else. Disclaimer: I also suck at skiing bumps.
The deathwish could also be a great option for a 1 ski quiver.
haha i considered the deathwish, but the triple camber thing actually scares me
wpskihaha i considered the deathwish, but the triple camber thing actually scares me
Honestly just call the factory. Luke and the guys over there will help you make a decision. But i can't say enough good things about the Bibby. Best ski in its width category by far.
It's a pretty burly ski for big steep icy moguls. If you're planning on doing a ton of that, it might not be the right ski for you. If you only plan on taking the occasional lap through that kind of terrain, don't worry about it because it charges everything else.
mr.tibblesIt's a pretty burly ski for big steep icy moguls. If you're planning on doing a ton of that, it might not be the right ski for you. If you only plan on taking the occasional lap through that kind of terrain, don't worry about it because it charges everything else.
Mostly tree skiing here, but to get to the good trees/cliffs you have to ski through shitty moguls
honestly cant stress enough how much i love mine. was really surprised how well the handled on piste. i'm skiing mostly Europe now so i need a narrower ski to complement them.
wpskiMostly tree skiing here, but to get to the good trees/cliffs you have to ski through shitty moguls
I think you'd be okay as long as you're confident enough in your skiing. Skis that excel in moguls aren't going to charge like the Bibby, and charging sounds like what you're interested in. The Bibby is capable enough in bumps, just more work than some other skis. Plus you'd get something that can send once you get to that cliff.
If I'm not planning to hit rails I'm on the Bibby a lot. Hard pack more often than not. My three buddies I ski with the most also ride the Bibby pretty much everyday.
Blister has a ton of Bibby/Blister Pro info
here's one link, check their site for a bunch more
I demo'd the bibby for half a week on straight ice and half a week in powder. Haven't ridden it a ton more since I've been in rail mode but I immediately bought it after my demo was done. Awesome ski, just want to focus on park while the snow is bad here. As far as a 108 Bibby I believe the Kartel series by ON3P which offers a 108 is very similar...but I could be wrong on that. I know the 116 is a little more flexy but the 108 is pretty stiff from what I've heard.
f100prerunnerI demo'd the bibby for half a week on straight ice and half a week in powder. Haven't ridden it a ton more since I've been in rail mode but I immediately bought it after my demo was done. Awesome ski, just want to focus on park while the snow is bad here. As far as a 108 Bibby I believe the Kartel series by ON3P which offers a 108 is very similar...but I could be wrong on that. I know the 116 is a little more flexy but the 108 is pretty stiff from what I've heard.
Yes, I thought the same and I bought them (K108). Unfortunately I can't say I like it as Bibby. I found flex pattern a bit illogical. I completely disagree with blister review saying skis flex is progressive. First 15cm of tips are softer than bibbys, but then out of nowhere they become really stiff. First ski ever I got problems with proper nose buttering. Or I'm almost faceplanting after putting too much pressure on the end of tips or I'm basically not flexing them at all if I'm pressing not forward enough. That sweet spot is really small, for my taste. Nose butter on Bibby is much easier for me. The other thing is that soft tip that is very sensitive to high speeds especially in chop. I found myself not so confident charging on K108 than on Bibbys. Plus, K108 are really heavy. Mine 186 are around 2400gr each, while Bibby is noticeably lighter
**This post was edited on Feb 15th 2018 at 4:41:55am
f100prerunnerI demo'd the bibby for half a week on straight ice and half a week in powder. Haven't ridden it a ton more since I've been in rail mode but I immediately bought it after my demo was done. Awesome ski, just want to focus on park while the snow is bad here. As far as a 108 Bibby I believe the Kartel series by ON3P which offers a 108 is very similar...but I could be wrong on that. I know the 116 is a little more flexy but the 108 is pretty stiff from what I've heard.
I don't like how soft their tips are, I found the Bibby to react a bit more predictably, the kartels definitely bucked me around a bit in choppy snow.
the other ski that is kind of in this category would be the sego big horn 106, which i haven't tried out yet, but as I used to live in Tahoe, Moment kinda has my heart a bit.
Get the PB&J for a daily CO driver. It's basically the Bibby, but 101mm underfoot). I ride the PB&J up to a foot of powder, then I switch over to the Bibby.
ThaLoraxGet the PB&J for a daily CO driver. It's basically the Bibby, but 101mm underfoot). I ride the PB&J up to a foot of powder, then I switch over to the Bibby.
cydwhitYep. Or split the difference with the Deathwish.
What do you think of the deathwish as a touring setup? They're like 1900 grams @ 184 and sound like they'd be a slightly mellower Bibby which is my inbounds setup. I've got some kingpins that need a home.
-eREKTion-What do you think of the deathwish as a touring setup? They're like 1900 grams @ 184 and sound like they'd be a slightly mellower Bibby which is my inbounds setup. I've got some kingpins that need a home.
I love them. I toured on them last year and had no regrets.
