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Skis like the arv 96?

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lion.pappa
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So, new seasons coming up. I have been riding the arv 96 as my one ski quiver, but got my hands on a pair of kartels 108 this summer and plan to get rid of the arv 96. Basically looking for one a bit narrower than the 96 for park/all mtn. Any suggestions appreciated! (or should I just go for the 86?)
Sep 13 2018 1:38AM
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DesertStix
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86. Good mix of widths.
Sep 13 2018 3:31AM
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Zypher
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The Volkl Revolt is a great ski and comes in an 85 waist I believe. As well, the older Moment Vice has a waist of 83 and a similar flex pattern. The revolts will be a bit stiffer than the armadas and the Vices will be a touch softer. There are plenty of more options but these two may be worth taking a look at.
Sep 13 2018 5:29PM
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lion.pappa
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DesertStix86. Good mix of widths.

yea, been thinking about that too. Since I enjoyed ridinig the 96, 86 should more or less be the same I assume haha.

ZypherThe Volkl Revolt is a great ski and comes in an 85 waist I believe. As well, the older Moment Vice has a waist of 83 and a similar flex pattern. The revolts will be a bit stiffer than the armadas and the Vices will be a touch softer. There are plenty of more options but these two may be worth taking a look at.

Thanks for the input! I'm looking at the revolt as well as line chronics (hopefully can find a new old model). Any idea on how line skis are?
Sep 13 2018 7:02PM
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Zypher
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lion.pappayea, been thinking about that too. Since I enjoyed ridinig the 96, 86 should more or less be the same I assume haha.


Thanks for the input! I'm looking at the revolt as well as line chronics (hopefully can find a new old model). Any idea on how line skis are?


Out of personal opinion, i haven't had too many good experiences on line skis. Their 2012-2016 skis had some problems in the pressing process and delamed pretty easily. idk about any newer ones tho. I mainly ride on3p, moment, and icelantic rn.
Sep 13 2018 8:11PM
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lion.pappa
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ZypherOut of personal opinion, i haven't had too many good experiences on line skis. Their 2012-2016 skis had some problems in the pressing process and delamed pretty easily. idk about any newer ones tho. I mainly ride on3p, moment, and icelantic rn.


Yea, that's one of my concerns too. But seems they have improved recently? Which skis would you recommend from moment/icelantic about 90mm width?
Sep 13 2018 9:41PM
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Zypher
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lion.pappaYea, that's one of my concerns too. But seems they have improved recently? Which skis would you recommend from moment/icelantic about 90mm width?


As I said before, moment vice is a great choice. Icelantic doesn’t have to many Skis that size and their Nomad 95s are pretty close to the arvs. Is there a Nomad 85?
Sep 13 2018 9:58PM
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lion.pappa
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ZypherAs I said before, moment vice is a great choice. Icelantic doesn’t have to many Skis that size and their Nomad 95s are pretty close to the arvs. Is there a Nomad 85?


I can't seem to find vice on their site. Is it discontinued or name changed?
Sep 13 2018 10:39PM
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DesertStix
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I personally love these, they’re 86cm and can’t beat the sale price. Plus they are fun as hell...

https://www.the-house.com/8962ffclik17zz-4frnt-skis.html?gclid=EAIaIQobChMIjofpqei53QIVDHp-Ch3wpQPkEAQYASABEgJf5fD_BwE&gclsrc=aw.ds
Sep 14 2018 2:01AM
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Zypher
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lion.pappaI can't seem to find vice on their site. Is it discontinued or name changed?


They took it out of the lineup last year I think. There is a few left in a 178cm and 184cm tho at https://www.skiburger.com/collections/skis-1
Sep 14 2018 9:45AM
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lion.pappa
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DesertStixI personally love these, they’re 86cm and can’t beat the sale price. Plus they are fun as hell...

https://www.the-house.com/8962ffclik17zz-4frnt-skis.html?gclid=EAIaIQobChMIjofpqei53QIVDHp-Ch3wpQPkEAQYASABEgJf5fD_BwE&gclsrc=aw.ds

Oh, will do some research! Thanks.

ZypherThey took it out of the lineup last year I think. There is a few left in a 178cm and 184cm tho at https://www.skiburger.com/collections/skis-1

Wow, did not know they have such a site for overstocks! Thanks.
Sep 14 2018 3:52PM
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