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Much of Line's...err... lineup remains the same for 2018 (pretty sure we do that shitty pun yearly). However, there are some headline stories, the most relevant of which is a complete redesign of The Chronic with a new flex pattern, some early taper and a wider footprint aimed at turning it into more of an all-mountain ripper. The TigerSnake has been discontinued, with the Honey Badger now occupying the price-point park ski role exclusively. In the Eric Pollard series, there is skinnier, stiffer (carbon flax tape reinforced) version of the Pescado called the Sakana. Lastly, inspired by the skiing of Hadley Hammer is a new and improved Pandora collection- All Mountain sticks for the lady rippers out there. The Pandora comes in three models, a 104, 94, and 84.
The Chronic // LJ Strenio // Photo: Mark Erickson
The Chronic
Introduced in the early 2000's, the Chronic has been a staple in park skiing. Known for its stiff flex, and being an all-around burly all mountain ski, the Chronic was a top choice of skiers such as LJ Strenio pushing the limits of freesking. But all skiers evolve, and therefore all skis must evolve with us. The new 2018 Chronic is lighter, snappier, and more engaging. Early taper, a wider footprint, and new flex pattern make this ski perfect for those looking to rip all over the mountain.
The Honey Badger // Khai Krepela // Photo: Mark Erickson
The Honey Badger The Honey Badger is a flexible, lightweight, playful option for those looking to spend a majority of their time in the park. Rail skiers such as Khai Krepela love its Aspen Core and light swing weight for progressive jib tricks.
Honey Bee
The Honey Bee is a women's specific park ski and is known for being playful for jibbing, yet stable enough to stomp jump tricks. With an Aspenlite™ core and light swing weight, the Honey Bee skis are a great option for both beginner and advanced lady rippers.
The Blend The Blend remains the go-to for Line athletes as a soft-flex jib ski. This year it features Tuff Top, which was designed as a more durable top sheet. There's a reason the Blend hasn't changed much over the years- the athletes simply love it the way it is. "The Blend is my all-around favorite park ski, all mountain ski, urban ski, backyard setup ski, a little bit of everything- just like its name. It's ready for anything." - Will Wesson
The Tom Wallisch Pro The Tom Wallisch Pro is designed to remain stable for whatever you throw at it- urban rails, massive park jumps, and whatever other large features you come across. No corners are cut when it comes to durabilty on the TW Pro- Fatty™ capwall, base, and edge construction leave this high-performance ski one of the most reliable options out there.
The Eric Pollard Collection The Eric Pollard Collection features five skis, which can be split up into two categories- twin/symmetrical, and swallowtail/directional. New for 2018 is the Sakana, an all mountain, 105mm waist, directional swallowtail ski. The Pescado returns as a soft, directional, 125mm waisted, swallowtail powder ski experience.
The rest of the line is known for being some of the surfiest all mountain skis on the market. The Magnum Opus, with a 124cm waist, is perfect for the jibby powder skier who likes to surf the powder, land switch, and is going to see a lot of deep days over the course of a season. The Mordecai with a 114cm waist, remains a surfy powder ski but is the most stable of the three in choppier conditions. Lastly, the Sir Francis Bacon comes in a 104mm waist and is a playful ski designed for variable conditions. Their narrow edges aren't great for park durabily, but the Bacon is a great option for the skier looking to play around on the whole mountain while occasionally dabbling in the park.
See below for more information and reviews of Line's 18/19 gear or visit www.lineskis.com.
Newschoolers' Quick Review:
In terms of value, these skis are right up there. They will work incredibly well for some but not for others. I couldn’t personally ski these as my daily park driver because on an average day I tend to rail around the mountain, ski some cruddy bump runs and high speed all mountain j…
Newschoolers' Quick Review:
The Blends are light for the size, have a low swingweight and are super soft in the tips and tails. They aren't that poppy but they are easy to ollie thanks to that super soft flex. If you like soft skis, like to play around in the park and all over the hill at less than mach 10, th…
Newschoolers' Quick Review
The new Chronic is a pretty major departure from previous years. The Chronic has always been the flagship park ski for Line, but the new model sits more in the 'narrow all-mountain ski but still park capable' market space. The short radius and low swingweight combine to make these super …
Manufacturer's Description:
Based off of the tough as nails Honey Badger Chassis, the Honey Bee offers durable park performance in an affordable package thanks to the Aspenlite Core and Cap Construction.
Newschoolers' Quick Review:
The Line Magnum Opus is an (almost) versatile superfat ski. So who actually needs such a thing? Well jibby skiers who live somewhere it snows a fuckload couldn't do much better. Less than super-gifted pow skiers who want to land switch and surf in fresh snow and need some help (AKA me) …
Newschoolers' Quick Review:
They have the traditional surfy sidecut/profile of all Pollard skis but the stiffer nature of the ski does change things a little. They are much more comfortable in choppy snow and more stable on landings than either the wider Magnum or the narrower Bacon. They bridge the gap between th…
Manufacturer's Description:
The ski that changed it all. With a massive footprint, soft flex, and plunging, knocked-out tail, the Pescado redefines what it means to ride a directional pow ski. Equipped with a Partly Cloudy Core and bamboo sidewalls, the Pescado continues to exist within a category all of it's own.
Manufacturer's Description:
Bred from the Pescado's DNA, Eric Pollard and LINE present an all-new creation, the Sakana. With an ever-versatile 105mm waist, Carbon/Flax reinforcements, and a shape that encourages a wide variety of turn shapes, the Sakana embraces a fluid, refined ski experience unlike anything else.
Manufacturer's Description:
An all-new upgrade on the award-winning design, the 104 is the perfect waist width for mixing it up on the frontside and backside. Lightweight, surfy but stable thanks to the new Magic Finger Carbon Filaments, this ski still has the hold where you need it.
Manufacturer's Description:
From backcountry, slack country and hard pack, the all-new Sick Day 114 is the perfect powder ski for those looking for a surfy, playful feel and ease of use while planing through deep snow. Magic Finger Carbon Filaments add power without sacrificing weight.
Newschoolers' Quick Review:
The Bacon has a medium / stiff flex that is pretty consistent throughout. It skied very well on the hardback and the variable spring crud as well. Not as jibby as older versions of this ski, (unchanged this year) this would be the ski I would ride everyday when I’m too old to be fo…
Newschoolers' Review:
"I love this ski. I've been in the park since around 2000 and I can honestly say these are one of, if not the, best park skis I have ever used. They make doing things in the park easier, and because of that they give you a feeling that you can try more. And partly because of the ski, you can …
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