Hi folks, brand new here. Looking for some input from the experts for finding my next pair of skis. Forgive me if I butcher some of the technical jargon. I've been "back" on skis for about 15 years but only get about 10-20 days per year.
- 5'11", 195 lbs, mid-30s. I ski hard, but not that aggressively (I don't think) if that make sense.
- East coast skiing mostly, but flexible schedule allows for powder days.
- Ski the whole mountain, though not always pretty, so I think I need some forgiveness. I love skiing bumps (while I still can).
- Don't laugh - I've been on my Volant Machete Soul freeride 170's for at least 5 years. I loved them - I found them great in all but deep powder. Liked the short snappy turns in the tight spots, the dampness (speed control can be a problem for me); edge grip wasn't great unless freshly tuned.
- Been looking for an All-Mountain ski, but I've been surprised by the various fat freerides and twin-tips that get marketed as great all-mountain skis nowadays. Willing to spend some money for a nice pair.
- Leading the pack of contenders (though it changes frequently): Atomic Blackeyes, Legend 8000s. Considered K2 Recons, Head Monster 78s too. From the wider category - not sure these will be versatile enough: Nordica Enforcers, Atomic Snoops. The Blizzard Magnum (#?) got amazing reviews, but seemingly more of a west coast quiver ski.
- I've seen lots of comments about most of these - especially the 8000s and Recons. The Blackeyes have my eye for a number of reasons. Do these have some forgiveness? Are they too stiff for the bumps? I've heard mixed opinions on this. Thinking 171 cm again. 165 seems tiny.
- I would appreicate any thoughts, comments, and opinions.
Cheers!
- 5'11", 195 lbs, mid-30s. I ski hard, but not that aggressively (I don't think) if that make sense.
- East coast skiing mostly, but flexible schedule allows for powder days.
- Ski the whole mountain, though not always pretty, so I think I need some forgiveness. I love skiing bumps (while I still can).
- Don't laugh - I've been on my Volant Machete Soul freeride 170's for at least 5 years. I loved them - I found them great in all but deep powder. Liked the short snappy turns in the tight spots, the dampness (speed control can be a problem for me); edge grip wasn't great unless freshly tuned.
- Been looking for an All-Mountain ski, but I've been surprised by the various fat freerides and twin-tips that get marketed as great all-mountain skis nowadays. Willing to spend some money for a nice pair.
- Leading the pack of contenders (though it changes frequently): Atomic Blackeyes, Legend 8000s. Considered K2 Recons, Head Monster 78s too. From the wider category - not sure these will be versatile enough: Nordica Enforcers, Atomic Snoops. The Blizzard Magnum (#?) got amazing reviews, but seemingly more of a west coast quiver ski.
- I've seen lots of comments about most of these - especially the 8000s and Recons. The Blackeyes have my eye for a number of reasons. Do these have some forgiveness? Are they too stiff for the bumps? I've heard mixed opinions on this. Thinking 171 cm again. 165 seems tiny.
- I would appreicate any thoughts, comments, and opinions.
Cheers!
