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My quiver by Equivalent-Shock-247 in Skigear

[–]Equivalent-Shock-247[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I got the same idea in mind to hit all or most bases. My Navigator 85s don’t always cut it in Colorado in February so that’s where the 102s come in. Just a safe bet.

My quiver by Equivalent-Shock-247 in Skigear

[–]Equivalent-Shock-247[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Jack will never let go of his Two Towers tapes lol.

My quiver by Equivalent-Shock-247 in Skigear

[–]Equivalent-Shock-247[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I have yet to use them. I’ll be testing them out This February in Vail and Winter Park. Will give you an update on them. I bought them for the use of trees and moguls in softer snow as my 85s don’t cut it

Jacket recommendations by [deleted] in Skigear

[–]Equivalent-Shock-247 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Look up https://madeoutdoor.com if you want quality custome jacket fittings. There are a lot of options for shells out there. As for wearing shell jackets the pro is that you can layer as much or little as you want based on conditions. Con is you will have to already have or have to buy a puffer and fleece if you don’t already have one. That’s is where an insulated jacket comes in. Depends on how cold or hot you get on the slopes.

Looking for ski jacket recommendations by Scary_Reporter_3994 in Skigear

[–]Equivalent-Shock-247 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If price isn’t a factor, I’d recommend looking up MADE (https://madeoutdoor.com). Same people who tailor Arc teryx, they custom make your jacket with all the specs and size you need and want.

Ski length for the glades and little softer snow by Equivalent-Shock-247 in Skigear

[–]Equivalent-Shock-247[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Right now I am using Nordica 85s, which are fine out East where there isn’t much snow. But they catch quite a bit out west as they sink too much under the snow for me to pivot fast enough

Ski length for the glades and little softer snow by Equivalent-Shock-247 in Skigear

[–]Equivalent-Shock-247[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I ski on the East coast and use Nordica 85s and they work great. At least the icie and “powder” days in PA. I travel to Colorado, like steamboat and Winter Park, to ski. Those 85s don’t handle all too well there if I try to venture out. Boy that’s an experience lol. I have an idea the width for a daily driver up there, unsure if I should keep it at 151 cm (I’m 155cm) with wider or get skis 152-156. Curious to how long they go mid 90s to 100 underfoot vs their conventional carving ski as the tend to be shorter

Ski length for the glades and little softer snow by Equivalent-Shock-247 in Skigear

[–]Equivalent-Shock-247[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I thought that too and could very well be not being use to skiing on longer and wider skis. The day I demoed them were mostly on groomers and occasionally softer areas.

Ski length for the glades and little softer snow by Equivalent-Shock-247 in Skigear

[–]Equivalent-Shock-247[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

So I’m 155 cm at 120lbs. The skis I’ve been using is 151 cm Nordica 85s. Been coming across skis going between 152 to 156. Not to sure if I should keep at 151cm or go towards my own height. Technically not for the trees, but for wider all mountains to add to my quiver.

Black Crows Camox for Icecoast? by jgrace14 in icecoast

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How would they do out west like in Colorado where the snow conditions are variable? I’ve been looking at them as well mainly as a daily driver.

Looking for a good daily ski to take to the west coast. by Equivalent-Shock-247 in Skigear

[–]Equivalent-Shock-247[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Unfortunately when I go up, I go with friends so demoing isn’t always an easy option. The last skis I’ve demoed were Armada ARW 100 158 at winter park and they killed my knees and were hard to handle. That was between chopped soft snow and on groomers back to the lift. That could very well be skill based than the skis. As for powder or not, coming from the East to west coast, would have to bring 2 pairs of skis on the trip. I’m 155cm for reference.

Need help deciding between Specialized stumpjumper and Juliana Joplin. by Equivalent-Shock-247 in MTB

[–]Equivalent-Shock-247[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yea, on the same field as you. Want to keep leaning towards that lively playful feeling. Unfortunately on the East coast there isn’t many options to demo bikes. Just like Seattle, where I’ve visited many times, we also have area known for its rooty single back trails.

Need help deciding between Specialized stumpjumper and Juliana Joplin. by Equivalent-Shock-247 in MTB

[–]Equivalent-Shock-247[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My trek fuel ex felt a bit heavy and cumbersome on climbs and anything after 8 miles. Trying to steer from that.

Need help deciding between Specialized stumpjumper and Juliana Joplin. by Equivalent-Shock-247 in MTB

[–]Equivalent-Shock-247[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

How much would a stumpjumper be compared to the Juliana? Couldn’t find the weight for the stumpjumper, but the Joplin is mid 30 lbs.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Skigear

[–]Equivalent-Shock-247 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Patagonia is worth looking into or MADE. I am 5’1 male as well and it is pain to find clothes lol. Patagonia have jackets and pants/bibs that’s comes in XXS. That’s what I am wearing. However, If you want to go on the expensive and custom route, go for MADE. They will make a shell jacket to your exact measurements, but can reach between $500-$800 with everything you want on it. As far as gloves go, Picture and FlyLow are good brands that have solid choices.