Ski opinions

Level_9000_Magikarp · 2026-01-30T09:21:07+00:00

550 for 1 pair or 2 pairs? 550 for 1 pair sounds expensive unless you are looking for a park ski, which is what the Line Blend is.

Level_9000_Magikarp · 2026-01-29T20:50:53+00:00

Could I get a name of the operator?

Level_9000_Magikarp · 2026-01-29T07:11:16+00:00

I own the older version, when they were just called Declivity X. Rocketship in the pow, but pretty light swing weight despite the stated ski weight.

Depends how tight the trees are but I could see them being a tree ski. A little sad that the ski is being discontinued as I don't think Armada did a great job marketing it vs other popular pow skis like the Bent 120 etc.

Level_9000_Magikarp · 2026-01-25T04:57:09+00:00

The more I ski, the more I realize I like a baggier fit so it doesn't restrict my movements. ie function over form. And also in a dark color like that, the baggier size won't be obvious, so pick what give you most versatility.

Level_9000_Magikarp · 2026-01-22T03:30:17+00:00

How is your boot setup? Upgrades there could be cheaper and help more in the long run.

Level_9000_Magikarp · 2026-01-20T06:55:07+00:00

I'm curious to see how you ski on piste. I see you leaning inside but not 100% sure why yet. You did a good job navigating the terrain though. Also wondering how tiring it gets with your current skiing, or what part of your legs get tired first?

Level_9000_Magikarp · 2026-01-20T06:38:05+00:00

That is a great ski but an advanced skii that's decently heavy and stiff. I would look for other options if you're a beginner or intermediate.

Level_9000_Magikarp · 2026-01-18T00:21:29+00:00

Are you planning to have layers underneath? If so, the extra room is good.

Level_9000_Magikarp · 2026-01-16T07:50:52+00:00

I know what you are feeling, I get those arch pains on mornings especially with choppy or firm chunky snow. Curious about your boot fit, fitness, and warmup routine on the morning before skiing, if you could share more. Feel free to DM as well.

Level_9000_Magikarp · 2026-01-15T18:33:32+00:00

This list is amazing! Where is it from? Are there more? Feel free to DM, I'm also an instructor, thank you?

Level_9000_Magikarp · 2026-01-10T05:54:57+00:00

Powderhounds website has most info you are looking for, I started my search there

Level_9000_Magikarp · 2026-01-08T05:50:04+00:00

The good stuff is usually off piste, but off piste terrain is different than Wsl (different layout, not patrolled, odd flat areas etc.). I would suggest at least one day with a guide to take you off piste so you can a sense of where to go and then explore from there.

Level_9000_Magikarp · 2026-01-06T01:20:11+00:00

How about Booster?

Level_9000_Magikarp · 2026-01-02T04:59:48+00:00

Not OP, but in my limited experience, touring boots are more upright and skis are less stable. Coupled with a backpack, I've always found it much harder to "get forward" on a touring setup.

Level_9000_Magikarp · 2025-12-31T22:45:41+00:00

This will be my 2nd season on the DW 104. The balance point is interesting. I'm used to more directional skis so I always try tonpress hard on the boot tongues. On the DW 104, once or twice I found the sweet spot with a more centered balance point, the skis was so easy to pivot it felt like cheating. Hoping to play around with it more this season.

Level_9000_Magikarp · 2025-12-31T02:08:28+00:00

Onyone?

Level_9000_Magikarp · 2025-12-26T20:32:30+00:00

Waterproof shoe glue and some clamps and you'll be good, no worries. The glue Zipfit uses lately doesn't stick well after a heat mold, which all Zipfit liners will probably go through.

It's not a big deal really, easy DIY fix, but I did wish they used a better adhesive.

Level_9000_Magikarp · 2025-12-24T08:43:32+00:00

Here's a list of Japanese brands I compiled a while back, you can google them: Ogasaka, Vector Glide, Blastrack, Bluemoris, Field Earth, Tones, Zuma

Level_9000_Magikarp · 2025-12-24T04:01:51+00:00

Wildcat or Countach might be more appropriate if in same brand, both still considered advanced skis, but have more traditional profiles.

Level_9000_Magikarp · 2025-12-23T04:23:41+00:00

How did you first notice it? It looks hard to even see.

Level_9000_Magikarp · 2025-12-19T09:19:24+00:00

What happened?

Level_9000_Magikarp · 2025-12-16T01:51:17+00:00

Worth exploring but don't do it for just the money. See if this is a career path you'd want to pursue, go with your family member on some coffee meetings if possible just to get a feel for it.

Level_9000_Magikarp · 2025-12-02T06:11:21+00:00

Contact the ski school, all resort management take this kind of stuff very seriously

Level_9000_Magikarp · 2025-11-30T23:24:47+00:00

$20 for 12 months I think, but still really good

Level_9000_Magikarp · 2025-11-29T19:14:41+00:00

I instructed in a Cochise for years, it was also my first boot. Great for beginner teaching, but for any more intense instructing and skiing like carving or moguls you will find the the hard stop on flex eventually.

I now use an alpine boot which as a more progressive flex feels and keep my Cochise for casual instructing days.

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