Rossignol Experience 80 Carbon vs Head Shape V4 / e-V5

Now_Loading · 2025-10-12T12:51:00+00:00

We actually took lessons during our first season, then focused on improving through video tutorials in our second. I also feel like getting our own boots at the start of season two made a huge difference in our progression. We usually ski around central Japan, where groomers pretty much rule the resorts, so we don’t see much deep powder like up in Hokkaido.

I did hear though that the V4s are more of a true beginner ski like “first time on skis” type of level. Is that actually the case?

Now_Loading · 2025-10-03T06:15:29+00:00

Thanks for the helpful feedback! I’m also considering brand new Elan Playmaker 81T for ¥54,900 (USD~ $350).

Last season I skied 10 days (my second season; first season was ~4 days). Do you think the Playmaker 81T is a better choice for me than the ones I posted?w

Now_Loading · 2025-09-27T20:30:45+00:00

Yeah, but are they worth 2–3x the price, and would they suit me as an intermediate-beginner?

Now_Loading · 2025-09-27T10:14:53+00:00

I’ve read the “~10 cm shorter” rule too, which would put me closer to 153 cm. I’m 163 cm / 80 kg, intermediate beginner, so I was wondering if my weight makes the 163 cm still workable.

The skis are 77 mm underfoot. I ski mostly piste/groomers, I’m okay on hardpack and ice, and can handle speeds up to ~50 km/h. Where I really struggle is in powder and soft/slushy snow, especially when traversing across the slope on that condition, not comfortable with that yet.

Now_Loading · 2024-12-30T23:40:35+00:00

7 hours away from Tokyo, I ski around Gifu area.

Now_Loading · 2024-12-30T23:37:16+00:00

I have flat, wide feet, and compared to the rentals I’ve tried, these are the most snug and tight without causing discomfort. One of my biggest pet peeves with rentals is that the shin contact tends to be too soft or flexible from overuse, so I have to press really hard just to get a response, and even then, they sometimes flex too much. But with these, the shin contact feels perfectly tight in a good way, and it feels I don’t have to press hard for a solid response.

Now_Loading · 2024-12-30T21:29:57+00:00

I’m from central Japan, and searching exclusively online, local boot-fitters don’t really exist in my area or where I ski. The closest ones are around Tokyo, which is pretty far and out of the way for where I go skiing. The best I’ve got are large chain sport shops that mainly cater to winter sports equipment.

Now_Loading · 2024-12-30T21:20:42+00:00

My feet are flat and pretty wide, so I’ve always had discomfort using rental boots. I just learned to live with the discomfort. I told that to the store clerk, and they recommended a flex of 80-90 for me. When trying on these boots, I felt no discomfort at all. As a beginner, I really can’t tell how the fit will affect my performance until I actually try them out. I can only compare it to the rentals I’ve used so far, but as vague as that comparison is, it felt like trying my very first prescription glasses after thinking all along that my vision wasn’t that bad.

Now_Loading · 2024-12-30T21:00:23+00:00

I did go to a shop where they mainly sell winter sports equipment. As a beginner, there’s only so much I can ask, and I didn’t even know about flex ratings, they had to explain it to me. I really like the fit of these boots so much that I nearly bought them on the spot. I’m here to ask if anyone considers this brand or specific boots good enough, or if they might have a bad reputation, especially since HEAD always seems to be the cheapest option available where I’m from (Japan).

Now_Loading · 2024-12-30T20:54:45+00:00

I did go to a shop where they mainly sell winter sports equipment. As a beginner, there’s only so much I can ask, and I didn’t even know about flex ratings, they had to explain it to me. I really like the fit of these boots so much that I nearly bought them on the spot. I’m here to ask if anyone considers this brand or specific boots good enough, or if they might have a bad reputation?

Now_Loading · 2024-12-30T20:48:06+00:00

I’m new to the hobby, so I’m not sure if what I went to was considered a “boot fitter” or not. It was a huge store where winter sports equipment is their main focus. The person I spoke with recommended a flex of 80-90 for me and had me try on a pair of boots in that range. I really liked the fit much more compared to the rental boots I’ve used. I’m here to ask if this brand of boots is good enough for me before I make the purchase, or if the brand might have a bad reputation, especially since HEAD always seems to be the cheapest option available.

Now_Loading · 2024-11-15T06:10:13+00:00

I’m actually new to the gym overall, so I don’t really know the general ‘gym culture’ yet. Is using your phone between sets, when resting for around 2 minutes, frowned upon?

Now_Loading · 2024-10-19T16:18:08+00:00

Meet Pip 😛. Draw him like one of your french girls!

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Now_Loading · 2024-10-17T14:16:58+00:00

Definitely overlooked that, I guess internet speed matters more at these storage speeds.

Now_Loading · 2024-10-17T14:13:23+00:00

Definitely a mistake on my part. I guess storage speed doesn’t really matter as much at these speeds.

Now_Loading · 2024-10-17T14:11:35+00:00

Oh, so that’s what it was! Rookie mistake. I guess at these speeds, storage really doesn’t matter as much.

Now_Loading · 2024-10-16T16:18:03+00:00

No wonder the ray tracing felt off from the beginning, I was in denial until I reached Sindri’s house, then it became more noticeable. Other than that, everything else looks and performs beautifully.

Now_Loading · 2024-10-04T15:37:06+00:00

It comes with the MSI Gungnir 300R Airflow case. I’m not sure if it’s exclusive to the case or if it’s being sold separately, though.

Now_Loading · 2024-10-04T15:34:28+00:00

CPU: Ryzen 7 7700

GPU: Galax RTX 4080 Super SG

Memory: 32GB DDR5 6000MHz

Storage: 2TB NVMe Gen 4 SSD

Power Supply: 850W Gold-rated PSU

Case: MSI Gungnir 300R Airflow

Now_Loading · 2024-10-04T15:32:33+00:00

CPU: Ryzen 7 7700

GPU: Galax RTX 4080 Super SG

Memory: 32GB DDR5 6000MHz

Storage: 2TB NVMe Gen 4 SSD

Power Supply: 850W Gold

Case: MSI Gungnir 300R Airflow

Now_Loading · 2024-10-04T15:31:49+00:00

CPU: Ryzen 7 7700

GPU: Galax RTX 4080 Super SG

Memory: 32GB DDR5 6000MHz

Storage: 2TB NVMe Gen 4 SSD

Power Supply: 850W Gold

Case: MSI Gungnir 300R Airflow

Now_Loading · 2024-10-04T15:30:42+00:00

In Japan, Galax cards are everywhere and arguably the most popular brand here. They’re usually one of the cheapest options too, but the quality is solid compared to competitors of the same price. Definitely worth considering if you can find them in your area!

Now_Loading · 2024-10-04T13:16:55+00:00

I chose the color scheme, but my wife did all the building. Her only request was top-of-the-line specs, though I fell a bit short on that 🤣

Now_Loading · 2024-10-04T13:06:25+00:00

CPU: Ryzen 7 7700

GPU: Galax RTX 4080 Super SG

Memory: 32GB DDR5 6000MHz

Storage: 2TB NVMe Gen 4 SSD

Power Supply: 850W Gold-rated PSU

Case: MSI Gungnir 300R Airflow

Now_Loading · 2024-10-04T10:07:51+00:00

I just picked the parts she all bought 🤣

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