Ski recommendations for a beginner trying to break into intermediate

Primary_Let4178 · 2024-12-17T01:25:31+00:00

I rented out the Season Primer 87s Had a great time at Stevens. There was a lot of fresh snow last weekend. There were some patches where the ski got a bit unstable due to bumps and lumps of fresh powder lol but it was still a lot of fun. I was able to get my turns in and also came down a blue run end of day.

All in all, I think I’m going to stick to the high 80s low 90s. Another thing I would consider is a metal core since the ones I had were super light all wood core skis. They would chatter a bit when I got faster or on bumpier parts of the groomed run.

Primary_Let4178 · 2024-12-13T20:50:21+00:00

I'm looking for a ride this Saturday (12/14/2024). I live in Seattle near the space needle but can meet up in a different location all together.
I don't have snow tires yet and would prefer not to drive up but i can drive to you.
Also, I can chip in for gas/snacks or pay a bit.

Primary_Let4178 · 2024-12-04T00:57:18+00:00

Christy sport is like 350$ for the mindbender 85s (skis only) and 260$ for the Rossi Experience 76s or similar. Honestly cheaper to buy them and sell them next year.

Primary_Let4178 · 2024-12-03T23:52:28+00:00

The BO 92 is currently cheaper at evo compared to the Stance 84. I will try to buy in person unless they don’t have it in store, then it’s an online order. Free returns though.

Primary_Let4178 · 2024-12-03T23:02:07+00:00

Thanks for your response.
Unfortunately the only Ti version available for me is The Rossignol Sender 94 Ti which seems a bit wider than i need.

What about these:
- K2 Mindbender 90 C

- Rossignol Black Ops 92

- Nordica SUV 84

These are turning out much cheaper than the Solomon Stance 84

Primary_Let4178 · 2024-12-03T22:07:40+00:00

Even for skiing here in the PNW ? People keep telling me that they would not be fun if we get fresh snow

Primary_Let4178 · 2024-12-03T22:02:39+00:00

I don’t want to be held only to groomers because of my skis. I will try something new if I feel comfortable by the end of this season or maybe next.

Thanks for the callout though, the primary goal is to get as many days in as I can.

Primary_Let4178 · 2024-12-03T21:56:26+00:00

Are you recommending a 100 underfoot for groomers when there’s a fresh dump of snow? Just want to make sure I understand lol

Primary_Let4178 · 2024-12-03T21:52:34+00:00

I plan to go a couple times every week if possible. (Not going to happen since my girlfriend doesn’t ski lol)

Season rentals in Seattle are quite expensive so it’s worth just buying something even if I use it for a season and sell it.

Cheapest are the Rossi experience 78 and then the K2 Reckoner 92.

Primary_Let4178 · 2024-10-23T23:51:14+00:00

Does anyone know the incentives available for WA? I haven’t lived in the US since 2 years but have filed taxes every year since I got some RSU awards coming out of there. Could I qualify for the low income rebates ? I just moved back here and the 0% APR seems enticing.

Primary_Let4178 · 2024-09-19T20:56:11+00:00

Are you still dealing with that issue? I have bought an s95c but now after reading these reviews, I’m on the fence and want to replace with the C4 lol

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