Showing posts with label ski carving. Show all posts
Showing posts with label ski carving. Show all posts

31.1.09

SALOMON X-WING 10

Salomon X-Wing 10

Brought to us by the same company that introduced the Fury, Tornado, and Hurricane series, the Salomon X-Wing 10’s main point is all about versatility. Setting its goal similar with its cousins, the X-Wing 10 delivers excellence through its flexibility and lightweight.


Light and fast, the X-Wing 10 is one of the most versatile skis in the market. Any skier can maneuver through different mountainous terrain like thick snow or rugged slopes. It may not be used as a tool for ultimate speed as other skiers can advise that speed is the tool. But, they’re probably wrong.


The X-Wing 10 may not be the fastest in the market but it sure gives intermediate skiers the chance to practice and improve more on their skill thanks to the X-Wing 10’s versatility and soon, competitors will find out the reason why they lost. Being lightweight, the X-Wing 10 does not need extra exertion of effort thus channeling more power on control and maneuver to perfection as the X-Wing 10 promises to deliver.

Buoyant, swift, lenient, and resourceful, the Salomon X-Wing 10 offer a lot than what it seemingly does. Having a reasonable price with great quality, the Salomon X-Wing 10 might become a tough competitor.

6.1.09

ARMADA ARW WOMENS SKI

Armada ARW Womens Ski

The premier park skis are designed by Armada for the all-mountain female skiers. The ARW womens skis are built for women to conquer hand rails of the park and hard landings. At the same time, they also provide an incredibly stable and smooth turn no matter at what speed you are handling your all-mounting skiing.


From fresh powder to bare ice, the laminate and generous side-cut construction of the ARW makes them a great stage for even the extremely demanding mountain skiers.


By making use of AR Core two, the Armada has reduced the overall weight as well as the swing weight that effectively suit the women specific designing characteristics. The Armada ARW womens ski takes women in a serious manner and with this in view; these skis are just perfect to be used by women of all ages, builds and skiing skills. The ABS construction of the skis provides unparalleled edge hold, core protection and added stability, thereby ensuring safety, comfort and protection of the skier.


Armada has used the S7 base which is the toughest material for a ski and the best thing is that it requires no or minimum maintenance. The impact edge 2.5 is extremely durable and it helps in resisting breaking and tearing from rock, rail and any other type of abuse.


The ski dimensions are 161cm 113-81-103mm or 166cm 114-82-104mm, the binding system is ski only, the waist width is 81 to 32 mm and the dimensions of the skis may vary. As specially designed for women, the ARW skis are made with AR Core 2 due to which both overall weight and swing weight is reduced so that they are made as per the design characteristics specific to women. Some of the major features of these skis include unmatched pop, versatility and durability.

22.12.08

STOCKLI SNAKE CORAL

Stockli Snake Coral

The Stockli Snake Coral ski is best suited for freestyle down the mountain slopes. Just choose among the lengths of 166 cm, 177 cm, or 188 cm for a perfect ski with a smooth ride that is easy to handle.


It's specially good on park and powder trails with its twin tips. The radius for the 166 cm is 18.2 and for the 177 cm ski is 21.2. If you are comfortable with the 188 cm, the radius is 24.2. The sidecuts are at 122, 88, and 111 along the tip, waist, and tail respectively.


These measurements of the ski allow you to carve in almost any type of snow. The ski carving is smooth and snappy edge to edge. They respond well to maneuvers and you can have a blast on a groomed red or blue with fresh edges.


These skis are light and you can feel the pop off on the trails. They glide on the powder well and floated better. They are easy to push, more so when you are on the fronts to get them to perform. If you are a beginner or a mid level skier, you will find these skis can take you to the next level and enhance your skiing experience.


You should try out a pair of these skis before selecting one to buy, as you will be able to judge for yourself the right length you require. These skis will let you carve out the snow to your hearts content and yet, you can be sure of feeling in control every time you go down the slope.