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  1. I’d be in for a couple sets

    I’d be in for a couple sets
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    His speed is still completely incomprehensible

    His speed is still completely incomprehensible
  3. I got a reply from Cast saying that the delta is...

    I got a reply from Cast saying that the delta is the same as stock pivots… so 1mm for gripwalk? Hopefully this helps someone else out too.
  4. Sounds good, thanks! Late to the party.

    Sounds good, thanks! Late to the party.
  5. Are there still 189s left for this year?

    Are there still 189s left for this year?
  6. Anyone know if the delta is still flat with the...

    Anyone know if the delta is still flat with the new system?
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    For hands, I think the trick is burly mittens and...

    For hands, I think the trick is burly mittens and then add hot packs on extra cold days. On balance I find that taking my gloves off to fiddle with stuff then returning them to warm gloves works...
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    I have the Blades and SFB. The Blades are best...

    I have the Blades and SFB. The Blades are best used as a groomer ski (and are tons of fun) but the SFB are extremely versatile. I like them for exactly what you are describing and the carve...
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    I think it’s just what I’m used to because I’ve...

    I think it’s just what I’m used to because I’ve been on Salomon for decades. I can adapt to flatter stuff, it just feels a hair off. I also think ideal ramp/delta is probably dictated far more by...
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    Just jumping in the thread in case anyone had the...

    Just jumping in the thread in case anyone had the opposite solution: I’m a Delta Dude and would ideally shim my cast set ups.
  11. I sold my Shifts unused in favor of Cast, but I...

    I sold my Shifts unused in favor of Cast, but I think I can answer that… I’m a Salomon guy through and through. My binding of choice is STH2 and before that S91x. I’ve hated Marker since probably the...
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    Strive demo was my plan too.

    Strive demo was my plan too.
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    I have a pair of Dynastar 192cm 27m...

    I have a pair of Dynastar 192cm 27m (pre-rule-change FIS compliant) race stock skis with Look bindings and plates you can have for shipping. Probably less than 10 days total use. Three warnings: they...
  14. DPS customer service replied to my wife: ...

    DPS customer service replied to my wife:


    I’ll try to update after we get them on snow for future reference.
  15. She was having tip dive and a bad time on the JJs...

    She was having tip dive and a bad time on the JJs (whose line is something like -4.5 I think). She hasn’t skied the DPS yet.

    I edited the original post to try to clarify which skis she didn’t like...
  16. She had the headaches with the JJs in ~6 of...

    She had the headaches with the JJs in ~6 of powder over a mix of inbounds conditions including some groomed.

    The mount point is WAY back, hence my hesitation. I’d normally throw just about any...
  17. My wife purchased 158cm Foundation 112 RPs, the...

    My wife purchased 158cm Foundation 112 RPs, the ones that look like brown bananas, because she hates her marble 165cm Armada JJ UL. She describes the JJ as what I believe is catchy (one ski abruptly...
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    I’ll reach out to them and see what they have to...

    I’ll reach out to them and see what they have to say. Good looking out!
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    WTB Line Pescado

    Just seeing if anyone is holding before I try to buy a pair this off season. Looks like a fun ski.
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    That was very simple to point out but incredibly...

    That was very simple to point out but incredibly helpful, thank you.
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    I’ve wanted these for years but it’s obvious they...

    I’ve wanted these for years but it’s obvious they aren’t coming in 190s anytime soon. Is 180cm going to work for a guy that is 6’4” 185lbs?

    I currently ski 190cm Sir Francis Bacons most days and...
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    It was less jibby than I expected (note: this...

    It was less jibby than I expected (note: this coming from a Sir Francis Bacon daily skier). More composed, less playful. Damper than I prefer. Kind of reminds of the widest Jeffrey/Kartel skis. I’m...
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    I will still sleep in a car, just not to pinch a...

    I will still sleep in a car, just not to pinch a penny.
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    I recently got some Pivots/Cast and they are...

    I recently got some Pivots/Cast and they are fucking tanks. They weigh damn near as much as the Guardians they are replacing. As a STH2 13 type of guy I was surprised.
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    Bump so that maybe I save someone else money. ...

    Bump so that maybe I save someone else money.

    I love the MFI masks on cold days, the magnetic lens swap, and the included lens case. The system is solid. The issue is the goggles themselves...
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    I switched setups and feel like I’m in the...

    I switched setups and feel like I’m in the backseat now and have to counter by skiing excessively over my tips. I don’t know if I need to change my ramp, delta, or forward lean. I think the boots...
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    I have a pair of 29.5 Lange XT3 120s with about a...

    I have a pair of 29.5 Lange XT3 120s with about a weeks worth of resort skiing. Brand new liners (I used Zipfits).

    Shipping would be expensive but I’d sell them cheap. Could also meet up in the...
  28. Anyone holding 130mm heels of any flavor Pivots?...

    Anyone holding 130mm heels of any flavor Pivots? I need a new set of heels for a second Cast setup and I can’t find any decent deals on a combo of Pivot + 130 anything. I’m a wiener so even a 12 heel...
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    McCoy as a whole is very flat but I don’t think...

    McCoy as a whole is very flat but I don’t think I’ve ever seen anyone click out. It’s essentially a low angle green bowl. I’d imagine it’s a very safe feeling introduction to off-piste skiing for...
  30. Thread: Line Blade

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    I didn’t ski the Shamans but my wife did, and I...

    I didn’t ski the Shamans but my wife did, and I agree they are not even close. After handling both and watching her ski each, I wouldn’t even consider them the same class of ski.
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    If you can fluidly link some ski ballet into a...

    If you can fluidly link some ski ballet into a podium level freeride line you deserve to win. It would be pure batshit insanity to pull off on comp skis on a consequential line.
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    I loved boot boards like that in my old boots. Is...

    I loved boot boards like that in my old boots. Is there anywhere you can order them or are they dealer only?
  33. Thread: WTB:Shifts

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    I’ve got two pair of new in box 110s I’m looking...

    I’ve got two pair of new in box 110s I’m looking to move
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    I’d also mount progressive. Different ski, but...

    I’d also mount progressive. Different ski, but the Candide skis were perfect on his line.
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    I’m about to list a pair of all black asym 189cm...

    I’m about to list a pair of all black asym 189cm C&D for sale. I think they are 21 models? One day of use, one mount. Pretty damn minty. I just haven’t gotten a post up because I have a lot of gear...
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    TELL ME MORE Edit: 188cm long and 115mm wide...

    TELL ME MORE

    Edit: 188cm long and 115mm wide isn’t getting me too excited unfortunately. I found the Outline (at 186cm and 117mm) to not be really any better at deep stuff than the 190cm SFB. I...
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    WTB: Line Magnum Opus 188cm

    I’m hoping someone still has a pair of these in their basement somewhere. Would be interested in similar skis but it’s not really a crowded field: stuff like Moment Ghost Chant comes to mind. Very...
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    Joining the thread because I also love the SFB. I...

    Joining the thread because I also love the SFB. I love them so much I bought a second pair for my touring setup.

    I do disagree with the Jeffrey suggestions. They are extremely boring skis in...
  39. Thread: Line Blade

    by TexasGortex
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    I’ve also put a bunch of days on mine this year....

    I’ve also put a bunch of days on mine this year. They are just so good. Everyone should own a pair, they are the ultimate immature dad ski. Drag hips on the bunny hill, land switch off side hits,...
  40. Anyone have experience (or wild speculation)...

    Anyone have experience (or wild speculation) about how these compare to Armada ARG II UL?

    I’ve never been on a reverse/reverse ski but I’m very curious about the C132. I’m trying to replace 196cm...
  41. I’d think you’d need to change the ramp angle of...

    I’d think you’d need to change the ramp angle of your boot board as well as forward lean if trying to neutralize a change in delta. Which would change your fit. Big ass can of worms!

    Edit: I think...
  42. That seems very odd. In ~10 years of all LED use...

    That seems very odd. In ~10 years of all LED use I think I’ve burned through 2-3 (likely due to a humid bathroom environment). I have a mixture of brands. If I recall correctly Feit and Philips have...
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    Last dumb question (for now)… can you soften a...

    Last dumb question (for now)… can you soften a 130 to a 120 by removing a screw or anything? I don’t see how but it would be a nice fallback if my “friend” isn’t gnar enough.
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    Thanks! Including the 130? Both Evo and...

    Thanks! Including the 130? Both Evo and Backcountry list the 130 as PA but the 120 as PU. Atomic’s website (at least on my phone) doesn’t seem to specify unless I’m missing something. Prolite is a...
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    Will the Hawx Prime XTD also get the full PU...

    Will the Hawx Prime XTD also get the full PU treatment?
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    Hotronics moved to new boots and duct tape in my...

    Hotronics moved to new boots and duct tape in my bag.

    I don’t care how good Lange ski, I’m buying any other brand next time if I can’t get this under control!
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    How do I stop my boots from leaking? My last two...

    How do I stop my boots from leaking? My last two pairs of boots have been Lange and cold as shit. First pair XC120 with Intuition Dreamliners and the second XT3 120 with Zipfits. Both required bunion...
  48. I’m a big fan of STH2 13s despite having 4” and...

    I’m a big fan of STH2 13s despite having 4” and 30lbs on you. The only reason I even have Pivots is for a Cast.

    No experience on La Machine but I think I’m one of the only other fanboys of the...
  49. Line Blade? Longest length is 181cm but otherwise...

    Line Blade? Longest length is 181cm but otherwise seems to fit the bill.
  50. The picture in the link shows clear toe...

    The picture in the link shows clear toe adjustment marks
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