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07-20-2016, 03:32 PM #51
Thanks for the clarification, auvgeek. Definitely some turns to be made together when there's snow on the ground.
I also edited my post above about skier stance. Looking further into their site, I see that the Throwdowns are center mounted.
My CD 102's (one gen. newer than Lindahl's, I believe) definitely need to be driven with the front of the boot.
Bottom line ... check in here with folks who have model specific experience about their attributes (doh!).
Cheers,
ThomLast edited by galibier_numero_un; 07-21-2016 at 03:20 PM.
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07-21-2016, 01:38 PM #52
Geo, I noticed the LD102 gained some weight over the YW8. Wondering what changed and why? Is it closer in performance to the older CD102?
I have both the old CD4(CD102) and the CD102L(YW8).
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07-22-2016, 01:52 AM #53Registered User
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I feel like I'm way late to the Down party, but the LowDown 102's seem perfect for a quiver of one touring ski. Count me in for a pair of 179 LowDown 102's with the pre-cut Contour skins (if there's a choice, I'd want the 70% Mohair/30% Nylon).
Thank you for organizing!
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07-22-2016, 11:05 AM #54Registered User
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Excellent. We're now at 10 including the maybe's (and the 70/30 Mohair/Nylon is what they ship).
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07-22-2016, 11:56 AM #55simen@downskis.com DOWN SKIS
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07-22-2016, 12:00 PM #56simen@downskis.com DOWN SKIS
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07-22-2016, 12:16 PM #57
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07-22-2016, 12:25 PM #58simen@downskis.com DOWN SKIS
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07-22-2016, 03:59 PM #59Registered User
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Hey thanks. Backyard pics are just fine by me! I hate to bother you again, but I'd love to see full length shots of the topsheets and rocker. Really helps me understand how much rocker, taper, etc there is if I can see the full ski in one shot. I realize you have detailed specs on the site, but it's still hard for me to visualize...even though I'm an engineer. And while we're at it, can you tell me what the flex is like? That button is broken on your site for the LD90. Also: You used to break the turn radius down into tip/mid/tail for the Countdowns. Do you still do that? If so, can I ask what it is for the LD90?
These seem to check a lot of boxes for my spring-touring ski, but I wasn't a huge fan of the CD102s (though the construction and "feel" were top notch). If it's too much work to post more pics and answer my detailed questions, that's fine—I'll just ask adrenalated if I can fondle his pair this winter."Alpine rock and steep, deep powder are what I seek, and I will always find solace there." - Bean Bowers
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07-22-2016, 04:33 PM #60
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07-22-2016, 05:14 PM #61Registered User
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"Alpine rock and steep, deep powder are what I seek, and I will always find solace there." - Bean Bowers
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07-22-2016, 05:50 PM #62
haha that meme holds a solid resemblance
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07-22-2016, 11:07 PM #63Registered User
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07-23-2016, 01:27 AM #64
The LD 90 has a 29m, normal radial sidecut.
Of the current line, only the SD 105 and LD 102 have the more complex radial/elliptical sidecut of the cd3/cd102/102L/yw8. The reasoning being that a lighter touring ski with less pow focus should offer a bit more support in the tail and a more "normal" skiing feel.
The TD 105 and 125 have elliptical sidecuts, ie shorter at the tip and tail.
In the tip, the LD 90 is tapered for the last 212mm, while the tip is 260mm long. it has 1443mm of sidecut and the tail lifts for the last 154mm. the cambered section is 1347mm long.
Geo will have to supply pics. I have no production skis at hand.simen@downskis.com DOWN SKIS
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07-23-2016, 06:32 AM #65
As requested. I just got back from the factory and 3 things. 1) specs will be spot on. Our new place is on and I cannot be more happy. You will be stoked. 2) flex is medium stiff on the ld series. 3)camber in pic is a little much and we made the adjustment. Will be to spec and shorter in length. FYI in the pic you get a little optical illusion with the rolled edge on the sidewall. Makes it look like the camber is longer.
Thanks again mags for the support and contact me anytime. G#1 goal this year......stay alive +
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07-23-2016, 10:12 AM #66Registered User
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Perfect!
And Geo—thanks so much! The new LD102 rocker looks much better than that of the CD102 I owned. The LD90 looks great, too.
Need to look at my finances before committing, but this is the first spring touring ski I've been stoked on since the PM Gear 179 Bro (which I was dumb enough not to purchase)."Alpine rock and steep, deep powder are what I seek, and I will always find solace there." - Bean Bowers
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07-23-2016, 10:24 AM #67#1 goal this year......stay alive +
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07-23-2016, 10:33 AM #68#1 goal this year......stay alive +
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07-23-2016, 11:00 AM #69
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07-23-2016, 11:12 AM #70
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07-23-2016, 11:33 AM #71simen@downskis.com DOWN SKIS
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07-23-2016, 11:41 AM #72
This pair 1939g to be exact for the dorks
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07-23-2016, 05:15 PM #73Registered User
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07-23-2016, 05:39 PM #74
Wish I had an excuse to order a pair...the lowdown series looks great! Build quality on my 102s was excellent, and it sounds like it's even better now.
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07-24-2016, 06:19 AM #75
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