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11-19-2017, 03:20 PM #51Registered User
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I agree but sadly it’s not industry standard. We’re constantly surprised at what we see, process-wise, around the industry. I won’t say names but it’s out there and it bums us out because those weaknesses in a ski unfortunately make all indie brands look bad.
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11-19-2017, 03:22 PM #52Registered User
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Thanks riff for being a rad dude and supporter! Let’s shred soon.
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11-19-2017, 03:25 PM #53Registered User
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We were initially inspired by anti-establishment folk scene for our naming theme. Can you guess who the Hill is named after? Also, if you’ve got any music/name suggestions along those lines we’re all ears.
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11-19-2017, 03:42 PM #54
Not gonna lie, I am really diggin the vibe I'm getting here, seems like there's an ongoing theme coming from these cats.... rhymes with "let's go skee"
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11-19-2017, 03:57 PM #55Something about the wrinkle in your forehead tells me there's a fit about to get thrown
And I never hear a single word you say when you tell me not to have my fun
It's the same old shit that I ain't gonna take off anyone.
and I never had a shortage of people tryin' to warn me about the dangers I pose to myself.
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11-19-2017, 04:08 PM #56Johnny Poppinoffastuff
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11-19-2017, 04:42 PM #57Registered User
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Dude, you got it!
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11-19-2017, 04:48 PM #58Registered User
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11-19-2017, 05:04 PM #59
Whats up with Lithic Skis?
Crossed my mind as well, love to support these cats and try out what seems to be quite the product but with all of the amazing options Keith is doling out for half off.... yeah, gonna be tuff. But jeez, these look and sound like some great sticks from what sounds like some really good peeps for sure, that and the Guthrie and Cohen are getting me all chubbed up.
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11-19-2017, 09:46 PM #60Banned
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Whats up with Lithic Skis?
I dont doubt they can rip. I am just a big guy, and I like some weight to my skis, and dont wanna be left out! 1900g/ski is too light for me inbounds, for sure.. however, I will definitely grab a pair from these guys, and try them out, before I say anything else about weight. They seem legit AF, and worth a try for me.
If Leavenworth Skier says they are legit, than that means they are Legit!!
I feel like they are doing everything right, I just want that “beefiness” in a ski when I spend my $$. Communication is a key point, and it seems like they have that point down pact. I am just communicating my needs to them here, since I am a fatty..
I agree, stiffer is always better for my fat ass. Heavy AND super stiff is Win/Win for me. I was skiing on my HEAD Monsters today and having a blast, just wish they were a bit “looser”. They are planks, and weigh a ton!
I absolutely love On3p’s Bamboo and Carbon cores though, they are my favorite by far. I guess different strokes for different folks. I never found On3ps “soft” though. They are uber damp for non-metal, and “soft” enough to mess around with. Best of both worlds. They arent soft like a K2 or Line ski though.
I dont doubt you guys can make a performance ski without bamboo/carbon though, and I look forward to trying some of your beefier sticks. If you can get a 110mm waist ski closer to 2200g/ski, I will definitely jump on board. Moment skis are super stable, and usually dont weigh as much as On3p.. closer to 2200g versus 2500g.. it’s just 1900g/ski is light!
I promise, I wont speak any more about weight until I actually get on your specific core layup and try it on for size. Just trying to communicate here.. weight is good for inbounds!
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11-19-2017, 10:12 PM #61
You've already got your own "pro model" at ON3P. Chill out, aevergreene.
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11-19-2017, 10:17 PM #62Banned
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Whats up with Lithic Skis?
Aeverflex 4 life
I am not trying to be a douchebag here.. I buy certain skis, and just like certain things at retail $$.
Do you Lithic...dont listen to my Jive.
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11-19-2017, 11:46 PM #65Banned
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They’re all laughing at me, not with me..
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11-20-2017, 12:28 AM #66Registered User
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Thanks for that Leavenworth Skier...you obviously know how we ski and how we think about ski-making but your tgr-forum-language-translation is ridiculously helpful!
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11-20-2017, 12:43 AM #67Registered User
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Yeah man, we've seen firsthand how that super-rad pricing structure/business model shakes out in the end.
Trust me, I've been there (am there?); I've been in tough shape, financially, and can relate to wanting an incredible product for a really good price but the reality of it is simply not a sustainable model. We put the best materials into our skis so that they perform the best. We don't build inventory so that we can better honor the hardwoods we're cutting down to make play sticks that won't get sold in a fire-sale in March after a shitty weather winter. While we're certainly learning how to navigate all of these tricky dynamics, one thing we've been committed to since the beginning is making great skis without unnecessary waste and our current model is the best we've come up with.
What we do want to do is offer some sort of mag discount code but it won't be a crazy Praxis-style discount...mostly we just want to show our appreciation and thanks. You all should come up with the discount code name.
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11-20-2017, 12:50 AM #68Registered User
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Honestly, it's great to hear feedback that's not from my wife (she's the most difficult 80-day-a-year-skier to make skis for), and other friendly homies who may not give us the most sincere feedback. We're all ears, except about making that H20 ski again...that's a tough one. Paul and I have a certain style of skis we gravitate towards and it can be difficult to break out of those boxes sometimes. However, I'm headed to Japan in January for my much-delayed honeymoon and will me making a 'skunk works' stubby pow ski for that trip that I'll keep everyone in the loop on...it's gonna be rad!
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11-20-2017, 12:57 AM #69Registered User
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Thanks, I'm not sure how long I can keep this pace going since tomorrow at Stevens is gonna be pow and we'll be working throughout the rainy week in the shop but I'll do my best to keep up. There will definitely be a negative correlation between snow totals and how frequently I respond to everyone. Although, genuinely, it's been incredibly gratifying to see how stoked folks are about us...thanks all!
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11-20-2017, 01:22 AM #70Registered User
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11-20-2017, 07:09 PM #72Registered User
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Thanks for the sticker...leavenworth skier walked a full 30 feet to our shop for his shop to drop it off. We’ll display it proudly after we’ve attend this year’s BBI so we won’t feel like imitators.
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11-20-2017, 07:22 PM #73
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11-21-2017, 11:00 AM #74
OK, as a long time Praxis and ON3P fanboi, you have my attention...
A few specs I'd like to see on the skis (all skis, in general).
-mount point
-sidecut length/taper points
-rocker lengths
I know that's a lot of information to be putting out there publicly, but given that someone like me in CO has to buy sight unseen, that stuff is really helpful to help me determine if it's likely that I'll enjoy the shape or not.
In particular I'd be real interested on weights and recommended mount points of the 187cm Ramblin' Jack 108 and 190cm Hill 120 with the backcountry core, as well as actual pics of the rocker/camber profile if possible.
Thanks!
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11-21-2017, 11:24 AM #75Registered User
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