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Thread: 2-3 Ski Quiver for the PNW
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01-25-2020, 05:08 PM #51
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01-25-2020, 07:13 PM #52Registered User
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Yeah, I had been looking at the WC 108, but the weight is concerning, especially when I ski the junk we had at Alpental. The Woodsman has really got my attention now. My BGs crushed the sloppy mess before it got packed down and were still a great choice after. Man, I love those skis.
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01-25-2020, 08:21 PM #53Registered User
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01-25-2020, 11:26 PM #54
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01-26-2020, 09:06 AM #55
I have skied some iteration of both, but also about as far from each other as possible. 185 WC tour (116), and 182 Woodsman 96. Wildcat cuts a quicker turn and is more alive in tight places. Woodsman gets better the faster you ski it, prefers to be on edge and wants an aggressive engaged skier. Both work best with a balanced slightly forward stance. Not as centered as a Billy Goat or Kartel/Jeffery, but also not as 100% forward, hips lead the ski as the current Cochise.
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01-26-2020, 09:18 AM #56
Raise my hand for team BG
This year swapped in a 189 asym veneer set and I’m really happy. Slightly stiffer slightly lighter than pervious pair. I’m not getting any younger
My new tree ski that doubles as a teaching ski with Jr —- Steeple 108 184cm w/ BG layup. Skinny Billy. This is available custom fyi
Then metal 90-100 of your choice. I’m digging FX95 HP
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01-26-2020, 09:59 AM #57
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01-31-2020, 07:19 AM #58
These two serve all my maritime needs:
189/191 Billy Goat
191 Kartel
Whether I end up skiing them or not, I bring at least one of them every time I go out. Jury’s still out for me on what a third ski would be. Lots of good options. I’m really partial to the 2019 Corvus and the OG Cochise. Enough that I’d happily tour on them despite their weight. So maybe one of those as a third.
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01-31-2020, 10:57 AM #59
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01-31-2020, 11:01 AM #60
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02-01-2020, 03:28 PM #61
tl;dr
has anyone mentioned that one can FLY to a warm location for some serious joint rehabilitation for the same price as the 3rd ski in the quiver??
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02-01-2020, 03:42 PM #62Registered User
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I somehow feel like Lithic Skis should be mentioned in this conversation. We do, after all, actually ski a lot in PNW conditions and make our skis accordingly. Personally, I'm on the Cohen 118 almost daily and for really big days I break out the incredible Fletcher 124s. Oh, and the Cohen 110 for Mission ridge groomers and such.
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02-01-2020, 04:55 PM #63Registered User
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I think many of us would like to put that to the test, but, at least for me, the $950 entry point is keeping me away. Especially when I can get an ON3P for $750 or cheaper (or more expensive if you want). The designs look nice though I wish the Cohen 106 was longer than a 185. Would love to try some if you ever do some demos around Alpental.
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02-01-2020, 05:07 PM #64Registered User
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We don't actually have a Cohen 106 in our lineup. However, it's fairly easy for us to make a longer template for any of our models...just takes a simple email. Also, we understand our prices are high but we've also seen what it looks like when independent companies undersell their products and it's not pretty. Concerning demos, again, the insurance policy for having a demo tent at a resort is an absurdly high cost that can't really justify any sort of an ROI. I suppose some of you will just have to bite the bullet and spend the extra $200 if you're really interested. Or, go to Mission Ridge and demo some and give us your thoughts. We do plan on having a more expansive demo fleet next season at various reputable shops and we'll be certain to keep you all in the loop.
All the best,
Lithic
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02-01-2020, 08:39 PM #65Registered User
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Sorry, I meant the Joplin, though a 106 Cohen sounds pretty nice, too. I hope you didn't take any offense as I like what you guys are doing and have been following the threads. I know how hard it is getting pricing dialed for the value/effort involved in the product. One of these days I'll make it to Mission but it's a tough pull when Alpental is 40 minutes door to door. I'll be looking for the demos next year.
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02-02-2020, 03:11 PM #66Registered User
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Absolutely no offense taken at all. We're looking to have some demos on your side of the mountains next season and that should make it all easier. If you do ever make it Mission be sure to reach out and we'll bring as many of our personal quiver as we can for you to get out on.
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