Whats your thoughts? The surprising part of the ski, though, is the amount of energy and snap that it generates underfoot and through the tail. I don't want some chattery noodles when going fast but I also don't want lifeless sticks that will leave something to be desired for off-piste runs. Thanks, Hi Brian! Dennis Ranalter calls it "the perfect all-rounder". I don't think you're too big for the 181 cm length by any means, but if you really felt like the 181 cm 106 felt short, you could size up. 5'10" 185lb Have fun! Their blend of Graphene, Koroyd, carbon, and karuba wood results in a ski that is not only unique in its construction, but also impressively stiff for how light it is. Also, if you like bright orange bases that reflect in the snow, youre in luck. Using Salomons construction techniques involving their Metal Twin Frame, these skis benefit from two sheets of titanal, with windows open in the forebody and the tail. Firstly, thanks for all the reviews, they have been really great and helped me narrow down my search A LOT for a new pair of skis. For a true 100, check out Atomic Backland 100--fantastically light and energetic, leaning more to the A/T side of the spectrum. Two of my favorite skis from last year. This construction is similar to what we see in race skis. Preference: Finally, theres preference. No longer is the Bent Chetler brand synonymous only with playful powder skis, the whole Bent lineup is welcome anywhere on the mountain there's room for a freestyle mindset. The Rustler is stiff underfoot but has more accessible tips and tails. Great stability, good float, and awesome versatility. The Enforcer 100 starts to feel like a ski with more of an even mix of performance characteristics for different terrain than some of the skis we talked about above, but the important thing to remember with this ski is it still uses two sheets of metal. This has led me to start looking for something else. Definitely keep that Rustler 10 at the top of your list. Have you read the Blister Gear Review on each one yet? Tried some Kore 99's the next day, much better ski for me in the chop but not as agile in tight spots as I might like. If youre looking for more flotation, the RP shaping versions of these skis are better choices, but for a more business-like personality, these Pagoda Piste 100 C2s have a whole lot to offer. The two models aren't close at all. It would help your progress in moguls and trees, so if you wanted to focus more on that progression than firm snow, you could pick up a Kore. Built with a blend of poplar and beech wood stringers, these skis have power to start with. Does that make sense? or Best Offer. The Enforcer is a stiff, directional, freeride ski. Currently on 181cm Blizzard Bonifides 2015 edition. IN the 92, I'd go 185--just nice to know that you're not leaving any performance on the table. That said, the K2 Pinnacle 95 and the Rustler 9 are simply narrower versions of the 105 and the 10, so that's worth a look as well. Last weekend I demoed the 171 Kore 99s and had a blast -- great maneuverability in the trees, awesome pop on the groomers, no chatter at speed or in crud, and overall far better than what I'm used to. One of them is the Nordica Enforcer 88, which is stiffer and more responsive than the 93, and is a fantastic all-mountain performer. SE. Ski out west. On steep powder I tend to want to play and make turns down it vs charge at high speed. Please note: We are unable to mount Look Pivot bindings because the actual boot is required due to the extremely small amount of adjustment in the heel. It sums up the differences very well. I demoed the Salomon QST 99 in the 188 length last weekend and really enjoyed them. I'm 6'3" 235lb I am all mountain skiing mostly east coast , but 2 trips a year out west. Have fun! Adam, Update, I went with the 98ti and purchased them SE. Both of these are a bit more user-friendly than Enforcer but still a total blast. I read your comment about metal, not sure if the Tracer has any. I currently ride a set of Volkl Deacon 76, and I love the speed and turning ability of themon groomed runs and ice. Any recommendations as far as length would also be appreciated. And I like to jump around on small side bumps and then going in to some lazy turns in the piste. Looking for something that floats well, turns easily, stability, good in woods. Great reviews as always! How they can stand to be bend the way that they do and continue skiing is beyond me, but good for the engineers over at Line for figuring out how on earth to build a ski like this. Youre that good at skiing. Black diamond, double black diamond, centuple black diamond, it doesnt even matter. Thanks a bunch and keep all the great ski reviews coming, you guys do a great job , Hi Pete! I am so glad one of my colleagues told me about your reviews on YouTube, because they have inspired me to finally replace my 2012 Volkl Mantras. My main passion is freeride however only skiing a few weeks of the year now, and in the alps, powder is never guaranteed. Camox has some more pop and power to it while the M-Free and Bent Chetler are on the bendier side. Now, to skis. Weight Weight single piece (g) / Size (cm) : 1800 / 184 Skill Level Beginner Advanced Expert BENT CHETLER 120 The Rossignol Sky 7 HD was re-invented for 2018 and is back unchanged for 2019. Imperfections in the snow surface won't affect the performance of the Rustler 10 as much as a ski with stiffer tips and tails. I'd narrow down to the BC 100 and the Ripstick 96 with the 100 being the more playful and the Ripstick being quicker and carvier. I've been considering Nordica Enforcer 93 and the Fischer Ranger 99Ti. The two skis Ive narrowed it down to are the Enforcer 100 in 185 and Mantra M5 in 177. If you're just on the groomers, that's not a big deal, but it sounds like you're having fun in the woods, and that's where maneuverability really matters. I also really like the 4frnt msp 99s. SE, Thanks Jeff. Have fun! If you're looking at two pairs, then I definitely think the 99 is a good option for your wider ski. The snow was fresh, wet and chopped up. I am 23 and new to Freeski! However, if you are looking for a charging ski that has no limitations, you would be very happy with either! A slimmed-down version of the signature Bent Chetler 120 skis, the Atomic Bent 100 freeride skis are made to do everything, whether it's fresh snow, deep untracked or hard variable conditions. And I have to say that I fell in love with those skies, I've never skied so fast on and off piste. I've also considered the Armada Invictus 99 TI which is not on this list but probably compares? You like a ski that is unwavering at speed and as stable as it gets. On the other end of the spectrum, they don't have quite the firm snow performance of the Bonafide, but they're much less demanding and a more forgiving ski overall. I need to detune the tips and tail a bit on the BC. Loving the new Salomon QST 98. I'm aggressive on-piste and more moderate off-piste, especially in narrower chutes and trees. If you're looking for a quick turner with a soft-snow personality, the Sky 7 is a great choice. I'm a fairly big guy 6'2" about 210lbs depending on the apre the night before. not sure on what length to go with either. Thanks, Im looking for an A/T ski to pair with Shift bindings, approximately 100mm under foot. The rule of thumb for skate poles is that they should come between your lip and your nose. SE, Hi Scott! You sound like a QST skier to me. This is not a bad thing, and when you get to the underfoot region as well as the tail, it becomes apparent that the M-Pro likes to finish a turn in a very strong manner. The Atomic Bent 100 is a do-everything freeride ski. Besides a ski that will do well for lift service and also back country, would love a ski that would do a bit better in powder than the current 80ish underfoot I currently have and also allow me to play in the park on small (the smallest) features and ski backwards. SE, Hey Jeff, thanks for the great reviews. Nordica Enforcer 100, Fischer Ranger 102 FR, Blizzard Rustler 10. 172's with the marker bindings. Specifically, I've been eyeing the Sky 7 and the QST 99. I used to be expert and haven't skied a lot the last few years. Supremely versatile and well-rounded, the Ranger 102 FR is great for everything from floating to carving with park stuff in between. It crosses over between different terrain and snow conditions very well, and is a more forgiving ski than those with lots of metal and less rocker, but don't forget about that metal. Nordica Enforcer? The flex pattern and shape of the Pinnacle 95 Ti give it really good performance in soft snow. He said the factory line isn't his preferred line like the 120s because Atomic wanted to appeal to a wider audience with the 100s, so they set the line to a spot that is very directional. It uses a wood core made from silver fir and beech, sandwiched between two full sheets of titanal metal, and finished with carbon and fiberglass. Have fun! I do get out west occasionally and will ski the entire mountain with a preference to ungroomed soft snow. Nope! In Stock Now: New 2023 Atomic. Hi SE. Hi I am looking for new skis this year. Is 177 right for the use I'm intending or should I size up to 184. Blizzard rustler 9/10 After seeing your youtube video I have narrowed it down to the following skis: Salomon QST 99, Atomic Bent Chetler 100, Nordica Enforcer 100 or Fischer Ranger 102 FR. I liked these skis because they are so maneuverable and forgiving. The Rustler 10 takes the performance we're familiar with in the Bonafide and repackages it in a more playful, maneuverable, freeride-inspired shape. It's not the easiest, most forgiving ski in soft snow, but considering the amount of precision and power you get on firm snow, it performs in soft snow quite well. I really like the versatility/profile of the enforcer 100, but I'm worried about all the weight. Not a particularly "fun" ski anywhere but a competent ski that didn't wear me out like the M5's (meh). I like them, but am interested in trying something quicker and more maneuverable, less of a thigh burner when I'm not on game early season. SE. You don't want to have to fight a ski to maneuver it in softer snow conditions, but you don't want a super-rockered shape either. What sets the Camox apart is a great blend of positive camber underfoot with moderate taper in the tips and tails. I just imagine the M5 would feel like a lot of ski when skiing slowly, and it's also not the most maneuverable ski in trees. I'm 6'2"- 205lbs. If you don't mind heavy on the way up, you're going to get the better ski on the way down with the Enforcer. Very smooth, strong, and stable, so if that's what you're into, I'm not going to steer you away, especially since I'm a huge fan of the ski as well. We're about the same size, and I loved the stability of the ski, even without two sheets of metal. It has a relatively soft flex pattern that will allow a skier to butter, smear, and play in all sorts of different terrain and snow conditions. I love the Bent 100 as well, but it's pretty flexible. The Kastle MX 99 is stiff, powerful, and holds an edge better than just about anything in the 100 mm category. Thanks so much for the reviews! Im a level 2 IASI ski instructor aged 22 weighing 90kg. Im in the market for a one ski quiver. on occasion as that's mostly what the east has to offer. Generally in resort, off-piste terrain. Appreciate the feedback! Hi there. Whats your advice? At its very hearth, though, this is still very much Mantra-esque, with precision and power to spare, not like youd want to. Well, maybe not, but you get my point. I've been renting for the last few seasons (nothing special) but now I want to buy something. High-speed skiers who love a challenge, whether its terrain or snow conditions. Thanks! 2022 . Overall I would describe them as a fun, playful ski. I like the updates, as I think it makes the ski more manageable at different speeds and terrain. I'm really torn between the Bent Chetler 100 (180cm) and the Sick Day 104 (179 or 186cm) for a 50/50 one ski quiver mounted with Shifts to be used mostly in the French Alps. I just demoed the Mantra M5 184cm at Park City. It used to be that if you extended your arm upwards, you should be able to reach the tips of your skis. Im based in the Midwest but will travel 1-2 times per year, mostly out west but also some New England. Ski mostly Tahoe. I would go with the 92 over the 99, as you'll get that quicker edge to edge performance you're looking for. Those were both near the top of my list, along with possibly the Kore. They're great in trees and bumps, but the Camox might be more well-rounded and with a higher-performance ceiling. Dan, Hi Dan! I was planning to visit the rocky mountains and maybe also go heli skiing next season. All my friends have the enforcer 100s. The Kastle MX 99 is stiff, powerful, and holds an edge better than just about anything in the 100 mm category. I just purchased the Ranger 102 as my soft snow resort / tree ski with the Masterblaster 96 as my firm snow ski. If you need to find your BSL, but would still like to submit your order, please enter "I will provide" in the Sole Length box and we will hold your order for mounting. 60 % in the piste and 40 % trees / off-piste. However, I think I would prefer a ski in the 98-102 range. It's relatively lightweight and noticeably quick to maneuver, like the Sky, but it has better torsional stiffness, more stability at speed, and a longer effective edge because the rocker isn't quite as pronounced. Rossignol uses their damp tech rubber inserts in the tips and tails in order to quiet the skis down, and then to add a measure of power and grip, their titanal beam exists underfoot to give good edge grip as well as stability at speed. I was leaning towards the Rustler 10 but the QST sounds good too. Also is 180 a good length for what I'm trying to do? Demo'd sizes were a 182 (too small) and 188 which felt good but on the Enforcer idk if I would go 193 or 185?? SE, Your email address will not be published. I'm looking for an all-mountain ski in the 100mm waist range. The MX 99 also has a full camber shape and doesn't use any early taper. Hi Dave! Big time ski crushes going on here at SkiEssentials.com. Arguably one of the most soft-snow oriented skis of this article. Want a ski that I control vs it controlling me if that makes sense. Swing weight goes a long way, and a ski like the Vantage 97 Ti is going to be easier to maneuver and less tiring than a heavier ski. You like knowing that you have a ski on your foot. Finding your Boot Sole Length (BSL) is easy. Too short, and you'll find your forearm angled downward. Metal skis are tough in the bumps, especially hard ones. Black diamond, double black diamond, centuple black diamond, it doesnt even matter. I currently consider myself to be a 50/50 mix of Intermediate/Advanced. The Kore (93 I'd recommend for you) is light but stiff. Thanks! I am (6', 205 53 year old), have been skiing off an on for 45 yrs. It's like Head took race ski performance on firm snow, somehow made it super lightweight, then changed the shape to add in some versatility. Tom. My thinking on the 177 Mantra would be that it would give me more manoeuvrability for the bumps and tight terrain I like to ski. Built with a poplar wood core and fiberglass, its got a simple core, but the shaping and profiling set it apart. Due to it having two sheets of metal, the Enforcer would be a big change from the Sky 7's. The M5 Mantra is a great ski. It's not the most demanding ski, but it's also not the easiest. An SE tester favorite, there is not much this ski can't do. It's versatile and playful and loves to hop and jump around, but you can also ski pretty darn aggressively and fast on it and it really doesn't become unstable. Thank you so much for your insightful reviews and comparisons! I tried out the blizzard bonafides last year and loved them in comparison to my chronics. I'm down to these three: Swerve-masters and jibsters all over the world. If you thought the 177 was demanding, it will be magnified in the 184. I'm currently on Dynastar Contact 10ST at 174cm, so ready for change. I skied the 185 last year and found it decent stability-wise, but not amazing. . I am 52 years old and i am 5-10 and 185. Sounds to me like you're leaning to QST! SE. Ex-racers certainly appreciate the metal construction of the Nordica, and you'll learn how to make it more playful. Can you help? So mixed skiing, but enjoying stability. Bonafide 97, Mantra 102, and Enforcer 100 are right up there in best of class in carving ability in this group. Hi Christophe! SE. Would the extra flotation of the rustler 10 or QST 99 not be worth the loss of edge hold/carving ability since Im primarily skiing frontside terrain? Talk to a Skier: href='/Chairlift-Chat/DPS-Phantom-2-Wax-System-Explanation'. SE. SE, Hi SE, Have a great season on the slopes. SE. Happy skiing! Check out the Rossignol Experience 94 and the K2 Pinnacle 95 for comparison. Over their three seasons I've progressed from blues and some blacks thrown in to doing mostly the ungroomed blacks and double-blacks; it's all in bounds, and while mogul runs all day got a lot better, I'm still having trouble with tight trees and powder. It's a blast in powder, trees, and other off-piste scenarios and its lightweight feel and relatively soft flex pattern offers an important choice in this category. I'm an expert skier, mainly off-piste on chopped up, powdery, rocky mountain double blacks and go into the backcountry a couple times every season. Hi Rafal! Love the review. A couple weeks ago we took a look at 15 different all-mountain skis in the 90 mm waist width range. I only started skiing last year, but have progressed quickly. I ski west coast only and get in about 12-14 days a year. Your boot sole length is the actual length of your ski boot, in millimeters. 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