I am planning on doing several NH/VT backcountry trips this upcoming winter (assuming we get snow). I am sure I will do some resort uphill / side country as well. I will use my downhill set ups for most resort days, so I don't need the one kit fits all set up. For the touring kit I bought Dalbello Lupo AX120s and Atomic Shifts with 100mm brakes. I have to decide on skis.
My easy option is a pair of Head Kore 99s in 180cm that I already own but don't use very often. While they aren't heavy per say, they are approx 2 lbs heavier than the other skis I am considering. I have read that 2 lbs on ones' feet can actually make quite a difference. Question is, will it be enough of a difference NOT to use my KOREs in favor of something lighter?
I am looking at Kastle TX90s and Black Crows Camox Freebirds. Those seem to be the consensus picks for a very light underfoot and still capable downhill rides. I don't need to be able to rip on the decent like my SR88s do, tho I do want something competent and most importantly they need to be maneuverable for tight spots and tree skiing. I am also unsure of length to go with. At 6'1" and 240 lbs my downhill skis are 186 and 189 cm. To be able to navigate New England trails I am thinking something around mid 170s in length?
Truth be told, I kind of have the hots for the TX90s in 176cm. However...as much as I love a pair of brandy new skis to go with my brandy new boots and bindings, are the KORE 99s the way to go for a $600 to $800 savings? It seems a little ridiculous NOT to use my KOREs.....but I think I can be talked into something lighter.
Any suggestions from experienced New England folk will surely be appreciated!
My easy option is a pair of Head Kore 99s in 180cm that I already own but don't use very often. While they aren't heavy per say, they are approx 2 lbs heavier than the other skis I am considering. I have read that 2 lbs on ones' feet can actually make quite a difference. Question is, will it be enough of a difference NOT to use my KOREs in favor of something lighter?
I am looking at Kastle TX90s and Black Crows Camox Freebirds. Those seem to be the consensus picks for a very light underfoot and still capable downhill rides. I don't need to be able to rip on the decent like my SR88s do, tho I do want something competent and most importantly they need to be maneuverable for tight spots and tree skiing. I am also unsure of length to go with. At 6'1" and 240 lbs my downhill skis are 186 and 189 cm. To be able to navigate New England trails I am thinking something around mid 170s in length?
Truth be told, I kind of have the hots for the TX90s in 176cm. However...as much as I love a pair of brandy new skis to go with my brandy new boots and bindings, are the KORE 99s the way to go for a $600 to $800 savings? It seems a little ridiculous NOT to use my KOREs.....but I think I can be talked into something lighter.
Any suggestions from experienced New England folk will surely be appreciated!
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