(Carving) Ski Advice

[hydrofoam]

I'm looking for a pair of skis and debating between these two. I'll mostly be on groomers and ski in Tahoe.

2020 Atomic Redster X7 WB
2021 Head V-Shape V6

 

[Andy Mink]

I'm looking for a pair of skis and debating between these two. I'll mostly be on groomers and ski in Tahoe.

2020 Atomic Redster X7 WB
2021 Head V-Shape V6

Welcome! What's your height, weight, skill level? I've been on the X9 WB and the V8 and liked them both a lot. I'm 5'10" and about 220#. I would think the V6 might be a bit "whimpy" if you're a bigger or stronger skier.

 

[hydrofoam]

I'm 5'8" and about 200 lb.

 

[Andy Mink]

I'm 5'8" and about 200 lb.

If you're an advanced skier I think the V6s will not be enough for you.

 

[David Orr]

I'm looking for a pair of skis and debating between these two. I'll mostly be on groomers and ski in Tahoe.

2020 Atomic Redster X7 WB
2021 Head V-Shape V6

Demoed the Atomic X9 WB @168cm at end of ski season...really really enjoyed them. I was told by the Atomic Rep that the X7 WB was even easier. Turn Initiation on the X9WB was easy and they felt very stable at speed.

 

[cantunamunch]

Demoed the Atomic X9 WB @168cm at end of ski season...really really enjoyed them. I was told by the Atomic Rep that the X7 WB was even easier. Turn Initiation on the X9WB was easy and they felt very stable at speed.

It is - much easier, but also much less crudbusty.

Up and over with a quiver instead of through, steady, ready.

 

[François Pugh]

Both those pair are too weak for you, even if you are a beginner, your weight requires the ski be able to spread your weight to the tips and tails and to exert more force to turn you. If you are a beginner consider V8 or V10 or X9. If you are advanced, consider something like Head i Rally or Magnum, or maybe something wider, but at the same level as Head i Rally or Magnum if Tahoe snow is as soft as I think it is (never been there).

 

[PinnacleJim]

The V6 is really an intermediate ski. Agree that the V8, V10 or Rally would be better choices. Lots of good deal out there right now.

 

[cantunamunch]

if Tahoe snow is as soft as I think it is (never been there).

I agree with your post - but it isn't as soft as you think. And if OP misses out on follow-the-sun skiing, there's plenty of hardpack to be had.

 

[hydrofoam]

I just took a look at the V8 and V10 and see that the Tip/Tail/Waist for the V8 is 130/75/112mm and v10 is 139/85/121.

I currently have the 2020 Volkl Mantra M5 that has a waist of 96. I feel like if I get the V10 it's not far off from my current ski but with my weight into consideration the V10 may be better. Is this a fair conclusion?

Also, Peter Glenn has it in stock but never heard of them before. Didn't find a whole lot searching the forums. Are they reputable?

 

[Philpug]

I just took a look at the V8 and V10 and see that the Tip/Tail/Waist for the V8 is 130/75/112mm and v10 is 139/85/121.

I currently have the 2020 Volkl Mantra M5 that has a waist of 96. I feel like if I get the V10 it's not far off from my current ski but with my weight into consideration the V10 may be better. Is this a fair conclusion?

Also, Peter Glenn has it in stock but never heard of them before. Didn't find a whole lot searching the forums. Are they reputable?

Even though the waists are only 11mm different, the mannerisms are worlds apart. When you get a chance read.... The Numbers Game Skis, Part 1 Here are reviews of the V10 and V8

Peter Glenn is a very reputable shop.

 

[hydrofoam]

Even though the waists are only 11mm different, the mannerisms are worlds apart. When you get a chance read.... The Numbers Game Skis, Part 1 Here are reviews of the V10 and V8

Peter Glenn is a very reputable shop.

Thanks! Looks like I'll go with the V10!

Also thanks to everyone that provided advice/input!

 

[Lady_Salina]

I just took a look at the V8 and V10 and see that the Tip/Tail/Waist for the V8 is 130/75/112mm and v10 is 139/85/121.

I currently have the 2020 Völkl Mantra M5 that has a waist of 96. I feel like if I get the V10 it's not far off from my current ski but with my weight into consideration the V10 may be better. Is this a fair conclusion?

Also, Peter Glenn has it in stock but never heard of them before. Didn't find a whole lot searching the forums. Are they reputable?

Peter Glenn has been on line for years. I've ordered many things from them over time there not my first go to, I always check their prices for ski gear. I have purchases sale items for my grand kids (coats and things go on pretty good sales in off season) an snow board gear for a daughter-in-law. I purchased a few things myself over the years. Always excellent experiences.