First time poster, but I have been enjoying this site for a while.
Me: 5'8", 170lbs. Ski at Sun Valley, Idaho about 20 times a year with wife and kids 10yrs old and 6 years old. We ski the whole mountain comfortably but probably not technically great.
I switched from snowboarding about 5 years ago. At that time, I bought Dynastar Sultan 80's at 165. I know they are short, but I didn't know better. I love these skis, but I think I'm ready for an upgrade. I'm starting to spend more time in the trees and bumps, but groomers are a must at Sun Valley due to long periods of sun between snows. With kids, I need something that's pretty easy going at all speeds. I like making short turns, and am starting to ski more "playfully" as I follow my kids through the trails and small jumps. I still love to rip down a groomer though.
I'm hoping to demo a few skis (not too many due to cost) and looking for suggestions. What skis should be on my list?....Thanks!
I did try the brahma and bonafide @ 180 last year. They felt too demanding for me. Perhaps too big of a jump in length?
Me: 5'8", 170lbs. Ski at Sun Valley, Idaho about 20 times a year with wife and kids 10yrs old and 6 years old. We ski the whole mountain comfortably but probably not technically great.
I switched from snowboarding about 5 years ago. At that time, I bought Dynastar Sultan 80's at 165. I know they are short, but I didn't know better. I love these skis, but I think I'm ready for an upgrade. I'm starting to spend more time in the trees and bumps, but groomers are a must at Sun Valley due to long periods of sun between snows. With kids, I need something that's pretty easy going at all speeds. I like making short turns, and am starting to ski more "playfully" as I follow my kids through the trails and small jumps. I still love to rip down a groomer though.
I'm hoping to demo a few skis (not too many due to cost) and looking for suggestions. What skis should be on my list?....Thanks!
I did try the brahma and bonafide @ 180 last year. They felt too demanding for me. Perhaps too big of a jump in length?