I have a friend in the need for new skis this year. 43 years old, 5’7” 165.
Intermediate skier, takes 3-4 trips out west each year in addition to a handful of east coast trips. Skis mostly groomers, can do any intermediate on the mtn, and I have dragged him down a black diamond or 2 but it’s not his favorite. He never takes mogul runs or goes into the trees, back country, or anything on that level. Mostly focused on cruising groomers, with the ability to have the proper ski when the west coast gets some fresh snow on the groomers. He doesn’t ski too fast as I think his skis are holding him back, but I think he would like to go faster with the proper tools.
He has the basic entry level resort rental type skis. He is currently on something too parabolic and soft for his skill level.
I’m thinking something with some level of metal in there, but not too much.
I was thinking the Rossignol TI 88, or Nordica Enforcer 88. Doesn’t mind spending the money for the right ski.
Any other recommendations to look at?
Intermediate skier, takes 3-4 trips out west each year in addition to a handful of east coast trips. Skis mostly groomers, can do any intermediate on the mtn, and I have dragged him down a black diamond or 2 but it’s not his favorite. He never takes mogul runs or goes into the trees, back country, or anything on that level. Mostly focused on cruising groomers, with the ability to have the proper ski when the west coast gets some fresh snow on the groomers. He doesn’t ski too fast as I think his skis are holding him back, but I think he would like to go faster with the proper tools.
He has the basic entry level resort rental type skis. He is currently on something too parabolic and soft for his skill level.
I’m thinking something with some level of metal in there, but not too much.
I was thinking the Rossignol TI 88, or Nordica Enforcer 88. Doesn’t mind spending the money for the right ski.
Any other recommendations to look at?
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