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Started by Mark203 in Ski Hardware - 6 Replies

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Mark203 posted Jan-2008

Blizzard OX5
Blizzard SP24
Volkl Supersport s2

or second hand HEAD Monster IM75

I would appreciate some feedback

I have been sking a few time no expert

Epic
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posted Jan-2008

I have skiied extensively on the Head monster's (I own IM 82's.

They are excellent, everyone else I've spoken too has also found them really good as well. Very good at high speed, hold an edge well, maintain 'spring' even after numerous ski days, nice balance.

Needless to say, I would recommend them. However I haven't tried the others mentioned so I can't offer a comparison.

Good luck.

Dshenberger
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posted Jan-2008

I have the Volkl S4. I suspect that the S2 is just a more flexible ski. The S4 rocks! If you can handle blues effectively, I think you would find that it is easily within your reach. It may push you a little the first couple of times, but I think you would be happier overall. The S2 might not let you go where you want to. :)

Mark203
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posted Jan-2008

blue your referring to the runs right?

I have decided against the Blizzards having read the reviews now I have to decide between a 3 year old Head and a new Volkl

Just wondered what difference does a carver on a ski make?

Edited 1 time. Last update at 10-Jan-2008

Dshenberger
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posted Jan-2008

Yes, I was referring to the runs.

If you are buying used skis - just make sure they aren't abused. Topsheet scratches don't matter, but you don't want beat up edges, and gouged bases.

Not sure what you mean by the "carver" question. Are you asking what the difference between a carving ski, and an old style straight ski is?

Mark203
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posted Jan-2008

Thanks again for your answer

According to the person selling the Head it has a carving plate fitted

Wondering what difference it makes

Mark203
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posted Jan-2008

thank you for advice dshenberger and epic. got a second hand pair of head im75 skis now

Topic last updated on 11-January-2008 at 16:51