J2Ski Forum Posts and Replies by brooksy

bandit wrote:Brooksy, not sure if the Rotor 76 would be in the VIP range. It's an everyday ski, and they do offer some exceptional skis, if you're big enough 8)
I'm not :oops:

You could drop them an email and ask for advice.

Thanks Bandit

Confused about the phrase Big Enough, does that mean in stature or ability :?:

Someone on here mentioned Scott Neos cant remeber who, apparently your supposed to take them to bed with you :shock: don't know why & I would be to embarrassed to ask anyone about their sexual preferences,but it takes all types as we well know )

Tony_H wrote:

brooksy wrote:
Would it be asking to much to borrow yours if I promise to bring them back :roll:

Sadly I will be on them for a week on 6th March, otherwise I would still have told you to get ****ed and get your own :!:

On a serious note, I have only had 4.5 days on them to date, but they have been great to ski on. Thoroughly recommend them.

Sorry hear that you are using them at the same time.
I was only asking to borrow then to help you out,I would have been able to put them to the test at a much advanced level than they are use to & given you my report. :lol:

In the unlikely event of progression in your skiing ability you would have been fully informed of all the shortfalls in your Neos :mrgreen: :-) :-)

Trencher wrote:

Tony_H wrote:Any particular wax you would recommend for doing that, that I can pack and take with me?

cheap parrafin wax from the hardware store works fine.

Trencher

This wax is candles is it not :?:

Would it be asking to much to borrow yours if I promise to bring them back :roll:

Thanks Bandit for all the info,have made notes on the skis you listed & yeah your right tying yourself down to one shop without knowing what's actually available is a nobrainer.
I have looked at the stockli site & I assume these would be classed as vip skis 140 chf,bit more expensive but why risk your skiing enjoyment for an extra £20.
Don`t suppose its worth asking Tony if the NEOS are any good,proberbly never heard of them :lol:

Thanks again for the effort you have put in to help me out much appreciated.

Now that this helmet debate is drawing to a close is it a good time to start the GUMSHEILD debate :wink:

Hi Bandit
Thanks for your reply,this is exactly why I posted the question,I have no idea when it comes to skis.
I am going to Engelberg on the 6th of March & I believe you are well acquainted with skiing in that area.
I looked at the snowbrainer site after someone mentioned that they had used them to their satisfaction on another thread,they in turn recommend 4 seasons ski hire.
When looking at the ski range on there they give you a list of supposedly available skis with a short description of what type of skiing they are best suited for,also a couple of reviews.

The description for the x wings stated 70% on piste 30% off piste good all round ski suitable for skiing all types of snow conditions.The reviews backed this up & more,they are in the gold range & cost £88 for the 6 days.
What you said makes perfect sense in making up a list but are you talking about ski types or personal traits? I wouldn't know a wood core ski from any other.
To get the discount you have to book & pay online so ski selection or group has to be decided on before you go, from the limited range they show,so no way round that.
From what I have told you do you have any suggestions on skis I should be trying by name, to give me an idea of what to look for.

Thanks again for your time spent on helping me.

This year I am going to hire skis mostly due to BAs carriage charges,so I have to decide what skis would be good for my ability.
I have skied 14 six day trips & can ski all colours but have kept away from moguls & true off piste.

My own skis are Fischer plasma DRS carvers,I have used them for my annual trips for the last 10yrs so maybe its time for a change.
I mostly ski on piste & on occasions off piste alongside & from one run to another,I usually go in March & snow conditions are always heavy going,chopped up,mash potato & similar unsavoury conditions,so what I am looking for is a ski that will deal with these conditions better than the carvers I've been using.
One ski that's sounds quite good in the reviews is the Salomon x wing 8,so has anyone any knowledge of these skis to help me decide before booking them,or can you recommend any other skis you think would be suitable in your own opinions.
I trust the advice given by members of this forum over any reviews posted by the hire companies as you are helpful & they are just shifting stock.

Thanks in advance