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skis we use
Updated ski info coming soon!
| Now if you are confused about the letters and the number, here's my short explanation of how this works. The "i" stands for the Head Intelligence System, which utilizes a piezoelectric device that converts vibration into torsional stability by activating Intellifibers laid crossways in the ski top sheet. The C stands for Cyber, which has been a Head ski model designation since the inception of shaped skis. The "Intelligence" technology is not a gimmick as on the K2 Fours, this really works and you can feel it. The skis have amazing grip, especially in rough or uneven terrain. In general, all the Head skis this year feel more stable and solid. | ||
| Groomed, all-around, easy skiing and teaching | Head i.C.160 | 177 cm |
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| My favorite ski for groomed, all around, easy skiing and teaching is the Head iC 160. Don't be fooled by the "Aspiring Carver" designation in the glossy ski magazines, this ski really comes alive with energy and slicing ability. One of the best skiers I know is Eric Archer, a former NCAA National Champion. Eric really loves this ski and appreciates its performance qualities even for top-level skiers. | ||
| Fall-line carving, Slalom | Head iSL | 175 cm |
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| We're talking real fun energy sticks here; the i SL is a great short turn and carving ski. It seems we have in a short few years come full circle with carving skis. A few years ago the original Cyber line had radical carvers in the line. Ski companies have dropped many of the radical carving skis they used to offer, but now that the World Cup skiers are skiing on radical shaped slalom skis, the ski companies have re-discovered this shape and that it is pleasing to many skiers. In this iSL ski you get a versatile short turn ski for steep terrain and ice, which can still be fun in bumps, because it is really quick. I prefer to ski it in a 175cm for all round skiing and bumps, but use a 155-160cm for carving and slalom. | ||
| All-Mountain | Head Monster iM70 | 184 cm |
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| How many skis does one guy need? It doesn't matter if you have six pair to cover all the bases, or if you know the two specific models that will satisfy you in all the conditions you like to ski. Skis hardly wear out these days and unless the technology changes dramatically, you can keep the skis for many seasons to come. So I have the luxury to add a Monster iM 70 to my collection, an all mountain ski that really does the job for off piste crude and powder. Whenever I get the opportunity to ski on reasonable cover you'll find me in the crud or cut up snow. You can ski so much more of the mountain if you are comfortable with these off piste conditions. We have noticed an increase in popularity for our All Mountain Camps. I think skiers are trying to get away from the crowed slopes. Skis like the Monster tame the unevenness of old tracks and rippled snow. They will carve or slide (heaven forbid) through the thickest nastiness or float in the best champagne powder. I'm thinking we are going to have a great snow year so my Monsters will get out of the barn at least half the time. | ||
| All-around skiing and teaching | Head i.C. 200 | 184 cm |
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| Fall-line carving, Slalom | Head iSL | 160 cm |
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| My choice for a go-anywhere, do-anything ski is the Head iSL. From quick turns in bumps, to carved arcs on the groomed, to easy skiing at slower speeds, this is the one ski that I trust to do anything I want. | ||
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