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davidslalomskier

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  1. I am coming back from Swiss over the holidays where I had a chance to try the Works 02 for 6 sets. I have been riding an original D3 NRG (with whisper fin) for the past 5 seasons. I showed up to swiss coming off a neck injury (still not 100%), wearing an extra 7 pounds of winter weight and having not skied since the beginning of September. I jumped right on to the works 02 (Beny set up the ski for me, I had brought my bindings). I generally run 35 at 34mph once I get into my season and get mid 38 on a good day. I usually take about a month and a half to hit my stride coming off five-six months of winter. My opening pass is 22 off. I ran 22 and 28 every try which I thought was pretty cool. Waited until my 3rd set to give 32 a go and ended up to 4 ball at 35 on my 4th set. I could feel that I was not at 100% physically (not to mention very sore!) but was pleasantly surprised that I was giving 35 a run for its money with all things considered. My notes on the works are that the ski is very stable and hard to fall off, just like they advertise. I'm used to blowing the tail on my offside and this ski didn't do that. On several occasions felt that I was sure to do so but didn't. Speed wise, all good. I felt that this ski was ultimately as stable as my D3 with more speed and more aggressive turns. The ski was a lot of fun to ride and I can see myself getting better on it so I brought it home. Didn't try the 01. I have tried several skis over the years and know that I prefer stable skis that ride deeper in the water. From watching the video posted above I knew I wanted something in my comfort zone, wasn't looking to change my style. I don't have perfect technique so I will take all the help I can get from the ski. I hope this helps anyone that is considering these skis. Worth mentioning that Beny and Clint at Swiss were amazing in helping me get set up on it.
  2. Hey guys, I have a 2017 66 inch Radar Vapor pro build for 850$ US but based out of QC.. call it 1000$ Canadian... Heres the link on SIA: http://www.ski-it-again.com/php/skiitagain.php?endless=summer&topic=Search&category=Slalom&postid=46598
  3. Very interesting perspectives. I've heard a bit of the same thing... some people saying the D3 has a better offside but that the Radar tends to be easier to get out wide. A friend of mine left a Goode for '16 Vapor and swears by it. I've never complained on a D3 but have found its the 'safe option.' Doesn't do anything bad, predictable and does everything pretty well. Just looking to see if there's a better option out there. If there are other suggestions please feel free!
  4. Thank you for the comment. Can I ask what ski you were on previous to the vapor? Thanks again, greatly appreciated.
  5. Thank you to all for your responses. Adam, I just sent you a PM. Please let me know if you received it. Best regards.
  6. Hi guys I'm not sure if this has been discussed yet on this forum but was interested in knowing if anyone has tried both the pro build and d3 arc. I'm currently riding a 2014 quest that took some significant rope damage on my last set of the year and looking for the next step up. From what I can read these two skis seem to be quite popular and would love to know your thoughts on pros and cons. I currently ski into 35 off at 36mph. Any feedback would definitely help. Thank you.
  7. Hi guys, A friend and I are looking for a ski site to spend a few days towards the end of November. Unfortunately we can't go to Florida due to Zika concerns. We've spoken to trophy lakes but it seems they aren't in a position to confirm a reservation at this time due to the fact that the site was recently sold. We are looking to book in the near future and ideally a site that would offer the opportunity to demo some new high end slalom skis. Any suggestions? Any insight would be greatly appreciated. Thank you. P.s. We are coming from Montreal, Canada so we have a preference for east coast but will head out west if we need to!
  8. Oops... Meant to say if you know OF anything. Sorry about that!
  9. Thanks for answering guys, let me know if you know anything. Much appreciated
  10. Hi guys, I have a 2004 Malibu Response LXI and looking for a star gazer perfect pass for slalom. Anyone have anything they are looking to sell that would do the trick? Let me know! Best regards, Dave
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