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Atomic Sierra Positrack Ski - 2009 BCS
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Let the spando-suckers chase each around other groomed tracks—you’re taking the Atomic Sierra Positrack Skis into tranquil rolling hills. A Posigrip waxless pattern provides grip and glide, without the hassle of regular ski maintenance, while a feathery High Densolite core keeps your leg muscles fresh when cruising the outdoors. Weather you start out on a hut trip or just cruise, this double-camber ski allows fun, controlled turns when descending moderate hills thanks to a reasonable side cut.
Bottom Line: Easy handling, smooth gild.
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I accidentally bid on these thinking they were the wider Rainers.
I accidentally bid on these thinking they were the wider Rainers. I have a pair of Alpina trackers which are narrower I use for groomers and flatter backccountry and a new pair of Alpina Woodies that I got for $50. How do these Sierras compare to the Alpina Woodies? IS there room in my Quiver or are these slis similiar. Do they do anything better than each other?
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By: Jack
November 26, 2011
They are pretty close. The Sierras have a bit more sidecut and will turn better. They are also lighter. Your call.
By: Sandy Brown
November 28, 2011
Less is More!
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ter3477544
December 1, 2009
Thank you, Atomic, for making a lightweight, double-camber, metal-edged touring/backcountry ski with just a bit of side cut! As a former serious racer, I like to be able to do a real kick-and-glide even in the backcountry -- and the Sierras allow me to do so. Although I liked Rossignol's BC 70 when I rented a pair for a long backcountry tour, they weren't quite as lively and responsive as the Sierras. And why take any extra weight along? Some of the descriptions say this ski is mainly for tracks -- not so, with a full metal edge. Although I haven't yet had them in deep, heavy snow, I have confidence that they'll be fine there, too. I've also tried skis with more sidecut, but hey, when I want to turn, I'll take my telemark skis. Skis with a lot of sidecut slide back and forth on hardpacked snow, which can get tiring and annoying when you're touring. By contrast, the Sierras track better. I love these! With gratitude from Alaska...
Is a 68mm-69mm ski about the widest that typically fits in a
Is a 68mm-69mm ski about the widest that typically fits in a groomed classic track? It seems most company's backcountry line jumps from 69mm all the way to 89mm skipping a model in the upper 70s. ie. the Atomic Sierra vs. Ranier
By: mat3351237
February 16, 2010
Classic track at a groomed resort will be between 60-70mm (depending on the grooming equip.) at the base and then flair up & out. A 69mm ski will technically fit in a groomed track, but won't ski well in one. The problem is that the wide tip catches the edge of the track and wants to pop out every few strides. Skis like the Sierra are perfect either for "logging roads" or for "skied-in" track, i.e. what commonly happens at the local golf course where everyone takes the same path.
Enjoy!!!
By: Sandy Brown
February 16, 2010
Yes, classic track is 68MM wide. So skis wider are geared more for off track skiing and you might as well go wide for flotation. The extra 20 MM or more in the tip does not add much weight and can be offset by getting a shorter ski.
By: Jeff Mikaelian
February 16, 2010
What is the difference btwn double camber, 1 1/2 camber and single
What is the difference btwn double camber, 1 1/2 camber and single camber?
By: colleen
November 15, 2009
Camber refers to the space created under the ski when placed on a flat surface. For single camber-think of an alpine ski-it takes an even (single) amount of pressure to close that space. For double camber-XC touring skis-it takes a certain amount of pressure to get halfway closed and then a much greater pressure to press the ski flat. This is so that (properly fitted to your weight) the ski pair will glide when evenly weighted and grip when all of your weight is on one foot (pushing off). 1 1/2 camber is just a subtler double camber often used for wider, metal edged touring skis. Sorry for the long answer - Enjoy!
By: Sandy Brown
February 5, 2010
Change me.
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2009 Model No Longer Available
We have a lot more Touring/Backcountry Skis than that
Touring/Backcountry SkisResearch other out-of-stock versions:
Less is More!
Thank you, Atomic, for making a lightweight, double-camber, metal-edged touring/backcountry ski with just a bit of side cut! As a former serious racer, more...
- Lengths:
- 168cm, 180cm, 192cm
- Dimensions:
- 69 / 56 / 63mm
- Construction:
- Nordicap structural cap, metal edge
- Core Material:
- High Densolite
- Base:
- Atomic Posi-Grip waxless
- Tail:
- Flat
- Binding System:
- No
- Binding Included:
- No
- Recommended Binding:
- Heavy-duty BC boot & binding or 3-pin boot & binding
- Weight:
- [Per pair] 3lb 14oz (1780g)
- Recommended Use:
- Rugged touring
- Manufacturer Warranty:
- 2 Years