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Atomic Kailas Telemark Ski - 2008

Atomic Kailas Telemark Ski - 2008

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Atomic Kailas Telemark Ski - 2008

The Atomic Kailas Telemark Ski grants the wish of those who charge the deep off-piste, but want something that can handle the occasional ice sheet in the backcountry or corduroy in the resort. The Kailas Ski rewards those looking beyond the ropes—a soft shovel and supple longitudinal flex lead to effortless float through the frosted flakes. The Beta Magnesium construction affords rigid torsional flex for surprisingly strong carving purchase and lightweight strength for great float and easy touring. The Atomic Kailas Telemark Ski's raised tail takes the sketch out of gnarly retreats and the tail's flat back won’t shrug your skins off midway up the mountain.

Bottom Line: Shiva gave the Kailas godly powers to levitate in powder and carve the groomers.

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I am 6'1" 190 lbs, I like something slighltly shorter

I am 6'1" 190 lbs, I like something slighltly shorter to maneuver in tight steeps or in the trees, but also like to get top speed out of them on the groomers. what length would you suggest?

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March 1, 2009

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185s unless you are willing to give up the stability for the quickness

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March 26, 2009

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Definitely 185s, but you are going to find these skis soft onthe groomers at top speed.

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March 2, 2009

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Rating for this product: 5

Great lightweight all-around AT choice

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January 16, 2009

The 174cm Kailas is my standard all-around lightweight backcountry touring ski. I have them mounted with Dynafit bindings for a very light but capable setup. They work surprisingly well on ice and windblown hardpack, and are even fun in the bumps. If you lay them over, the edges have tremendous bite, which builds a lot of confidence on nastier snow. The shovel is rather soft and can get bounced around a bit, but they are stiff underfoot, like a typical Atomic alpine ski. (Note that the Kailas is essentially the same ski as the Snoop Daddy, minus a little metal to save weight). For really deep snow, I prefer a fatter ski underfoot, but these work great for any tour where variable conditions or less-than-epic powder are expected.

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REI and other retailers regular price is BC's sale price

REI and other retailers regular price is BC's sale price?

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February 28, 2009

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pricing in the ski business can be a mess. most manufacturers have both a suggested retail(MSRP) and a minimum advertised price (much lower than MSRP). sometimes the shops (BC/REI) mix them up much to our confusion

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March 26, 2009

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If you don't want them, don't buy them.Angus, sorry for the stupid question. I guess BC doesn't want to be competitive with REI's regular prices?

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March 1, 2009

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Rating for this product: 4

all-around b/c skis

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December 1, 2008

I've been skiing these for a couple of seasons now and think they're great as a backcountry ski. Only reason I gave it 4 instead of 5 is because it tends to get deflected around by chunky snow inbounds.. but that's not what you're buying it for anyhow, is it? It handles all backcountry conditions well. Forgiving and predictable enough for steep manky ski-mountaineering descents, with good stability and edge-hold; they will also respond when you put a charge into them for a sweet powder ride.

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Elias, thanks. I currently ski on atomic TM-EX (168cm) and love

Elias, thanks. I currently ski on atomic TM-EX (168cm) and love it. If I remember correctly it has 24m turning radius and because of that it is a stable speed rocket. I can still do short turns and ski trees, but high speed stability in long turns is what i appreciate the most. I am looking for eventual replacement - that's why I asked about Kailas, because I want similar qualities in my ski.

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January 9, 2009

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Well Alex, this would be a good choice. the other ski i would look at the the BD Havoc. both are stiff where they need to be and have a wonderful flex. you would have a great replacement either way.I agree with Gabe's suggestion. I have the Kailas in the 174cm length, and find them to be quite stiff and stable in longer-radius turns, but their light weight makes them very swingable when needed. If I remember correctly, they have a 20m turn radius. If you like the feel of Atomics, it's hard to go wrong with these.

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January 15, 2009

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Rating for this product: 5

If I were to have written a review

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January 21, 2009

It would have been the exact same as the previous one... except for the fact that mine have freerides on them

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What's the turn radius for these?

What's the turn radius for these?

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January 8, 2009

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163cm=19m
174cm=20.5m
185cm=22m

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March 26, 2009

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I couldn't find an exact answer for you, but skis with similar dimensions are listed as having a roughly 17m turning radius. With the drastic taper from 126mm at the tip down to 88mm underfoot combined with a foam core, you'll be able to swing these skis real tight. Not a perfect answer,I know, but hopefully this helps some.

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January 8, 2009

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Tech Specs:

Lengths:
163cm, 174cm, 185cm 
Dimensions:
126 / 88 / 109mm 
Construction:
Beta 4 Magnesium 
Core Material:
Densolite 
Base:
Graphite sintered 2000 
Tail:
Raised 
Binding System:
No 
Binding Included:
No 
Recommended Binding:
Any telemark or AT binding 
Weight:
[Per pair] 8lb 3oz (3750g) 
Recommended Use:
Touring, backcountry skiing, backcountry freeriding 
Manufacturer Warranty:
2 Years 

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