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K2 Apache Pontoon Alpine Ski
I’m trying to decide on which ski to purchase and need...
By jmpilo
Ranked #21 - Big Mountain Freeride Skis
January 15, 2009
I’m trying to decide on which ski to purchase and need some advice. Currently I’ve been skiing Volkl Mantra’s. I do the vast majority of my skiing off piste, I also like to hike for my turns. After reading the reviews I think I would prefer a ski that is primarily powder oriented but can also get me back to the base via groomers at the end of the day. Possibly K2 Pontoon or Volkl Gotama as a compliment to the Mantra’s? I’d most likely be mounting what ever ski I decide to purchase on Fritschi Freeride bindings if that makes any difference. Any advise as to pointing me in the right direction would be appreciated. 1-15-09 I ended up purchasing the ObSETHED's couldn't be happier - THANKS for the heads up on the obSETHED's!
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By jking
Ranked #693 - Big Mountain Freeride Skis
January 14, 2009
People have done it, but freerides on a ski as big as the pontoons is a heavy set up. Gotamas are good skis, but are more versatile than pontoons, and you might not ever use your mantras again.Try looking into a ski such as the k2 obSETHed. Its got dimensions similar to the gotama, but with rocker (reverse camber) at the tip. It would make a great touring set up for deeper days.
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Tech Specs:
- Lengths:
- 169cm, 179cm, 189cm
- Dimensions:
- 160 / 130 / 120cm
- Turn Radius:
- N / A
- Construction:
- Torsion box
- Core Material:
- Fir & aspen
- Base:
- Not Specified
- Tail:
- Raised
- Binding System:
- No
- Binding Included:
- No
- Recommended Binding:
- No
- Weight:
- Not specified
- Recommended Use:
- Powder
- Manufacturer Warranty:
- 1 Year
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