touring machines...

By: will February 25, 2012

if i ski backcountry and the resort runs is this a good ski for me?

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By: Vic December 26, 2011

Hi Ian. Because of the paltry snowpack in Colorado this year I haven't skied the TST this season but remembering the last two powder days on the TST's last Spring still brings a smile. In 12-14 inches of untracked, the ride was effortless, precise and predictible, even with AT boots. They float nearly as well as the full-on pow skis that I've used at Fernie and Revelstoke but are much more stable in crud or on groomers, even at moderate speed. This setup (TST 183's/Dynafit/Scarpa Matrix) is not as light as my old AT outfit (K2 Shuksan/Dynafit) but it's more versatile and it's going to be my go-to ski for anything short of Spring ski-mountaineering. One downside for long tours is the weight of the skins (BD) required for a ski with this much surface area. On balance--the combination of camber, early rise and more conventional tail produces the most exciting boards I've ever skied, and I've been around a long time. Vic

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By: Vic December 26, 2011

Hi Ian. I did exactly that last year--mounted Armada's TST 183's to Dynafit Tech binders. Even my lightweight Scarpa Matrix AT boots have enough power to drive this setup with great results and at half the weight. With BD skins, this makes a great backcountry and hut tour setup too.

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By: BenHurrhurr December 4, 2011

Gotta listen to Mr. Provo. He's the man.

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By: Ian Provo November 27, 2011

nice Jake, great setup! @mark, I think you might be better off with the 183cm. You might lose some weight with the smaller size, but you'll also lose some performance.

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By: mark November 15, 2011

I am trying to decide between the 183 and 174. I am 5'10", ski mostly off trail and occasional moguls, and am trying to save a little weight for the sidecountry tours. Thoughts?

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By: Jake Pantone October 28, 2011

Pulled the trigger on some 192's. I will be mounting the new Dyanfit Radical FT12 binding on these. Decided to go with the 192 because all the early rise 182-185 skis I've used in the past leave me begging for just a little more length. I'll post an in depth review when the snow flies.

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By: Ian Provo October 12, 2011

At 6', I should be riding the 192cm. I originally got the 183's for more technical skiing, but they may end up becoming my everyday ride.

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By: Elias Littenberg October 10, 2011

I'm no pro, but I'm 5'9", 140lbs, and skiing the 183 in the Wasatch. Super fun resort ski last spring so I'm going to make the TST my all-everything touring ski this year. +Dynafit and Dalbello Virus Tours.

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By: Jake Pantone October 6, 2011

How tall are you and what length you going to do? I am seriously considering the same setup...

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