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Expert All Mountain Recommendations: 2006 / 2007
Atomic Metron B5 | Atomic Metron 11 B5 | Atomic Metron 9 Puls
Atomic Balanze B11:M | Head Monster I.M 82 SW | Head Monster i.M 72
K2 T:Nine Burnin' Luv | Rossignol Zenith Z9 Ti Oversize
Salomon X-Wing Tornado
2007 Atomic Metron B5: Phenomenal ski ... simply the best expert ski on the market for all mountain skiing and the ski of choice for SkiEnthusiast. It is extremely stable at high speeds, has superb edge grip (one of the top, eastern skiers take note), it is versatile and best for carving in a range of radii and conditions from hard pack to moderate powder. Excellent in the bumps and trees but also rips well through crud and chop. Those who would like a slightly less demanding ski should also consider the Metron 11 B5. Experts only.
Sidecut: 131-76-115
Radius: 11 m at 162 cm
Lengths: 152, 162, 172 cm
More Info: Atomicsnow.com
2007 Atomic Metron 11 B5: New this season, this ski is a slightly tamed version of the Metron B5 and screams fun. It is extremely stable, handles bumps and trees well yet has superb edge grip (one of the top, eastern skiers take note). This ski is less stiff, lighter and easier to turn than the B5. It is also excellent in short to long radius turns, good in moderate powder and a variety of conditions. Experts only.
Sidecut: 124-76-108
Radius: 15 m at 170 cm
Lengths: 152, 158, 164, 170, 176 cm
More Info: Atomicsnow.com
2007 Atomic Metron 9 Puls: This is designed for those advanced intermediates looking to concur expert terrain. It is extremely stable, handles bumps and trees with ease yet maintains excellent edge grip (one of the top, eastern skiers take note). With light to medium stiffness, it is excellent in short to long radius turns, good in moderate powder and a variety of conditions.
Sidecut: 126-74-110
Radius: 13.5 m at 171 cm
Lengths: 150, 157, 164, 171, 178 cm
More Info: Atomicsnow.com
2007 Balanze B11:M : This is a female specific ski that is extremely stable, handles bumps and trees with ease yet maintains excellent edge grip (one of the top, eastern skiers take note). With light to medium stiffness, it is excellent in short to long radius turns, good in moderate powder and a variety of conditions. Designed for women who are not overly aggressive.
Sidecut: 124-74-108
Radius: 11.5 m at 157 cm
Lengths: 150, 157, 164 cm
More Info: Atomicsnow.com
2007 Head Monster I.M 82 SW: Versatile is one word to describe this ski. It likes to spend most of its time off piste but performs well on groomed terrain as well. It is extremely stable, loves deep snow and prefers medium to long radius turns. Expert skiers only.
Sidecut: 122/82/108
Radius: 17.7 m at 172 cm
Lengths: 150, 161, 172, 183 cm
More Info: Head.com
2007 Head Monster I.M 72: Best in the "All Mountain Cruiser Category" by realskiers.com in 2006. Stable, medium stiffness and better in medium to long radius turns. It is good in moderate powder and prefers 50% on piste / 50% off piste skiing. Women should also try the Wild Thang (female specific ski).
Sidecut: 117-72-102
Radius: 15.3 m at 170 cm
Lengths: 149, 156, 163, 170, 177 cm
More Info: Head.com
2007 T:Nine Burnin' Luv: This ski continues to be a favorite among the women year after year. It is forgiving, stable, easy to turn and has decent edge grip but eastern skiers may prefer the stronger edge grip from Atomic. It performs in a variety of conditions on and off piste and is good in short to long radius turns.
Sidecut: 115-68-99
Radius: 13 m at 160 cm
Lengths: 146, 153, 160, 167 cm
More Info: K2skis.com
2007 Rossignol Zenith Z9 Ti Oversize: This ski is versatile, turny and stable. It performs well in bumps and trees yet maintains good edge grip. It can handle a variety of turn radi even in moderate powder. However, its hard snow performance is slightly comprimised for enhanced soft snow free riding. Less aggressive skiers might like the Zenith Z5 Oversize better.
Sidecut: 126-74-105
Radius: 14 m at 170 cm
Lengths: 146, 154, 162, 170, 176 cm
More Info: Rossignol.com
2007 Salomon X-Wing Tornado: This energetic ski is light, turny and simply playful. It excels in the bumps and trees yet floats well in powder. It is also capable of ripping arcs on the groomers but prefers short to medium radius turns. It is a good choice for advanced intermediates and less demanding experts.
Sidecut: 124-74-106 at 162 cm
Radius: 12.9 m at 162 cm
Lengths: 149, 154, 162, 170, 178 cm
More Info: Salomonski.com
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