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AR6, AR7, what??

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db21
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i was thinking of getting the ar6 next season but the ar7 is apparently coming out next season. i like to ride park at my local hill and all over in the mountains. any suggestions? maybe other skis? thanks
May 2 2010 11:50PM
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BWalmer
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You'll probably be able to get the AR6 for cheaper, but if that's not an issue, throw down for the AR7, it's gonna be lighter and more durable than the AR6 but still have the outstanding performance that the AR6 is known for. The cap-sidewall construction decreases the amount of material used in the ski, lowering the weight, and allows for a smoother transition on the topsheet reducing the amount of chipping and peeling (the biggest problem with the AR6), but still gives you an excellent edge hold and carve around the mountain.
May 3 2010 12:18AM
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K.Saga
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Umm...for park and pipe AR6 is definately good for you BUT if you are looking for better performance on pow or groomers ARV is another choice all around the mountain it s solid and pretty good in deep pow and shred the park just like other park skis
May 3 2010 12:43AM
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db21
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alright guys thanks. maybe ill look into the arv or see how much more the ar7 will be
May 3 2010 6:11PM
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BWalmer
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They're probably gonna be the same price as the AR6 at the beginning of the season (pretty sure around $500, maybe $550, I can't quite remember what I paid for mine). I said they'd be more because you'd get the 09/10 AR6s, which would be discounted cause they're older...that price depends on the store (right now, you're probably looking around $425 or so for the 09/10s - but that price could drop as next season approaches...but they could also sell out, it's a risk).
May 3 2010 6:41PM
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DUKES
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i know the ar6 is about a medium flex, but what is the flex of the ar7
May 3 2010 8:29PM
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db21
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alright. ill check around amd maybe figure out a general price range
May 3 2010 9:11PM
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K.Saga
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btw colorado freeskiers still holding a sale for AR6 around 300? ithink
May 4 2010 1:24PM
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db21
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thanks man but i live in canada
May 4 2010 5:52PM
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K.Saga
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google Colorado fresskier, they have online store and they ship it internationally 

May 4 2010 7:49PM
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shorty_T
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The Ar7 is sooooo sick, I tested it in Mammoth and I am in love, it is lightweight, smooth, poppy and just plain awesome.  I wasn't allowed to test them on Jibs but I say that the Ar7 is worth switching to for sure!
May 5 2010 2:31PM
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db21
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alright. i think i might look out for some ar7s
May 5 2010 7:27PM
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ChadThundercock
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i think the ar7 is going to be bombproof, as well as hold up the incredible performance of the ar6 i would go with that
May 5 2010 11:59PM
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buchanan.
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just about a month BUMP!. anyone know what the flex is like on these is going to be like !? ive heard pretty stiff, wouldnt mind another view.
Jun 10 2010 5:51PM
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chubby3
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I just bought a pair of the 2011 ar6's, not ar7. Same graphics but not capped, just standard sidewall all the way through.

Did you notice the the ski to be stiffer than previous years? I wanted it to be a little stiffer like they said the ar7 would be but it's still the same stiffness as the 2010 ar6.

Does anyone know if there is a difference in stiffness between the one i bought and the one everyone is talking about that is capped? 

Jun 11 2010 4:30AM
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Mr_pretzel
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in the sia video he said everything is the same expect it is 60/40 sidewall.
Jun 11 2010 7:02AM
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db21
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Kay. I definitely like capped though. keeps the graphics nice haha
Jun 16 2010 5:54PM
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boxskier
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The AR7 will be $499.99

certainly differant than than AR6

http://www.proctorjones.com/pjonline/dept.asp?s_id=0&dept_id=7&mscssid=AFDDFJQGL9WB8HVDE0W14G1LKRG888UF

Jun 17 2010 1:08PM
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db21
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Ya. That's a bit cheaper I think too which is nice
Jun 17 2010 10:01PM
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Dan.
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fuck em both. be a true OG and get a pair of AR5s
Jun 17 2010 11:11PM
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