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Overall This should be getting a 10/10 in all honesty. I was just so disappointed in the topsheets performance I can't do it. Here's the final verdict: If you fit the size "requirements" (under 6'2 or 190lbs.) and don't mind looking down at some beat up skis, these are for you. They really are a steal. Performance Park performance is grade A for sure. I had never owned a park ski with over and 81 underfoot, so stepping up to the 93 underfoot Anthem was quite the change. At first I hated the extra bit of ski and wished I had opted for the Invader, but after a few park laps I loved it. It adds so much control on your rails and brings a little all-mountain versatility to your park ski. BUT DO NOT BUY AN ANTHEM IF YOU'RE LOOKING FOR A ONE SKI QUIVER. I'm sorry, but it just doesn't cut it if you have more than about 4 inches of fresh on the ground. Also, I was shocked on how fast the bases were and how well they've stood up to the abuse. Design I think the Limited Edition graphics are kinda hit or miss. I personally love my Octolands, but I've heard tons of negatives too. Everyone seems to be a big fan of the bases though. Value Great deal IMO. The MSRP on these is around $400, but if you look around or wait until the end of a season I've seen them new for around $250. And for the quality of ski I really don't think anyone can beat that. Fit I'm 6'1 and 170 lbs. I wouldn't have wanted these skis to be any shorter, that's for sure. I wouldn't recommend these to anyone with much park experience if they're over 6'0. The mixture of their soft flex, the fact that Line's always seem to run a little short, and the centermounted bindings make these ski more like 171's instead of 178's. Characteristics The flex pattern is amazing. I personally am a big fan of softer skis in general, and the Anthem definitely is that ski. Also with the fact that it's bidirectional and has the same exact flex pattern all the way means it really does ride the same switch as it does regular. Something that Line promised but I was extremely skeptical about until I rode them for myself. Durability This is my only gripe with my Anthems and kinda Line's in general, their topsheet durability is trash. I know this shouldn't matter all that much, because they're just visuals, but I bought the Anthem partially because I loved Pollard's design so much. I honestly think that they have chipped more than any other ski I've had in the first season. But the bases on the other hand have been nothing short of spectacular. These skis were used 30+ days on the mountain plus at least 20 backyard sessions and the bases show little wear. I've ran over anything from wood to rocks and the bases are clean, and I think that's the true testament to a skis durability.
Overall Overall, amazing ski. Super fun and versatile. The soft flex and rocker make these extremely usable all over the mountain. If you can afford these with a decent set of binders (I suggest something with over a 12 DIN) and you have a space in your quiver, take the chance and make the purchase. I can almost guarantee you won't regret it. Performance These straight up kill it everywhere. Pow: Somehow in powder these skis' underfoot expands when it hits powder. The 105mm mid skis more like a 120mm. I have yet to have these in more than 8in. of fresh, but from what I have experienced they work great. Groomers: This is the only rockered ski that I have been on that can actually hold an edge on the groomed stuff. Even at high speeds I don't get that usual chatter that comes from things with early rise. Park: Fun park machines. The soft flex makes butters and hand drags fun and honestly a breeze. I've never had an easier time carving off jumps and they are surprisingly smooth in the air for their size. (Probably also due to the fact that mine are almost mounted center.) They're even decent on rails and boxes, besides they're a little heavier than I would choose. Not that that is too avoidable. Design I don't mind the graphics, but I'm also not a huge fan. Currently mine are mounted with Marker Jesters. I'm thinking of dying the bindings either neon green or purple, then I think they'll be done. :-) Value I bought mine used, three days before me. I got them for $425 shipped with Jesters, so mine were a pretty damn good deal. I think so anyway. Fit As, most of us know, K2's always seem to run a little long. Same with these, my 179's run closer to a 184 which is really no biggie. I'm 6'1 170 lbs. and for what I use these for. (They basically fill the spot between my park skis and true pow skis.) Characteristics Like I've said before, I love soft skis. The Seth's are no different. Definitely soft, but no where near the Hellbent. The 10/20 rocker design in both the tip and tail also adds and ton to the flex and overall fun of this ski. Durability Not only are K2's known for long measurements, but also topsheet chipping and slicing. These are the same case, but it's really no biggie. Nothing a little Gorilla Glue doesn't fix, and it's not as severe as my Anthems. The bases are also doing well, one scratch but it's nowhere near the core.
