JJ 2.0 vs Bentchetler

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Jul 13 2016 1:56AM

Alright, so I'm in the market for a new pair of pow sticks since I blew an edge on my old ones last year, and I'm hoping to make this pair of skis last me the next 3-4 years.

I know that both of these skis are incredible, as I've watched/read/heard people talk very highly of both of them, but I'm really torn between the two. I was able to take a few laps on some demo Bents this past season, and even though it was a hardpack day they still skied awesome and I really liked them. I have never skied the JJ, but I've also heard nothing but good things about them. I'm also partly making my decision based on durability, since I'm fairly hard on my gear.

So, which do you guys like better, and why?

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Negromancer

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Jul 13 2016 4:13AM

I'd pick the JJ's if you like making tighter faster turns and if you're not always going to be using them for powder because they've got a shorter turning radius and are slightly narrower. I can also say that the Armadas I've owned have been fantastic for durability.

If however you like making longer turns and are going to be using these skis primarily for powder then I'd go with the

Bentchetler. I haven't owned a pair of Atomic's before however I am pretty sure (correct me if I'm wrong here) Atomic and Armada come from the same factory and Atomic has a good reputation so I'm sure they'll be fine.

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Rodigan

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Jul 13 2016 5:48AM

demo the new Kartel 116 you will have more fun all over the mountain and they will last longer

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adamohurd

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Jul 13 2016 3:49PM

JJ is a tank, bentchetler is super fun but kinda a noodle in comparison. JJ still is playful, but the flex points are better in my opinion. I ride my 2013 jj's as a daily driver. the JJ 2.0 fixed any complaints i've ever had about my JJ's. Send em.

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adamohurd

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Jul 13 2016 3:49PM

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