CveteeHi All,

I'm an intermediate skier, but just starting to gain confidence doing a few small tricks (not in the park) but more informal tricks over bins, makeshift jumps, switch skiing etc. I'm looking at buying some (Single use) gear and the owner claims these boots are 'Atomic' but can't tell me much more. Can anyone get an ID on these boots for me - and tell me whether they would be comfortable enough for me? Keeping my heel where it should be? They are definitely my size, but just curious incase I'm buying cheapies.

Also amongst the pack is some single use Armada AR7 2016 twin tips. Curious whether the skis would be suitable for me, and not to advanced. I won't be hitting big jumps anytime soon, just sticking to some small playful jumps, drags, butters, learning ollies properly etc.

Any information would be much appreciated.

Cheers

**This thread was edited on Jul 13th 2017 at 7:48:04am

**This thread was edited on Jul 13th 2017 at 7:48:59am

the ar7s are super good park skis. that doesnt mean theyll be an issue for you, traditional shape park skis like that arent difficult skis to use, what im saying is theyre great skis and i can wholeheartedly recommend them

can't help you on the boots, but i will say you should try to get boots that youve tried on! the fit of the boot is more important than anything else

The boots are Atomic Live Fit 80 (?) from about 5 years ago. They are a wider fitting ski boot, so only buy them if you also have a wide foot. If you are unsure or are not able to try them on, do not spend more than $50 on them. Your ski boot is the most important part of your equipment and getting the wrong boot for your foot/leg/weight is a super bad idea. You can ski well with the wrong skis, but you can't ski well or comfortably with the wrong boots. Ski boots are matched to you, not your skiing style or ability level. So if you get a pair of boots that work well for you, then you can keep them until you grow out of them or become stronger, etc. Save money elsewhere, go get boots that will work for you. Your feet and shins will thank you in the long run.

SofaKingStick & onenerdykid thank you for your advice! Much appreciated!

I like the AR7s and they seem like a popular ski amongst most. What would you say AUD$$$ (or whichever currency works would be for a pair of used AR7s?

The boots I'll try on and suss out whether they are right. Thank you for the ID on the boot onenerdykid.

Cheers

CveteeSofaKingStick & onenerdykid thank you for your advice! Much appreciated!

I like the AR7s and they seem like a popular ski amongst most. What would you say AUD$$$ (or whichever currency works would be for a pair of used AR7s?

The boots I'll try on and suss out whether they are right. Thank you for the ID on the boot onenerdykid.

Cheers

Depends what condition they're in, what model year, etc. what price has been discussed? It will be much easier for us to tell you if a named price is decent rather than appraising a pair of skis we know nothing about

SofaKingSickDepends what condition they're in, what model year, etc. what price has been discussed? It will be much easier for us to tell you if a named price is decent rather than appraising a pair of skis we know nothing about

Sorry - you're right -

2016 AR7s - unsure of what bindings..

Been used once. Scratched tops. Bases have only touched snow, no rails etc.

Original asking price was $900 AUD - including boots above, Rossi carry bag and poles.

Love to know your thoughts

Image attached for reference

CveteeSorry - you're right -

2016 AR7s - unsure of what bindings..

Been used once. Scratched tops. Bases have only touched snow, no rails etc.

Original asking price was $900 AUD - including boots above, Rossi carry bag and poles.

Love to know your thoughts

Image attached for reference

okay so 900 AUD is somewhere around 700 USD i think. i would need someone to ID the bindings. can you tell us what they say on them or anything?

i guess it depends if youre getting the boots or not. i would think odds are against the boots being a good fit for you, but if they are, 700 for boots bindings and skis is okay, not good not bad

so it depends a lot on the bindings and boots. the skis are top of the line skis but you can find them for decent prices (google that)

SofaKingSickokay so 900 AUD is somewhere around 700 USD i think. i would need someone to ID the bindings. can you tell us what they say on them or anything?

i guess it depends if youre getting the boots or not. i would think odds are against the boots being a good fit for you, but if they are, 700 for boots bindings and skis is okay, not good not bad

so it depends a lot on the bindings and boots. the skis are top of the line skis but you can find them for decent prices (google that)

Not able to get the details on bindings but here is a different angle close up. Images aren't great... the seller hasn't really taken care in taking great photos

Thanks for your help on this

Bindings are Marker Squire, not very expensive but good bindings for a beginner/intermediate who is not hard on their gear.

Boots are also lower end, good for lighter weight person /not super strong person with a wide foot.

The problem you need to be aware of with second hand gear is that there is ZERO WARRANTY. Warranties only apply to the original owner, so if you have any issues with the skis, boots, or bindings falling apart, then you are shit out of luck trying to get the company to warranty them. Personally, I would not pay more than 50% of the retail value for used gear in excellent condition (especially when you can find brand new gear with a warranty for 40% off almost anywhere on the internet). $900 AUD seems a bit steep for all of it, tbh. But, Google these items and see what their regular retail value is in your country and then knock off 50%. That would be a good starting point for price negotiation.

onenerdykidBindings are Marker Squire, not very expensive but good bindings for a beginner/intermediate who is not hard on their gear.

Boots are also lower end, good for lighter weight person /not super strong person with a wide foot.

The problem you need to be aware of with second hand gear is that there is ZERO WARRANTY. Warranties only apply to the original owner, so if you have any issues with the skis, boots, or bindings falling apart, then you are shit out of luck trying to get the company to warranty them. Personally, I would not pay more than 50% of the retail value for used gear in excellent condition (especially when you can find brand new gear with a warranty for 40% off almost anywhere on the internet). $900 AUD seems a bit steep for all of it, tbh. But, Google these items and see what their regular retail value is in your country and then knock off 50%. That would be a good starting point for price negotiation.

agreed. you can find better deals, and youll want to try the boots on

if you dont care at all and just wanna be done shopping, it wont be the end of the world to just get the package, assuming the boots fit decently. but i dont think youd be asking here if you cared that little. lotta money to throw down and not be 100% satisfied with your purchase