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PJ
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Hey, this is a subject that I know get posted on alot. I would however like to address some specific issues and ask questions regarding 05 equipment. I ski alot in the park. Ive been skiing for a few years, the last 2 almost exclusively in the park. I also ski some back country, but I live in Ontario, so its not saying much. I need a shi that will hold up well on rails, and be good for hitting tables and stuff. I also need something fairly cheap since I need to buy new boots too. Recommendations can include both 03-04, 04-50 models. Thanks

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Dec 13 2004 1:48PM
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DirtyMick
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Volkl Karma's

AK Owns
Dec 13 2004 2:00PM
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gpat
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chronics or PE's those hold up nicely everywhere
Dec 13 2004 2:09PM
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gpat
Posts: 16 - Karma: 10
chronics or PE's those hold up nicely everywhere
Dec 13 2004 2:30PM
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gpat
Posts: 16 - Karma: 10
chronics or PE's those hold up nicely everywhere
Dec 13 2004 2:31PM
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PJ
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Also, I forgot to mention im 6'3 and around 165 lbs if that helps. I heard about some issues on the topsheet of the public enemies. Can anyone tell me more about that? Also whats the flex like and stuff. Thanks.
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Dec 13 2004 3:13PM
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PJ
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Just called the shop I usually go to and they told me they have the Pep Fujas model for $409.00 That ski any good? I wanna be able to use it for jumps and backcountry stuff as well as rails and boxes, so I asume I want a fairly stiff flex. Thanks for your help.
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Dec 13 2004 4:02PM
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freeze717
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400$ is that cnd or usd cause where i live there like $300us
Dec 13 2004 4:09PM
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PJ
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Canadian....eh
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Dec 13 2004 4:09PM
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TeenageWasteland
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if you ski majorly park then the fujatives are nice
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Dec 13 2004 4:16PM
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PJ
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I am a park rat, but are the Fugatives good enough to hold up for maybe a couple seasons on jumps as well? Hows their flex..since theyve got that weird flex pattern for nose and tail presses? Would the PE be a better choice?
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Dec 13 2004 4:26PM
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break_a_leg
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never ridden fujatives but I hear they're pretty soft and have low torsional rigidity, which might not be the best thing for the east coast
Dec 13 2004 4:29PM
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1337chronic
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fujis rock not awsome on groomers but good enough as for backcountry they are fat enough to do some of that.
Dec 13 2004 4:29PM
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PJ
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Can someone tell me any more about any of the skis mentioned so far in this post?
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Dec 13 2004 9:08PM
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PJ
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^BUMP....Seriously, I need some help here. I'd like to get skis by friday...
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Dec 15 2004 5:08PM
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pat-rickdaigle
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fujative or pe

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Dec 15 2004 5:10PM
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PJ
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yeah, which one do you recommend?
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Dec 15 2004 5:12PM
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LastEmperor
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pe, it's stiffer for skiing the rest of the mountain or on ice, but soft enough for the park, and pretty durable on rails in terms of the base and edges. fuji's are just way too soft to ski on fast or on hard snow.



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Dec 15 2004 6:13PM
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winterkid33
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pe are supposd to be good but I have to stand by my AR5s they are so great. I have the 05s they handle great really light and are real strong. and stiff
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Dec 15 2004 10:52PM
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PJ
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Went with AR5s..they seem really strong and have nice flex...mmm cant wait to ski them tomorrow
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Dec 17 2004 11:11PM
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Schoening
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pe's or fujatives




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Dec 17 2004 11:24PM
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LastEmperor
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yeah, that's prob the best choice



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Dec 18 2004 12:55AM
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FUUUCK
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stl 183 or pe 179
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'You're from Ontario, and you're an idiot, meaning that your opinion can pretty much automatically be dismissed worthless. Yes, I can back that up, I used to live there. Moving to BC really opened up my eyes to what skiing is really about. HINT: Skiing isn't about tiny verticals, shit talking, and private clubs galore. Get the fuck out of Glen Eden and Craigleith or Caledon, and get real.'-what jib this thinks of me
Dec 18 2004 7:39AM
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PJ
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Skied my new Armadas yesterday. They were super sick! Been skiing on 164 Line 1260s and I went with 180s so it was a bit of an adjustment. The topsheets held up really well, just got a bit scratched, not a single gouge. The flex was pretty good and held me up on some backseat landings. The AR5s carve like nothing else. Great in the park as well as just riding groomers. Tried riding them in the pipe, they seemed maybe a bit stiff, but I couldn't tell too well cause the pipe sucked. Edges proved to be a bit to sharp for rails, I'll have to get them dulled or ski them a while. I also have to try them out in the 'Ontario backcountry' and see how they handle. They're pretty wide, so they should be decent. Thanks for everyone's help. Peace.
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Dec 19 2004 12:00PM
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