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JP Auclair Signed Alpine Initiatives Armada JJ 175

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davesmatf
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Sup NS, have these sweet skis I got in 175 and wished I could've got in 185 but didn't. They're super limited skis that JP Auclair signed himself and only 60 were made. The top sheet was also hand drawn by JP. Anyways I was wondering if someone might have the 185's and would want to trade for my 175's. I would love to mount and ski these sooo bad but they're a too short for me and in the light of recent events and the passing of two awesome inspirational skiers I really don't know if I should mount and ski them. They have been just sitting as beautiful piece art in my room that bring back good but sad memories. They really don't have a good home to be on display since I have a really small room. If I'm able to get the 185s I might ski them but I don't think i should mount the 175s if someone else could enjoy them more than i can. I would like to see if I can trade them first but if I can't I might let these go to a better home. RIP SIP JP Auclair and Andreas Fransson you two and others are dearly missed.
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Nov 12 2014 12:58AM
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davesmatf
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Bump
Nov 12 2014 1:51PM
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davesmatf
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Bump does anybody have these in 185 and like to trade for 175?
Nov 13 2014 10:13AM
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snomaster
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who the hell is voting to not ski these?!?!?!?
Do you think JP would want those to just hang on a wall OR for someone to get out and have fun on them???
JP was a doer, not a wallflower.
Pay respect: ski, have fun, and get the Alpine Initiative brand some recognition. Those skis also double as conversation starters and their true beauty can only be realized on the mountain around other people!!!
Nov 13 2014 1:31PM
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davesmatf
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snomasterwho the hell is voting to not ski these?!?!?!?
Do you think JP would want those to just hang on a wall OR for someone to get out and have fun on them???
JP was a doer, not a wallflower.
Pay respect: ski, have fun, and get the Alpine Initiative brand some recognition. Those skis also double as conversation starters and their true beauty can only be realized on the mountain around other people!!!


I couldn't agree with you more but I would baby these skis and after a good use I would hang them up in pretty good condition. Then they could also be enjoyed as art. I definitely wouldn't ski them till the edges and base fell off. It just seems wrong to trash them or let them go to waste. That said I do I agree they should see some use for why these skis were purposely made. 100% of the proceeds from these skis went to Alpine Initiatives which greatly helped many people in mountain communities. I think JP would have love to see Alpine Initiatives recieve recognition and for people to spread the word about such a good cause. And I coudnt think of a better place than on the mountain and the lift.
Nov 14 2014 1:20AM
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BaggyShaggy
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totally agree with the comments above, but god damn, look at those graphics! skiing them or not, that shit is art and would look beautiful where ever or how ever they are used! Bump for a truly unique ski! RIP JP
Nov 14 2014 4:54AM
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davesmatf
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BaggyShaggytotally agree with the comments above, but god damn, look at those graphics! skiing them or not, that shit is art and would look beautiful where ever or how ever they are used! Bump for a truly unique ski! RIP JP


Well said sir
Nov 14 2014 10:48AM
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NWskibum
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OP already stated that the 175 is too short of a ski for him and that he needs 185's. My do not mount/ski them vote is based on him asking "should I". Don't mount a ski that is wrong for you, get it into the hands of someone who will only mount it once and ski it knowing that it's the right ski for them.
Nov 14 2014 12:27PM
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davesmatf
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NWskibumOP already stated that the 175 is too short of a ski for him and that he needs 185's. My do not mount/ski them vote is based on him asking "should I". Don't mount a ski that is wrong for you, get it into the hands of someone who will only mount it once and ski it knowing that it's the right ski for them.


I completely agree. The poll was based on me getting the 185s and if I should mount them or not Or if the ski in general should be mounted and skied sorry to be unclear. I did state that I don't think I should mount them when they're to short for me and someone else could enjoy them more and it be the right ski for them.
Nov 14 2014 1:33PM
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davesmatf
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Hey guys I have gotten quite a bit of offers wanted to trade normal 185 JJs that aren't the AL JJs or Alpine Initiatives Colab ones. I know its kinda near impossible but i really wanted the same skis i currently have just in a 185. I just put it out there in hope of somebody having them and being willing to trade. Anyways it doesn't look like anybody does so I like to just go ahead and sell them. I really don't know what to price these at but as far as the the trades go sorry guys I could really use the cash right now so i would have to say no. Ive gotten several offers for people wanting to buy them but just one person offering $500 shipped. I haven't said yes or no but pm any offers you have thanks guys!
Nov 15 2014 12:36AM
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davesmatf
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Bump
Nov 16 2014 10:24AM
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davesmatf
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Hey guys 500 shipped is out the guy bailed so if anyone is interested in buying or trading these let me know.
Nov 18 2014 10:51AM
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davesmatf
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$425 shipped or trade if someone has these in 185s
Dec 2 2014 6:01PM
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ColinBa2
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dont drill them keep them forever
Dec 3 2014 4:27PM
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davesmatf
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Bump
Dec 8 2014 8:48PM
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davesmatf
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Anyone?
Dec 9 2014 10:24PM
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averageMIskier
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Auction it on ebay and donate the money to the auclair family.
Dec 10 2014 11:03AM
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.nasty
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graemeskiiiiiAuction it on ebay and donate the money to the auclair family.


this would be dope! or at least half the money since it is NS and kids need $$!! haha
Dec 10 2014 11:23AM
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mtbakerpow
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Ski them...obviously
Dec 10 2014 12:51PM
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davesmatf
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graemeskiiiiiAuction it on ebay and donate the money to the auclair family.


I gave this a good amount of thought because it would be soo awesome but I'm too broke right now to be giving skis away maybe later.
Dec 11 2014 12:04AM
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davesmatf
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Hey guys I had a bunch of pending offers and people wanting to buy them but no one would come through. Well, someone finally did and these skis have SOLD! For the people that can donate to the Auclair fund and or to Alpine Initiatives please do! Both are great causes and I will do my part, little as it may be for the moment hopefully more so when I'm not so broke. Thanks guys RIP SIP JP Auclair
Dec 11 2014 12:25AM
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