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Q&A with HG Skis!

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HG_Skis
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Greetings, and happy holidays from the HG Skis Family!

Here is your chance to ask the HG Skis Crew anything.

We are a small ski company based in Burlington, Vermont. We currently offer one ski and have been working to perfect it for well over 4 years: the Stinger. It is the result of looking at how skis break and finding solutions to each problem seen throughout the industry. We solved skiing’s toughest durability issues while maintaining a light, nimble, and responsive ski.

Combining these new technologies with a sidecut typically reserved for GS skis, just enough camber to pop you higher than your friends, and many more features makes the Stinger one of the best skis on the market, both in and out of the park.

Post your questions about the Stinger, our team, upcoming film, or completely irrelevant topics below (Babooshka knows about animals & Jim can recommend a snack for any occasion). As you ask, we answer! Then, Newschoolers will reassemble it into a nice little article at the end of the week.

Feel free to point your questions directly at members of the team, or go at family as a whole. Not sure who makes up HG Skis? Check out our family page on the website: hgskis.com

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Dec 22 2014 9:14AM
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Krotchs_Brother
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HG_SkisWe ride with a ski on each foot, making it plural - HG Skis.


Quality answer.
Dec 23 2014 12:41PM
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steezyjibber
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Would you ever consider moving HG Skis and making it a west coast based company?
Dec 23 2014 1:36PM
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ABalls
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Not sure if this has been asked or not but do you ever plan on producing a powder ski or a more all mountain ski?
Dec 23 2014 2:10PM
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onenerdykid
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Super stoked to see where this has evolved to! I remember when Harrison used to bring his first prototypes into Skirack for tunes. HG have come a long way and it's rad to see!
Dec 23 2014 5:17PM
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ssk
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When can I be back on the team?
Dec 23 2014 9:28PM
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rorywalsh
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whats your fav flavor of beer?
Dec 24 2014 1:25PM
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rorywalsh
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whats your fav flavor of beer?
Dec 24 2014 1:26PM
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glidecam420
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i heard smokedogg and donnie york spent a year abroad living amongst the bums up in montreal just to obtain inspiration for a new edit on the wall at sugarbush. is this true?
Dec 25 2014 8:33AM
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OGhallvard
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why cant I be sponsored by you, and be a part of all these friends?
Dec 25 2014 11:31AM
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epapageorges
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HG_SkisThere is no rocker on the ski, you can see the profile view on our website here:
http://hgskis.com/?page_id=2338

There may be a rockered ski in our future...


Stick with the full camber ski!! You guys are one of the only companies that still put out a symmetrical full camber ski and it's too dope!
Only way to go in the park..
Dec 29 2014 6:53PM
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J_BISCHOF
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HG_SkisASS ASS ASS but im always down with a nice set of cans

-gibbs


no way
Dec 29 2014 8:47PM
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HG_Skis
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mikeyb@jim when is the best time to snap into a slim jim? and have you ever snacked out a girl and got cheeks after?


I haven't eaten a slim jim in almost a year now, I think they're gross. The last time I saw yo girl.

-Jim
Jan 2 2015 4:55PM
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HG_Skis
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grant.I'm doing maplefields breakfast sammies, nutter butters, and slim jims. Is my snack game on point? How can I level up?

Who picasso'd your topsheet?

Also, can we expect some wider dimensions and early rise in sizes above 178?


Maplefields breakfast sandwiches are gross. Add some tangy or sour flavors to diversify the palate. -jim
Phoebe Low was the artist behind this years graphic. Check her out at phoebelow.com

We have some additions which may or may not include a longer length and some rocker for next season. If we disclosed our complete plans, we'd have to kill anyone who reads this thread.
Jan 2 2015 5:03PM
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HG_Skis
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grant.And where's black sam at on this nickname contest?


grant.Never mind, it was illegally changed to Babooshka


After an enlightening session in the woods with Wild Bill the name Babooshka was born and took hold amongst the team. Meet Wild Bill In our latest edit, Sugarfree.
Jan 2 2015 5:05PM
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HG_Skis
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ERICA.MNJim, I'm at the top of the mountain and I'm ready to slay a sick line. I need a quick sweet or salty snack, what do I eat?


Fuckin pretzel m&ms, absolutely, because thats the best thing you can eat at the top of the park.

-Jim
Jan 2 2015 5:06PM
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HG_Skis
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FreeVillainYou got the snacks?


*Jim has the snacks
Jan 2 2015 5:06PM
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HG_Skis
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C.DeJohnHow does frank have such an elaborate vocabulary?


New Jersey has one hell of a school system.
Jan 2 2015 5:09PM
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HG_Skis
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Timotheezy.Who takes down the hottest babes?


I do
-Hunter?
Jan 2 2015 5:10PM
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HG_Skis
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fast_ass_cam_Finally got a pair this season, I would be stoked to see a 181 size. Do you think that is in the works? What about a much stiffer ski with the same shape, how would that play out for you guys? Any hopes?


See our response to grant.
Jan 2 2015 5:11PM
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HG_Skis
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steezyjibberWould you ever consider moving HG Skis and making it a west coast based company?


There is always the allure of moving west. Our roots are here on the East Coast, and we've always believed that if we can develops skis which function on the ice coast, they'll be the best ones anywhere.
Jan 2 2015 5:12PM
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HG_Skis
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ABallsNot sure if this has been asked or not but do you ever plan on producing a powder ski or a more all mountain ski?


Check out our answer to B.Quincy
Jan 2 2015 5:12PM
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HG_Skis
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onenerdykidSuper stoked to see where this has evolved to! I remember when Harrison used to bring his first prototypes into Skirack for tunes. HG have come a long way and it's rad to see!


Whoa, that was way back in the day! We're always thankful to the guys who've helped us out in our earliest stages.
Jan 2 2015 5:13PM
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HG_Skis
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sskWhen can I be back on the team?


Anyone interested in joining the team MUST be as good or better than Charlie Stemen.
Jan 2 2015 5:14PM
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HG_Skis
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jibber1000i heard smokedogg and donnie york spent a year abroad living amongst the bums up in montreal just to obtain inspiration for a new edit on the wall at sugarbush. is this true?


Yes.
Jan 2 2015 5:15PM
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HG_Skis
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OGhallvardwhy cant I be sponsored by you, and be a part of all these friends?


Find us at Sugarbush Parks we are always looking for new friends.
Jan 2 2015 5:16PM
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HG_Skis
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epapageorgesStick with the full camber ski!! You guys are one of the only companies that still put out a symmetrical full camber ski and it's too dope!

Big ups!
epapageorgesOnly way to go in the park..

Amen, we will always have a cambered option, regardless of if we offer rocker.
Jan 2 2015 5:25PM
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HG_Skis
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rorywalshgoin back to SIA this year? gettn ur own booth? you deserve it!


We will not be going to SIA this year. We want to put a heavy focus on product development and getting our skis in as many hands as possible. With all that being said be on the look out for demo stops throughout the east and midwest.
Jan 2 2015 5:30PM
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HG_Skis
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psizzlethe only people I see riding HG skis are kids that I believe are sponsored by them...why would someone choose HG over say Armada or Line?


As a company we've built a lifestyle you can be a part of. Our team is a group of strong east coast skiers who ride in local parks just like you.
Check out our response to skiforce1 about the difference between us and J skis, this gets to the core of what makes us different from all other brands.
Jan 2 2015 5:36PM
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HG_Skis
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~~~~~~~~What is HG skis in 4 word or less?


Small & Potent
Jan 2 2015 5:41PM
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HG_Skis
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rorywalshwhats your fav flavor of beer?


Bleu
Jan 2 2015 5:42PM
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tac0.slayer
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Why have I never heard of HG skis?
Jan 2 2015 5:44PM
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Park.
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HG_SkisThis is a great question. The fact is, despite the obvious similarities you have pointed out, there are many qualities of HG Skis which separate us from J skis.

HG Skis developed a brand and a product in the trenches. We built a team which tested our products in the streets to meet the needs of today’s freeskiers. We’ve been doing this for 4 years. We’re very sure of who we are - a tight knit company of friends. We create what we enjoy.

As far as our tip and tail construction: We’ve adjusted the position of where our edge ends to below the ski tip contact point. This means no edge bending is required before pressing, and thus less stress in the ski assembly. This has eliminated the issue of edges blowing out the sides of a ski tip.

Our skis will certainly ride differently than J Skis. Comparing his 2 similar models to the Stinger, we see the Stinger has 12mm of camber compared to J’s 3mm. This is why we have one of the poppiest skis on the market. Camber helps push you up when you release your ollie (imagine if a trampoline could extend past flat and push you up). Our sidecut is also 18m compared to 20m and 21m. This means the Stinger will hook you into tighter turns, making it extremely nimble and quick. The Stinger is a symmetrical center mount ridden ski.

There’s no doubt that HG Skis and J Skis are in the same market. While we’ve taken different approaches to building our skis and company, we are both looking to achieve similar goals: create a more enjoyable skiing experience, and continue to push the sport forward.

-HG

To add onto this, a friend of mine has j skis and my HGs are noticeably more durable and a more solid ride
Jan 2 2015 7:39PM
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