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.MASSHOLE.
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Well, the season hasn't even ended for some lucky few out in CO and UT, but DPS has already teased us with a picture of a new pair of skis. Looks VERY different than what they normally produce.

[Link to hub of all Newschoolers Coverage of 2017-2018 Product]

https://www.instagram.com/p/BFj5-fEpxPx/?taken-by=dpsskis

[Editor's Updates from Newschoolers at SIA]

Line Skis

Armada Skis

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Jan 27 2017 3:34PM
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Straight ballin' #blackcrowsskis

A photo posted by Kevin McNeil (@kmcolorado) on Jan 25, 2017 at 9:11pm PST


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Jan 27 2017 3:37PM
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Movement:

Jan 27 2017 3:46PM
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Jan 27 2017 3:55PM
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Don't know why uploads are so little these days, here's some more rossi, looks about as interesting as always..

Jan 27 2017 3:59PM
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Apologies for all of the separate posts

Faction full catalogue:
https://issuu.com/actionsportagency/docs/5282_faction_aw_2017-18_dealer_work
Jan 27 2017 4:22PM
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skidemon22
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scratchskier321someone post pics of new rossi slat and scratch


scratch is the same as this year, which is the same as last year. rossi is really getting some mileage out that graphic/ ski design. Slat is gone
Jan 27 2017 6:27PM
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a_burger
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skidemon22Slat is gone


rip
Jan 27 2017 6:31PM
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skidemon22
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a_burgerrip


see my post above about a possible black ops slat?
Jan 27 2017 6:55PM
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scratchskier321
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skidemon22scratch is the same as this year, which is the same as last year. rossi is really getting some mileage out that graphic/ ski design. Slat is gone


ya its really lame. just more reasons to buy armada i guess... rossi seems to care less, less and more less every year with their park skis.
Jan 27 2017 7:16PM
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Revelinyourstoke
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scratchskier321someone post pics of new rossi slat and scratch




No slat.
Jan 27 2017 7:58PM
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HuckNorris44
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The new E Dollo graphic (although much like this years) looks really sick. The B Dog is such a fun ski but not a fan of the top sheet
Jan 27 2017 8:26PM
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kpudgar
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GnarcoThe new E Dollo graphic (although much like this years) looks really sick. The B Dog is such a fun ski but not a fan of the top sheet


Thanks dude!
Was really waiting to see a full pic of those!!
Jan 28 2017 5:07AM
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funkynuggz
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Armada's U been waiting for
Jan 28 2017 6:00AM
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Shoey-Ski
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Anyone have On3p?
Jan 28 2017 12:26PM
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wrichmond
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iggyskier post the new sticks!
Jan 28 2017 1:47PM
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.nasty
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Wonder if Rossi will ever make a 7 series ski that doesn't look like a rental ski...
Jan 28 2017 1:50PM
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jblaski
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To anyone at SIA, is there any word on a Version 2 of the Black Diamond Jetforce packs?
Jan 28 2017 4:44PM
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patagonialuke
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jblaskiTo anyone at SIA, is there any word on a Version 2 of the Black Diamond Jetforce packs?


BD wasn't there. But from what I hear from ORWM they did not present the new version, so looks like they won't officially be available for next season.
Jan 28 2017 8:08PM
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scratchskier321
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GnarcoThe new E Dollo graphic (although much like this years) looks really sick. The B Dog is such a fun ski but not a fan of the top sheet


those are pretty sick. love the thall's
Jan 29 2017 12:00AM
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chicken
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any pics of the new attacks?
Jan 29 2017 7:36PM
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Swandog7
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chickenany pics of the new attacks?


All new Tyrolia stuff is out, linked in the 2017-2018 gear article floating around somewhere along with most new stuff from SIA
Jan 29 2017 8:11PM
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NigelStein
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https://www.private-distribution.com/app/.../armada+1718_Hardgoods_Catalog.pdf
2018 Armada Catalog
Jan 30 2017 2:54PM
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.lencon
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I just cant wait for all the new ON3P to drop.

The Cease & Desists now have asymmetric tip/tails and have a new offset tip/tail shape (think K2 Marksman kinda). The 10% I have seen look great graphic wise. I don't even want a C&D, but they would be fun to demo on a pow day for sure.

The Billy Goats have asymmetric tip/tails as well now... might have to make this my touring ski since the BG is now pretty versatile compared to past years.
Jan 30 2017 5:28PM
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SofaKingSick
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.lenconI just cant wait for all the new ON3P to drop.

The Cease & Desists now have asymmetric tip/tails and have a new offset tip/tail shape (think K2 Marksman kinda). The 10% I have seen look great graphic wise. I don't even want a C&D, but they would be fun to demo on a pow day for sure.

The Billy Goats have asymmetric tip/tails as well now... might have to make this my touring ski since the BG is now pretty versatile compared to past years.


you mean like left vs right? why?
Jan 30 2017 5:31PM
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.lencon
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SofaKingSickyou mean like left vs right? why?


I think so..

And I am not sure their take on it, but I'm guessing it makes it float/surf/smear/pivot better. I have heard really good things about Left/Right specific skis when you are skiing directionally and in the pow.
Jan 30 2017 5:33PM
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.lencon
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I thought I quoted this, but someone tell me more about those Solly tech binders..
Jan 30 2017 5:38PM
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tomPietrowski
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.lenconI thought I quoted this, but someone tell me more about those Solly tech binders..


so the salomon and atomic tech binding has actually been on the market for almost a year now in canada and europe. The one on sale now does not have a brake so was not allowed to be sold in the states. Next season it has been updated with a brake so will be available in america.

It is more on the lightweight style (think radical 2) rather then the kingpin style. It does feature a pretty cool interchangeable heel pin system though. You can use thicker or thinner pins for a higher or lower release. Despite its lighter weight design guys like cody townsend have been riding big lines on it so its no featherweight rando option.

The other big thing from salomon is the new alp x boot. It is eseentially an arcteryx procine with a mnt lab lower. salomon developed the proclinewith arcteryx so its no real surprise to see it added to sollys line. It features a much higher range of motion and lighter weight then the mtn lab but is not as burly so the mtn lab is still the big mountain touring boot and the new one is more the true touring option.

Im going to do some follow up articles on the new tech stuff which was brushed upon by the sia coverage. What gear are you guys interested in? There is a ton of new stuff Im going to cover but is there anything in particular you are interested in?
Jan 30 2017 6:51PM
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.lencon
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tomPietrowskiso the salomon and atomic tech binding has actually been on the market for almost a year now in canada and europe. The one on sale now does not have a brake so was not allowed to be sold in the states. Next season it has been updated with a brake so will be available in america.

It is more on the lightweight style (think radical 2) rather then the kingpin style. It does feature a pretty cool interchangeable heel pin system though. You can use thicker or thinner pins for a higher or lower release. Despite its lighter weight design guys like cody townsend have been riding big lines on it so its no featherweight rando option.

The other big thing from salomon is the new alp x boot. It is eseentially an arcteryx procine with a mnt lab lower. salomon developed the proclinewith arcteryx so its no real surprise to see it added to sollys line. It features a much higher range of motion and lighter weight then the mtn lab but is not as burly so the mtn lab is still the big mountain touring boot and the new one is more the true touring option.

Im going to do some follow up articles on the new tech stuff which was brushed upon by the sia coverage. What gear are you guys interested in? There is a ton of new stuff Im going to cover but is there anything in particular you are interested in?


Super interested in more about the Salomon tech. Also the Salomon boot that's similar to the Procline.

I'll keep you posted if I want to know about anything else;)

What brands can you get your hands on though?
Jan 30 2017 6:59PM
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tomPietrowski
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.lenconSuper interested in more about the Salomon tech. Also the Salomon boot that's similar to the Procline.

I'll keep you posted if I want to know about anything else;)

What brands can you get your hands on though?


Well I worked the BC version of sia so know and have seen about all the major brands. There are a ton of new products out there which were sadly missed at SIA. There is a lot of new boot tech for sure. Small brands will be harder for me to cover though.
Jan 30 2017 7:06PM
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tomPietrowskiWell I worked the BC version of sia so know and have seen about all the major brands. There are a ton of new products out there which were sadly missed at SIA. There is a lot of new boot tech for sure. Small brands will be harder for me to cover though.


Catamarans pls
Jan 30 2017 7:46PM
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gapersarefriends
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gapersarefriendsCatamarans pls


And new 4FRNT!!! Specifically whatever the new KYE is called and the inthayne
Jan 30 2017 7:47PM
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tomPietrowski
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gapersarefriendsCatamarans pls


gapersarefriendsAnd new 4FRNT!!! Specifically whatever the new KYE is called and the inthayne


catamarans i actually have a review of as i was riding them for the last month or so.

4frnt ill have to see if they show up for any of the demos
Jan 30 2017 8:18PM
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VTtreeskier
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tomPietrowskiso the salomon and atomic tech binding has actually been on the market for almost a year now in canada and europe. The one on sale now does not have a brake so was not allowed to be sold in the states. Next season it has been updated with a brake so will be available in america.

It is more on the lightweight style (think radical 2) rather then the kingpin style. It does feature a pretty cool interchangeable heel pin system though. You can use thicker or thinner pins for a higher or lower release. Despite its lighter weight design guys like cody townsend have been riding big lines on it so its no featherweight rando option.

The other big thing from salomon is the new alp x boot. It is eseentially an arcteryx procine with a mnt lab lower. salomon developed the proclinewith arcteryx so its no real surprise to see it added to sollys line. It features a much higher range of motion and lighter weight then the mtn lab but is not as burly so the mtn lab is still the big mountain touring boot and the new one is more the true touring option.

Im going to do some follow up articles on the new tech stuff which was brushed upon by the sia coverage. What gear are you guys interested in? There is a ton of new stuff Im going to cover but is there anything in particular you are interested in?


Have been looking around but yet to hear if there are any changes to the Marker Kingpin of Salomon MTN Lab boot. Thanks for any info!
Jan 30 2017 8:56PM
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VTtreeskier
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tomPietrowskiso the salomon and atomic tech binding has actually been on the market for almost a year now in canada and europe. The one on sale now does not have a brake so was not allowed to be sold in the states. Next season it has been updated with a brake so will be available in america.

It is more on the lightweight style (think radical 2) rather then the kingpin style. It does feature a pretty cool interchangeable heel pin system though. You can use thicker or thinner pins for a higher or lower release. Despite its lighter weight design guys like cody townsend have been riding big lines on it so its no featherweight rando option.

The other big thing from salomon is the new alp x boot. It is eseentially an arcteryx procine with a mnt lab lower. salomon developed the proclinewith arcteryx so its no real surprise to see it added to sollys line. It features a much higher range of motion and lighter weight then the mtn lab but is not as burly so the mtn lab is still the big mountain touring boot and the new one is more the true touring option.

Im going to do some follow up articles on the new tech stuff which was brushed upon by the sia coverage. What gear are you guys interested in? There is a ton of new stuff Im going to cover but is there anything in particular you are interested in?


Any word on changes to Kingpin or MTN Lab boot?
Jan 30 2017 8:58PM
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tomPietrowski
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VTtreeskierAny word on changes to Kingpin or MTN Lab boot?


new graphics for the mtn lab and slight change of name but same boot. The kingpin is unchanged
Jan 30 2017 9:32PM
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VTtreeskier
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tomPietrowskinew graphics for the mtn lab and slight change of name but same boot. The kingpin is unchanged


Got it, thanks and sorry for the double post
Jan 30 2017 9:42PM
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marcel_ID
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.lenconI think so..

And I am not sure their take on it, but I'm guessing it makes it float/surf/smear/pivot better. I have heard really good things about Left/Right specific skis when you are skiing directionally and in the pow.


haven't seen their take on the C&D but what was said about the BG on TGR was less hookness on crud and wind blown! I'm excited to try... same dimensions and sizes
Jan 30 2017 10:39PM
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funkynuggz
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kpudgarThanks dude!
Was really waiting to see a full pic of those!!


2019 BDog and Magic J will look like the edollos but with a hound dog with dreads and a lion with dreads.
Jan 31 2017 1:30PM
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SputumDavits
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The new Confession, Rtm 86 and Rtm 84 from Volkl. Also the all new Volkl Kanjo
Jan 31 2017 2:48PM
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marcel_ID
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SputumDavitsThe new Confession, Rtm 86 and Rtm 84 from Volkl. Also the all new Volkl Kanjo


are the vwerks katana still in the line? haven't seen anything about it in the gear guide
Jan 31 2017 7:18PM
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skidemon22
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marcel_IDare the vwerks katana still in the line? haven't seen anything about it in the gear guide


they are, graphic change only
Feb 1 2017 1:33AM
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SEABURN
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stoked on the new spur!
Feb 1 2017 12:36PM
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SofaKingSick
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SEABURN


stoked on the new spur!


"Binding: Flat"

huh? does that just mean there's no mounting plate or something?
Feb 1 2017 2:28PM
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SEABURN
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SofaKingSick"Binding: Flat"

huh? does that just mean there's no mounting plate or something?


YUP
Feb 1 2017 2:31PM
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tomPietrowski
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SofaKingSick"Binding: Flat"

huh? does that just mean there's no mounting plate or something?


when a company says that it indicates its a non system ski so any regular binding can be mounted on it
Feb 1 2017 3:29PM
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SofaKingSick
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SEABURNYUP


tomPietrowskiwhen a company says that it indicates its a non system ski so any regular binding can be mounted on it


Worddd thanks guys
Feb 1 2017 3:34PM
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cozyco
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SEABURN


stoked on the new spur!

192 for a phat charger? who s going to ride that? minions?

beeing tall sucks ass if you re looking for skis. 4frnt and movement are the only ones caring about us. It doesn t seem to change in the upcoming years. 190-192cm seems to be a magic barrier for current and 17/18 line ups. pussies.
Feb 1 2017 3:42PM
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Kbob94
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_faaa192 for a phat charger? who s going to ride that? minions?

beeing tall sucks ass if you re looking for skis. 4frnt and movement are the only ones caring about us. It doesn t seem to change in the upcoming years. 190-192cm seems to be a magic barrier for current and 17/18 line ups. pussies.


I ride a 195 armada JJ zero. I know a good majority of armadas a person can get in that 190-195 range.
Feb 1 2017 4:29PM
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cozyco
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Kbob94I ride a 195 armada JJ zero. I know a good majority of armadas a person can get in that 190-195 range.


As far as I m aware, the 195 jjs do not measure true to length. the 195 is more likely a 192. But if you re 6'2", everything below 195 feels like short park sticks.

I am really happy with the 194 Devestators. If 4frnt would make a 202-205 devastator, I d buy 3... such a nice, stiff but playful ski.
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