Line Tough Top?

After watching the video, I'd venture to say they started using textured topsheet over the traditional smooth topsheet. We use the same stuff on all Moment skis, and it's simply a texture heat rolled into the traditional topsheet material prior to the material being shipped to the ski factory. I could be wrong, and they could be using something else, but I'm fairly confident that's what they're using. It's going to look like clear skateboard grip tape without the rough feel.

Pros:
> doesn't show surface scratches
> slightly helps with chipping
> gives the ski a cool feel and texture

Cons:
> stickers have a hard time sticking to it

hot.pocketAfter watching the video, I'd venture to say they started using textured topsheet over the traditional smooth topsheet. We use the same stuff on all Moment skis, and it's simply a texture heat rolled into the traditional topsheet material prior to the material being shipped to the ski factory. I could be wrong, and they could be using something else, but I'm fairly confident that's what they're using. It's going to look like clear skateboard grip tape without the rough feel.

Pros:
> doesn't show surface scratches
> slightly helps with chipping
> gives the ski a cool feel and texture

Cons:
> stickers have a hard time sticking to it

Do you happen to know anything about Sego or Icelantic topsheets? I've never held any Moment skis but am curious about ski construction and find your comments insightful. My Armadas have regular(very chip prone) topsheets as do my 4FRNTs, though they haven't been skied yet so durability is yet to be seen.

It's very similar to the material used on this season's Candide range from faction, just a textured plastic topsheet material which is much more resistant to scratches and chipping. it's pretty effective from what I've seen of similar things that various brands are using.

mystery3Do you happen to know anything about Sego or Icelantic topsheets? I've never held any Moment skis but am curious about ski construction and find your comments insightful. My Armadas have regular(very chip prone) topsheets as do my 4FRNTs, though they haven't been skied yet so durability is yet to be seen.

Both Sego and Icelantic have similar topsheets, iirc Sego's uses the same texture as the TWP and a good portion of Moments [the clear grip tape texture] while Icelantic has a unique texture [bunch of squares]. In the end it's essentially the same stuff, with most every company uses the same topsheet material with different textures [aside from specialty builds like ON3P's wood veneer topsheet] and the chip prone aspect comes down to individual construction techniques and how each skier treats their skis.

Imo the textured topsheets does help a little with chipping, especially when combined with a full or semi-cap construction. It significantly helps with hiding surfaces scratches as well, you can lightly scratch the top with a razor blade and you won't see any of the damage. Traditional smooth tops show scratches from your fingernail pretty instantly.

hot.pocketBoth Sego and Icelantic have similar topsheets, iirc Sego's uses the same texture as the TWP and a good portion of Moments [the clear grip tape texture] while Icelantic has a unique texture [bunch of squares]. In the end it's essentially the same stuff, with most every company uses the same topsheet material with different textures [aside from specialty builds like ON3P's wood veneer topsheet] and the chip prone aspect comes down to individual construction techniques and how each skier treats their skis.

Imo the textured topsheets does help a little with chipping, especially when combined with a full or semi-cap construction. It significantly helps with hiding surfaces scratches as well, you can lightly scratch the top with a razor blade and you won't see any of the damage. Traditional smooth tops show scratches from your fingernail pretty instantly.

Thanks for the info!