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BRsnowAny thoughts on a 2nd ski choice to bump into a wider ski and progress with all mountain, trees, bumps. Powder? Any input on this ski?
Non_State_ActorTell us a little bit about how you ski, where you ski, your goals for this ski. This is not a ski that appeals to too many on this site so probably not a lot of first hand experience.
BRsnowI ski in Colorado, Winter park/mary Jane. I am newer to skiing but not the mountains. Was an expert boarding from trees, to steeps to backcountry. Looking to work my way there skiing. Older at 51, my buddies call me the turtle, not in hurry to get to the bottom but rather enjoy the ride. Looking for a ski to get me from a 92 waiste rustler 172 to the next level. This ski seems logical in specs and great deals, but not looking to skimp. Currently comfortable on most of groomed front side. Thanks
**This post was edited on Mar 7th 2024 at 11:17:52pm
Non_State_ActorWhat drew you to the Kastles?
I'd like at:
K2 Mindbender 106C
Volkl Blaze 106
Nordica enforcer 104 Free
Elan Ripstick 106
All of those are relatively accessible versatile skis in the mid-fat widths. They all have fairly short turn radii and none will break the bank if you don't get along with them.
Do you have any opportunities to get to a demo day this spring?
BRsnowI am looking for demo days here for sure. The blaze are on the radar as well. The Kastle were on sale sub 400, so did some research and looked good, but certainly open to others.
Non_State_ActorMy only concern about that Kastle model in my briefest Google search is that it's geared toward beginners and it might be quickly limiting even if appropriate immediately. The skis I listed should give you a lot of headroom for advancement with being intimidating from the outset.
Those are all sub-$400 or close on corbetts.com right now. Pair with a set of Salomon Strive 12s (how big are you?) for a $500 clean set up that will last.
Non_State_ActorWhat drew you to the Kastles?
I'd like at:
K2 Mindbender 106C
Volkl Blaze 106
Nordica enforcer 104 Free
Elan Ripstick 106
All of those are relatively accessible versatile skis in the mid-fat widths. They all have fairly short turn radii and none will break the bank if you don't get along with them.
Do you have any opportunities to get to a demo day this spring?
Non_State_Actor175-180. Both are light and nimble skis.
cndrI found the ZX100 to be pretty easy going and more forgiving than the other Kastles I've skied. Easy enough to break loose but still likes being on edge. Good on groomers but still has decent enough float in soft snow. It's a good all around ski.
BRsnowFound a great deal on ranger 102 with shift bindings. Mixed reviews on how agreeable this ski is, anyone have some time on it ?
Non_State_ActorDo you know what year the ranger is from?
