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On the old pivot 1.0 when lengthening the arms to fit a longer boot, what is an unsafe length?? How much of the 3rd hatch mark should show? Cheers

After watching this video I bought a pair of pivot.

The downside of demo bindings being tall in stand height almost seems like it could be a benefit for performance carver skis under 80mm, where having additional leverage is a benefit. Hard to tell what exactly the difference is between flat skis mounted with modern demo bindings and my Blizzard Thunderbird R13 with Marker TPX track system bindings, which seems like a hybrid of a race plate and a demo binding. For something a little less stiff and performance oriented than the Thunderbird, something like the high stand height Tyrolia bindings sound potentially more ideal than the retail binding in the same lineup. This video may be focused on demo bindings, but this is also just a great comparison of the four big binding manufacturers. I have a 2011 K2 Rictor with one of those early Marker Griffon demo bindings, and it definitely seems like demo bindings have come a long way. The older Griffons were noticeably heavier, taller, and had a noticeable rattle that wasn't as confidence-inspiring as the newer Look, Marker, and Salomon/Armada demo bindings I tried in demos the past season. The Tyrolias also sound like they'd be great. That said, I really like what Look is doing with its regular retail SPX binding. That sounds like the best compromise, where I get a standard retail binding experience, but if I really want to lend a ski to a friend for a day, being able to adjust the heel would be just fine. I feel like the approach to adjustability with the Look SPX will suit most people interested in demo bindings for their own personal skis.

Would the e Race Pro be appropriate for the Downhill event? I am mature years now, and I started at boy age 8, taken to Arosa from America for a private teacher. Then, wood ski's were heavy, and stiff. And, even with boots, I tight wrapped "long thongs" at the ankles. Then, I got Head's. The were not that stiff, but they were light. Actually, I do not Vedelin - slalom. I started at Stem Kristi and stayed at it. The only thing I want is the long cruise, "Tuck", on the Bankings. Of course, your edges are your only Bankings sometimes. I don't do jumps. They don't do jumps at Daytona, for example. So, I would sculpt a new mountain: Long Line 2 - 3 miles; Bankings; opens; "Deer Runs"; not super sheer. Insurance required.

I got to test the trail before it was done

Good video. The background music is distracting.

1 more thing...94 w is an amazing tree ski! The rocker makes edges release about as easy as anything ive been on ( that wasn't a total noodle) my 94s bailed me out of a few bad decisions in tight VT woods more than once! So good!!

I think it falls between the cracks because it really isn't for everyone as an all Mountain ski. It's very lightweight which makes it easy to ski, but it's still fairly stiff and reactive. I find that although it's light it, takes someone with pretty strong legs to hold these skis down when there's anything other than pretty smooth conditions. (I'm in NY amd VT, understand you may have had a different experience out west) I love my Blaze 94 w (I'm a male fyi, same construction for both) I ski them aggressively. But they really only shine when there's some fresh snow or some spring conditions. In a few inches of fresh snow these are one of my favorite skis I've ever. I don't want anyone to get the wrong idea !😂 I think an intermediate or below would benefit for something a little bit more damp amd with less rocker..... And let's be honest most people are intermediate or below

at two minutes can somebody pause the video and tell me the name/year of the black pair on the far left? i cant find it anywhere

You got it dude!

She will be missed, I'm sorry for your loss.

Is the 2023 same as 2024 ?

Never mind, just saw it’s in Reno…bummer for me glad for you guys.

Wait, sierra Vista….? I just moved to SV AZ, I’m thinking this ain’t in AZ

Thanks for the video! I have the 2022 Total Joy and did my first two blacks this season!

If only.... RIP meant: Return if Possible 😢

RIP Gypsy. The peanut butter is funny.

Our hearts go out to you both. We truly feel your pain.

I have been skiing for 62 years on many different types/makes of skis. Last year I bought a pair of Stoeckli Montero AR (My first pair of Soecklis, even though I was born in Switzerland). Although I always thought a persons skills and not the equipment make a proficient skier, I must say that these skis almost “ski themselves!” I am extremely pleased with my purchase and highly recommend them!! Well done Stoeckli and well done guys explaining these skis and their differences!! As for the Montero AR model, I couldn’t agree more with your assessment!!

Did not share layup or materials differences between PX/MX products. Unfortunately not in informative comparison for those who want or demand a frontside ski.

Terrific Time Machine interview - thanks for sharing and RIP Bobbie Burns.

Reason for ski change is on stunt may not have been Robbie like the back flip. but not sure

So the changes in the rest of the skis including the 88 is cosmetic?

a comma in the price means I'm not interested period, lol

He says "more generous fit profile" yet fit's more closely alligned with WC boot insofar as reducing overall volume. So I guess on the one hand the more generous fit profile is why you got the MV but it's somehow still a bit lower volume than the old RS MV? Did you get the new RS 130 MV Phil? How do you like the RS off trail. I have a newish pair of 2016 RX 130's (had them in the closet until 2 seasons ago) with 2023 liners which are in decent shape but am looking for an upgrade. I know the RS has stiffer foam so am thinking it won't pack out as fast. Comfort is less a concern than performance and do a fair amount of skiing on piste on EC but still like bumps and spring snow.

My favorite ski I have six pair of them I'm looking for more😊

What are the changes from Katana 108 to new Mantra 108?

Just finished year 7 on the i.Rallys, teaching and skiing. Just love them. Got a new pair of Magnum Supershapes as well last season, didn;t ski them much, snow was thin most of the year in the Northeast. Would love to get a pair of the eRallys for teaching. I'm 6'1" 200 lb. so they seem to be a good fit for me, the way I ski.

Are the Strive demos adjustable without tools? And are the heel and toe both removable without tools?

We need the heel cable back on the market.

If I'm an East Coast skier who likes bumps and trees which one do I choose?

Nothing like a Stockli. I bought some ARs and felt like a 911 racing down the mountain against a herd of Civics and Camry's. This ski reinvigorated my love for skiing!

So I decided to take the plunge on these boots. I have a couple of other sets of boots from K2 and Tecnica and I thought I would give these a shot based on reviews I read. What a mistake Unfortunately purchasing these boots directly from Dahu was an even bigger mistake. It should tell you everything you need to know when the manufacture puts 100% Fit Guarantee on the page but when you read the returns they state no returns whatsoever if you even use the boots on one run and they are terrible. They don’t stand behind their product and that tells you everything about the boots and the company. To me these boots have exactly the problems you would expect. Lack of control of the skis being the worst part. I am an advanced skier who has being skiing every year since a child and I ski as many days as possible a season. That being said these had to be the most out of control boots I have ever felt. They felt heavy, my ankles felt like they were getting pushed around all over the place. They moved in points that no regular ski boot I have tried on before would. They actually felt unsafe to me and I skipped any additional hard runs and came down blues to get them off my feet.

@SkiTalk when is your M7 review going to drop?

Thanks Phil and Tricia, great info here. Do you have any info on the weight difference between the two? I'm not a particularly powerful skier, so I'd be interesting to see the weight diff between these two bindings. Thanks!!

I recently bought a new pair of Elan Ripstick 96 after demoing them, and my experience on the new skis matches the experience I had on the demo pair. I put Marker Griffons on the new skis; I don't recall which bindings were on the demo pair. A couple weeks ago, after a foot of new snow had fallen and I wanted something wider, I demoed a pair of Head Kore 105s. They felt so heavy that I switched back to my Elans in the afternoon and felt much better. Until then, I had never realized how much heavier demo bindings are than their retail counterparts.

Background music was distracting. Did not finish to the end....

Love the Marker product. Given how wide or narrow modern skis are I am always concerned if the bindings fit the ski. I tend to pick a ski separately from the binding. Each is an individual choice hence the need to know if the binding will fit the ski.

Is it okay to put a pivot 15 on a 95mm ski? For the better brake.. Not sure if that would make sense🤷‍♂️

They feel like a 99 mm last. Another ski boots ready of the box to fit general public and one week skiers. Heads up people, this it might be a $850 mistake!

Thank you for the very interesting info on these skis. Keep the ski reviews coming!

Any change to tip and tail rocker, & camber on the M7 from the previous M6? Also what would be the weight comparison between M7 and M6 in the same length?

Hi. I've been skiing the Head Super Joy for 4 years (2020 version). Love them, but they started delaminating and now I am wanting to buy the new Super Joy (2024 or wait for the 2025). But I am affraid it will be much different to what I am used to. It was such a perfect ski, light, nice pop in transition. I'm short and 115 lbs, 60 y. And I ski on the East coast so groomers, ice, and a bit of ciment powder. Will I notice a big difference between the old and new model? Are they stiffer, less forgiving? Thanks.

Skied the new M7 this weekend vs my M6. What stands out most is the wider tip. This made the ski have more edge grip in GS type turns when leaned over and should be better in powder. I found maybe at slow speed fast turns with bases more flat I liked the M6 better for bumps. I have a second ski the Blaze 106 that is my Pow/backcountry ski. Maybe it was the tip but the M7 also feels a tad more damp than the M6 which is good for icy conditions but maybe not as lively as the M6 was my feel. If looking for a one ski quiver with good groomer and powder performance the M7 is an improvement but for me with a 2 ski quiver didn't think it was worth an upgrade to the newest version. I also tried the new Enforcer and Anomaly skis which were improvements over previous but still preferred the Mantra M7.

Does this ski more like the old RS130 before the dual core?

You can’t ignore the Vibestop if you ski hard snow.

How do these perform in moguls?

The first set of skis I bought with my own money were Look Nevada's on Olin Mark 1's and the new Nordica injection molded boots. In the 80's I sold Dynastar, Lange and Look alongside the Geze's as the cornerstone of my ski shop. In an area where K2 was king and they marketed Marker. Sold a lot of the ZR's with upper Dynastar glass models and Fisher Flex skis and those who simply wouldn't buy anything else. I still have a Geze G70 demo board that can demonstrate upward release. I also have a pair of Blizzard SL's [early 90's] with my last pair of Red/white ZR's. Only we called them turntables. Doing heel release tests on them were opposite of practically every other binding. IT WAS SMOOTH! A feature that I think saved me from at least not suffering from any muscle damage due to rapid deceleration leading to a release of the heel caused by Cascade concrete and excessive speed. I have the Rosi 120 and the FKS in orange currently. Both were remounted recently for new boots and passed the tests perfectly. I am glad to learn that Dennis saved the brand name and how he did it. That took some guts but it proved the name had value in the market. I knew Rosi would use the Geze designs under their name and I was fine with that but worried that Look would be lost. Probably ending small independent shops with it. I am more impressed that in bringing back the Pivot that they continued to offer a single pivot and the pincer toe piece as options. I am getting new skis Monday and have been 'Looking' at my options. What I would like to see in the future is a model of pivot bindings that has a tighter range of din settings and focus on selling the customer one that has the skier in the middle for optimal spring performance for the user: 3-9 range for 5-7 din setting as an example. And get away from male, female, racer designations to describe models. Nice collection Phil. Thanks for jogging my memory.

Fischer topsheets designers have absolutely no clue why the pink and the celeste R102 were popular among both men and women. No, this new one wont’ sell among male skiers. It is not even proper purple, it is lavender.

Please sell me a set of brand new 2012 mantras with a sheet of titanium.