Best All-Mountain Skis of 2022-2023 | Powder7 Buyer's Guide

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  • Опубликовано: 4 окт 2024

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  • @WhatisHealth-q7l
    @WhatisHealth-q7l Год назад +4

    I picked up a pair of QST 92. Haven't skied in a decade, hope I picked right! 150 pounds 5'6 160cm skis. "Skiing for Fun and Fitness"

  • @alessandroizzo2366
    @alessandroizzo2366 Год назад +6

    The qst 98 is a blast in every terrain… I totaly agree 🤙🏼

    • @JM-zs5hp
      @JM-zs5hp Год назад +2

      They are garbage skis. They fall apart in 30-40 hard days on the mountain.

    • @Brosef336
      @Brosef336 Год назад

      @@JM-zs5hprecommendations for durable skis in this category? Ski on the east and umm let’s just say the pow ain’t deep so I sometimes hit rocks.

    • @boverkest6437
      @boverkest6437 10 месяцев назад

      J skis masterblaster if you're still looking @@Brosef336

  • @tonyg3091
    @tonyg3091 Год назад +3

    Stockli SR95. The women’s equivalent will be Nela 88 not 96.

    • @powder7skis
      @powder7skis  Год назад +1

      Thanks for watching!! I think it just depends how you look at it. Stockli categorizes the Nela 80 as an all-mountain piste ski with the Nela 88 and SR88. They include the Nela 96 in the freeride category alongside the SR 95 and 102. In person, I think the Nela 96 has a more similar rocker profile to the SR95 than the Nela 88 does. But that's just me. I've been on the Nela 88 + SR 88, and find them really comparable, with the Nela just being suited for lighter riders better.

    • @tonyg3091
      @tonyg3091 Год назад

      @@powder7skis Nela 88 is the 50/50 ski in this line. Same as SR95.

  • @ezpznoob8092
    @ezpznoob8092 Год назад +2

    Idk I just want a ski that'd easy to hop turn and can ride over chunks in a straightline

  • @Yoda8945
    @Yoda8945 Год назад

    I bought a set of Rustler 10's this year and could not ski them. I believe that it was due to the unusual mounting point for the bindings which is two inches further forward than any other 180cm skis.
    if you ski sitting back, they would be great. For me, they dove into the deep powder like a submarine.
    I much prefer my Bonafides.

  • @finerbiner
    @finerbiner Год назад +1

    I picked up a pair of Enforcer 110's used because I saw a ridiculous deal.
    I ski them in moguls, trees, groomers, crud and they do not seem in any way hard to handle. Love them!
    FTR- 58 yrs and weigh 140lb.

  • @Behine.DeChilis
    @Behine.DeChilis Год назад +1

    Season Eqpt Kin!

  • @chriskimber7179
    @chriskimber7179 Год назад +3

    no Ripstick??
    oh well, maybe they'll still be in stock then...

  • @mkrnjic2612
    @mkrnjic2612 Год назад +3

    no Maverick and Mantra? 😬

  • @alex_sede
    @alex_sede Год назад +2

    I think fischer ranger 102 should be in that list.

    • @marpbb
      @marpbb Год назад

      SO AS ELAN RIPSTICK

  • @thomasmedeiros5722
    @thomasmedeiros5722 Год назад +8

    Your choices are more western that Eastern based. If you live in New England you would include the Brahma 88 , Enforcer 88, Kendo 88 to ski the frequent firmer machine groomed granular conditions. The Brahma 88 is my everyday driver and the Enforcer 94 is my ski for our version of a powder day. My advice to customers is to buy a ski for the conditions you will most often be skiing. On the Ice Coast it’s frequently fast and frozen. I just added a Deacon 84 to the line up.

    • @powder7skis
      @powder7skis  Год назад +4

      For sure, Thomas! Since we're based in Colorado, we for sure lean towards the mid-90s range for all-mountain recommendations. We have a frontside (or firm snow oriented) video coming out soon, where we talk about the Kendo and Brahma! Both killer skis!

    • @facedown9754
      @facedown9754 Год назад

      Correct...try running a fat 100 rocket down ice! It's gonna be squirrely and not fun...but for your most common conditions and where you ski...

    • @cvn6555
      @cvn6555 Год назад +2

      I ski in Pennsylvania and Colorado. The Black Crows Navus has been truly excellent on icy corduroy and in the steep and deep stuff.

    • @powder7skis
      @powder7skis  Год назад +1

      @@cvn6555 great ski, we wish Black Crows still made it

    • @philipgardiner2003
      @philipgardiner2003 Год назад

      Atomic Backland 100 vs Nordica Enforcer 98 Unlimited (60/40- Backcountry/resort)… GO!

  • @alessandroizzo2366
    @alessandroizzo2366 Год назад +2

    Missing the new fischer line 😮

    • @powder7skis
      @powder7skis  Год назад +2

      Check our big mtn video for the Ranger 108

  • @matth3903
    @matth3903 Год назад +2

    The mindbender's are actually around 160 grams lighter than the outgoing version.

    • @powder7skis
      @powder7skis  Год назад

      Good catch! Once we get our new skis in, I'm curious to weigh them and see if we get the same weight differences Blister saw.

    • @KJT1220
      @KJT1220 Год назад

      @@powder7skis There is also less metal in the tip and more in the tails..

    • @matth3903
      @matth3903 Год назад

      @@powder7skis They are notably lighter when holding both versions of the ski.

    • @matth3903
      @matth3903 Год назад

      @@KJT1220 Not sure how I feel about that change, pretty much the main reason I haven't bought a pair. Worried the tips are too soft now and probably preferred less in the tail.

    • @KJT1220
      @KJT1220 Год назад

      @@matth3903 it is 100% less ski this year. Which is funny because I’m a huge 108 fan and the tails feel my much more supportive on this years 108.

  • @darinsmith2458
    @darinsmith2458 Год назад +1

    You guys rock or slow jam depending on the mood.. Anyways, I already bought 2 pairs of skis from you without using them 2021 DPS Wailer F100 x 184 and 2021 Kastle 96 FX HP x 180 (slightly used) and I can't wait to use both..
    A couple things.. First off.. I am your typical Stockli person.. I have a pair of 2016 Stormrider 88s which I brought into the shop a couple times.. I love those skis for hardpack and groomers.. Absolutely no speed limit.. They do like getting up to speed to perform.. It sure does look like the 95s are a lot different than the 88s but I still want to step up to the 102s.. It sounds like they no longer make 105s.. If I could get a deal on 102s or 105s I probably would.. Maybe even the 95s..
    The last thing I want to mention and I think you know about it but I broke my arm on 3.14.2022 on QST 106 x 188. The overall size of the skis might have been too much for me to handle.. The thing about that day was it was a holiday and there was a ton of people.. There was also a couple inches of fresh powder that instantly turned into crud.. If I could have just been doing cruiser long radius floaty turns I probably would have been fine.. The skis were amazing in regards that they could go over anything without getting affected.. My guess is those 98s would probably do pretty much the same and I would imagine those Stance for women would too.. I have heard phenomenal things about the QSTs Stances and Blanks.. Do you have Blanks and do you have anything to say on them?

    • @powder7skis
      @powder7skis  Год назад

      Bummer about the arm, Darin! Hope the recovery has gone smoothly. All those Stormriders are sick, just depends on how wide/freeride you want to go. They're good at speed and also surprisingly freeridey, especially the 102s. To your second question, we're big Blank fans here at the shop. I have a pair, actually. Not as bomber as a Stormrider 112 would be (which doesn't exist unfortunately) but still pretty strong and super versatile. -Matt

    • @darinsmith2458
      @darinsmith2458 Год назад

      @@powder7skis Thanks Matt.. Hey I went skiing twice and got a chance to use my Kastle and my DPS.. I am very happy with both and thanks again.. Kastle was opening day at Keystone and they clocked in at 49.5 with a ton of people and they got a lot more and the DPS clocked in at 48.5 and that is pretty much the speed limit and I am totally cool with that.. They both do have a different feel from each other so I am not exactly sure which I will use when conditions get cruddy, slushy, powdery;)

    • @powder7skis
      @powder7skis  Год назад

      @@darinsmith2458 Super fun to have multiple options. Awesome!

    • @darinsmith2458
      @darinsmith2458 Год назад

      @@powder7skis It sure is.. I would love to be a ski tester.. You guys have a lot of good equipment..

  • @dieze21
    @dieze21 Год назад +2

    No mantra m6?

    • @powder7skis
      @powder7skis  Год назад +2

      We do love the M6 (especially Matt), but we only have so much time! I think lots of folks here at the shop are partial to the Kendo 88, which gets love in our frontside video (coming soon!)

  • @mikewiese8167
    @mikewiese8167 Год назад

    Hi, I am trying to decide on a ski purchase this week...here are the contenders..Elan Wingman 86 CTI Fusion X, Volkl Deacon 84, Volkdo Kendo 88 and Elan Ripstick 88. I live in Pittsburgh but will have more skiing days in Colorado this year in January and March..total days out west 11..vs probably 5 at home. I am in mid 60's and have been skiing for 58 years...not as aggressive as in the past...mainly groomed slopes (east) and hopefully more powder west... real thoughts on what I should by...5'8 and 200lbs. Thanks

    • @powder7skis
      @powder7skis  Год назад

      Wingman is the choice for groomer focus, but with those CO trips and a little powder chasing, I'd lean toward the Kendo or Ripstick. Kendo is sturdier/heavier/more stable; Ripstick is lighter and more playful and a little better for powder and off-piste skiing. I don't think you can go wrong either way, it just depends on what type of feel you're going for. -Matt

  • @JasonD-yc3oy
    @JasonD-yc3oy Год назад +2

    Those skis are not for average recreational skiers... simply too wide to maneuver

    • @powder7skis
      @powder7skis  Год назад

      Lots of average recreational skiers love skis around 100mm underfoot for all mountain skiing. And lots don't and want narrower. All about personal preference and where you usually ski!

  • @davidmccleve8562
    @davidmccleve8562 Год назад

    What do you think of the new Ripstick? Why didn't it make the cut?

    • @powder7skis
      @powder7skis  Год назад +1

      The Ripsticks haven't changed internally in a couple of years now. It's an all time favorite here-- just spreading some love to other, newer models! Spoiler: Elan has a new ski next year that we're super stoked on! More info on that soon. -Alex

  • @topgunshan
    @topgunshan Год назад

    Guys, great video but now I’m more confused than ever! Tell us your no 1! I know…you can’t. Wish you could. 😩

    • @powder7skis
      @powder7skis  Год назад

      We have to keep some things a secret!! :) feel free to give us a shout at the shop for some advice picking between models!

  • @AndrewCordes-io2ib
    @AndrewCordes-io2ib Год назад

    Curious... Salomon Stance 94 seems to fit my type of skiing best. Can they be used by a guy?

    • @powder7skis
      @powder7skis  Год назад

      Great question! You totally can! The men's vs. women's thing comes down to an often slightly thinner/softer core in women's models to be easier to flex for someone who leans on the lighter side of things. BUT, for this ski, Salomon actually found the core in the Stance 94 to hit the best balance of performance and play, so next year ALL models of Stance will have the same core. So if you prefer the men's topsheet (or need a longer length), the men's Stance 96 next year will be identical to the women's Stance 94. Check out our Salomon 2024 preview here: ruclips.net/video/uTBP5GUAg0k/видео.html&lc=UgznY1WB3OX_t3_FR5l4AaABAg

  • @fartab
    @fartab Год назад

    QST 98 compared to M-Free 99? Thanks.

    • @powder7skis
      @powder7skis  Год назад +1

      Super similar skis (and both very fun)! Because the QST 98 has ever-so-slightly less tail rocker and the double sidewalls, I think it might carve a touch better on trail compared to the M-Free 99. I've always felt the QST 98 feels really locked in for its shape. That said, I think the slightly stiffer flex on the M-Free helps push through firm crud off trail a little better. Overall, super subtle differences, but if you're skiing on trail more you could lean towards the QST.

  • @smhmyhead9307
    @smhmyhead9307 Год назад

    any thoughts on armada arv 96? im interested in its versatility

    • @powder7skis
      @powder7skis  Год назад

      Yeah, that's a very fun ski. It's for sure an all-mountain freestyle type of ski, but it skis well in more conditions and terrain than many other similar skis. So, very versatile on the more playful side of things.

  • @crazychickens1000
    @crazychickens1000 Год назад

    hello, i'm struggling to decide between the nordica unleashed and the K2 midbenders. Im a 6'5 heavy and fast skier which one would you recommend of the two?

    • @powder7skis
      @powder7skis  Год назад +1

      As long as you go for a Mindbender Ti, we'd recommend that. A little more supportive for fast skiing, while the Unleashed is a bit more playful. Both great, though

  • @DogTrekker
    @DogTrekker Год назад

    Black Crows Justis???

    • @powder7skis
      @powder7skis  Год назад

      The Justis is fun and versatile with a unique feel (metal laminate + deep rocker). One of the more playful metal skis on the market.

  • @jeremyamar7629
    @jeremyamar7629 2 года назад

    Hello im looking to buy a pair of ski’s. I’ve been skiing all my life but alway alpine. The qst 98 caught my eyes but i dont know what length i should take. I’m 170cm and 57 kg i ski pretty hard. Should i take the 169 or 176?

    • @powder7skis
      @powder7skis  2 года назад

      Hey Jeremy, Matt here. I'm also 170cm tall and I'd for sure recommend the 170cm size! Lots of rocker in there to make it feel shorter than that sticker length.

    • @jeremyamar7629
      @jeremyamar7629 Год назад

      @@powder7skis so i stick with the 169. I was also looking at putting shift binding the salomon mnc 10 or 13 or they worth the try ? And which one should i take ?

    • @powder7skis
      @powder7skis  Год назад +1

      @@jeremyamar7629 Sorry Jeremy, I meant the 176cm size is the move! I'd recommend going with the Shift 13. That will be a sweet setup for resort skiing and some touring. Recommendation: Make sure you get your Shift mounted and set up properly by a solid ski shop.

  • @TheSavageB
    @TheSavageB Год назад

    Ever ride a Norse?

    • @powder7skis
      @powder7skis  Год назад

      I don't think anyone at the shop has gotten a chance to! What's your favorite model?

    • @TheSavageB
      @TheSavageB Год назад +1

      @@powder7skis Enduro is supposably that one ski to rule them all! Was curious if any have ridden one!

    • @powder7skis
      @powder7skis  Год назад +1

      ​@@TheSavageB Just read Blister's review, sounds like something I would totally jive with. We'll keep an eye out for them at any demo days this year and report back!

  • @MrGimbly
    @MrGimbly Год назад +2

    Wow not even one Volkl model. I cannot take this review seriously.

    • @powder7skis
      @powder7skis  Год назад

      Check our frontside video for some love for the Kendo/Kenja 88 and our Big Mtn/Freeride video for the Revolt 104.

    • @DogTrekker
      @DogTrekker Год назад

      @@powder7skisNew Mantra 102?

    • @powder7skis
      @powder7skis  Год назад

      @@DogTrekker Badass ski, good for all-mountain/big-mountain skiers who like stiffer skis that feel planted rather than playful.

  • @kodyadams5561
    @kodyadams5561 Год назад +2

    PEOPLE THE STOCKLI SR95 IS THE ULTIMATE ALL MOUNTAIN 1 SKI FOR THE ROCKIES OR THE SIERRAS . THIS IS THE BUGOTTI OF SKIS. IF YOU WANT THE BEST BUT COMPLAIN ABOUT PRICE YOU ARN’T WORTHY OR DON’T HAVE THE ABILITY TO OWN A PAIR.
    DO PEOPLE BUY A FERRARI , LAMBORGHINI, PORSCHE, OR BUGOTTI AND COMPLAIN ABOUT THE PRICE NO.

    • @Machria23
      @Machria23 Год назад

      I LOVE the StormRider 95, by far my favorite ski, period. And I ski them ALL! My only beef with the Stockli’s besides the price (you get what you pay for!), is their BORING GRAPHICS! And no, not just for for “cool” looks, but how about to FIND THEM IN POWDER!!! Stockli really needs to open up their minds with COLOR. The best looking ski’s on the market right now are the Black Crow’s Mirus Cor!! Bright florescent orange. Super easy to find in the powder!

    • @kodyadams5561
      @kodyadams5561 Год назад

      @@Machria23 IF YOU BASE YOUR CHOICE OF HOW GOOD A SKI IS BY ITS COLOUR YOU SHOULD NOT BE SKIING ON ANY HILL AT ANY RESORT.
      BUY YOUR SELF A ORANGE PICKEL BALL RACQUET AND STAY OFF THE HILLS , YOU ARE A COMPLETE DANGER TO EVERYONE.

  • @juliodominguez4750
    @juliodominguez4750 Год назад

    No blizzard???

    • @paganskier
      @paganskier Год назад

      Blizzard Rustler 10 // Sheeva 10 9:58 ??

  • @JM-zs5hp
    @JM-zs5hp Год назад

    all big name brands.

    • @powder7skis
      @powder7skis  Год назад

      Interest you in some Folsoms? ruclips.net/video/HjhUYgTQRF4/видео.html

    • @katietrotter9374
      @katietrotter9374 Год назад

      I guess they make good skis. Maybe that’s why they’re big.

    • @JM-zs5hp
      @JM-zs5hp Год назад

      @@katietrotter9374 spoken like some one who doesn’t ski well.

    • @katietrotter9374
      @katietrotter9374 Год назад +6

      @@JM-zs5hp spoken like someone who lives in Wisconsin and thinks you’re a pro because you bought used black crows with demo bindings while on vacation in vail. How many stickers do you have on your helmet?

    • @JM-zs5hp
      @JM-zs5hp Год назад

      @@katietrotter9374 yeah, I live at 8500 ft and ski 100+ days a year. Nice try.

  • @AtomicB-zq2cw
    @AtomicB-zq2cw Год назад

    Anything above 80mm is a joke of a ski for someone who is never going to be an expert. Even these narrators don’t know what they are talking about when they speak of rebound energy from the ski that doesn’t even exist on the hard pack surfaces these skis are not even made for, never mind powder. (Though will be skied on groomers over 90% of its life) The snap rebound of a ski does nothing to move the skier and is there to manage pressure to the tip and tail of the ski while pressured.

  • @lacolinadesyeux1326
    @lacolinadesyeux1326 Год назад

    All shops and American reviewers are just reviewing always the same skis, same brands...boring...Rossignol, Salomon, Blizzard, Nordica...even they are good skis, probably because you sell these brands, maybe Line are the most interesting among these. In America you are very lucky to have so many others smaller brands that make some fun and good skis, so interesting brands like Moment skis, RMU, Jskis, WNDR alpine, Voile skis, Sego skis, Surface...even Fat-ypus...

    • @powder7skis
      @powder7skis  Год назад +1

      Just because we don't mention small brands doesn't mean we don't love 'em! For the Buyer's Guide, we just wanted to focus on what we could get the most staff out on to get the most feedback possible. We're super stoked to carry Folsom this year, so we'll have reviews on those skis coming once we can start skiing them!

    • @lacolinadesyeux1326
      @lacolinadesyeux1326 Год назад

      @@powder7skis Folsom...very good choice, such great skis, I've got the Rapture and even it did cost me approx 1500€ to import them , I'm so happy to own them.

  • @MC-tm2uy
    @MC-tm2uy Год назад +1

    What do you think of the Atomic Maverick 95Ti? How is that in comparison to the Enforcer 94? Thank you

    • @powder7skis
      @powder7skis  Год назад +1

      Hey, the Maverick 95Ti is lighter and built with less metal than the Enforcer 94. That's the biggest difference, and it makes the Maverick less demanding than the Enforcer.

    • @durhrhrhrur
      @durhrhrhrur Год назад +2

      I have both in a 100. The enforcer is beefier and more of a crud buster. The maverick is more poppy because it's significantly lighter. They are both great. It is much less strenuous to do a day on the Mavericks but the Enforcers are better for thick choppy crud. The maverick is the better option if you want to go backwards or you are feeling lazy.

  • @anthonysears871
    @anthonysears871 Год назад

    If it is over 80 under foot it sucks. Just a skidder-poser ski! And no. They do not carve! But that's the ski industry today. oh yeah. Skis do not rebound. Musculature rebiunds if it is done correctly! We are doomed!

    • @paganskier
      @paganskier Год назад

      haha - your missing out. Maybe next life.

    • @NikosPer
      @NikosPer Год назад

      what about of piste performance and ease of use? why you condemn skis over 80?

  • @h8marxists663
    @h8marxists663 Год назад

    Not one single Stokli can justify its price. None. They’re a joke.

    • @powder7skis
      @powder7skis  Год назад

      Expensive? Yes. Joke? We might disagree.

    • @h8marxists663
      @h8marxists663 Год назад

      @@powder7skis So they're worth twice as much as an Elan Rip Stick Black Edition? I'd be interested to hear what they do twice as well as that ski or any other for that matter. I'm all ears.

    • @kodyadams5561
      @kodyadams5561 Год назад +1

      GUY YOU SHOULDN’T BE ON ANY HILLS. AT 39 YRS OF AGE YOU LIVE IN YOUR MOTHERS BASEMENT.
      STOCKLI ARE THE BEST SKI ON THE MARKET THEY BLOW EVERY SKI AWAY. BUT YOU HAVE TO KNOW HOW TO SKI GUY. WATCHING GA. PORN IS NOT JOB DUDE. YOU SHOULD TAKE UP PING PONG ITS CHEAP AND YOU CAN PLAY IT WITH YOUR MOTHER 😂😂😂.

    • @powder7skis
      @powder7skis  Год назад

      @@h8marxists663 Hard to quantify any ski being 2x better than others in the same category, but we for sure agree that there are other similar skis that cost less and also ski great as all-mountain options. Some people just love Stocklis.

    • @h8marxists663
      @h8marxists663 Год назад +2

      @@powder7skis OK fair enough. I'm sure they're great skis. I'll never know though because I can't afford them. LOL.