I want a pair of skis that can do anything. I live on the east mid coast but I do travel but I still need a ski for local stuff so would you recommend this as a ski that I can take on the ice, groomers, hard pack, powder, and maybe some air time? Seems like a pretty do it all ski would you say it is?
@@konstantinclark yes, it’s a versatile ski and does about everything. It doesn’t charge as hard as a metal ski on ice but it will leave a smile on your face in about any condition. Highly recommended.
I am using a translator. I usually enjoy riding about 60km/h. I like deep carving riding. I don't ride powder skiing. I'm thinking about it. Blade/Chronic/Sakana I want to ride a Sakana because of the design. I don't know if it's right. Please give me advice on what ski suits you.
Really interested in these. What length would you recommend? I’m 185cm / 170lbs. Advanced intermediate skier but not looking for something too aggressive.
I would probably go 181 if I were you... 174 would work too, but I prefer the 181 and I'm not too far from your size. I'm actually shorter and lighter. The tip is pretty soft in the Sakana, and has long rocker, so I like it in longer lengths, but if you prefer moderate speeds, short turns, etc, 174 is ok too.
Hey! I was wondering is this a good one ski quiver? I live in NJ but I go to the Poconos, Vermont, and West Coast is this a good ski for me I usually stay on Piste I would like something fun but stable so I can charge and carve and just have a great time. I experience a lot of ice and hard pack but sometimes there’s some powder to blast through. Just looking for a ski that won’t let me down. If there are any other great skis for what I’m describing could you lmk?
It's an interesting choice for one ski. While wide, it's still a hard-charging ski with a short turn radius that totally rips groomers in a most unexpected way. Slightly narrower but still strong, I'm a fan of the Nordica Enforcer 94--the mid-90's in the more traditional shapes work great for one ski, while the Sakana is more interesting.
Do you think these skis would work well in a backcountry setup? I am very interested in the skis and wondering how the swallowtail design would effect your skinning ability and if you could even put skins on them.
I also wonder about it, it does make sense to affect the performance of skinning, there will be less skin base in contact with the snow...I am assuming that in an average skinning tour, in a not super technical terrain it should be ok.
My guess is that the skin clip will fit right into the swallow tail just fine. I also suspect that the tail will not adversely affect the uphill performance, thus making it totally fine while climbing. That said, they're on the heavy side for pure bc.
I have a pair setup for touring. They are great, the skin clip sits right in the swallow. The shorter length skin is a non issue as most of the traction comes from under foot.
@@jonlowe5391 May i know your height and weight, and what ski length did you pick for the sakana and which touring binding did you mount on it please? ;)
Do you think this would work for freeride skiing?? I usually do freeride but I also want to be able to ski the groomers at high speeds and carve on the groomers. I want a ski that can do it all and this looks like the ski for me, I also ski some slush in the summer. Pls give an answer
It's amazing, but it's hard to label one way or another. The tail keeps it from being playful in soft snow--it's surfy, but you can really be creative on it as much as something that's softer, like a Bent 100 or similar. That said, it's a lot more fun on groomers than a Bent 100, so there's a tradeoff. The Sakana is unique, and I personally love it, but I have a hard time labeling it as having "freeride" characteristics in a playful/soft manner.
Like resort and touring, or on and off-piste? You'd have to be inventive if you're looking to put a skin on the swallow tail, and while they're not the lightest skis out there, they're certainly some of the most fun. One of the best parts, though, is that they carve so well on groomed terrain and remain smooth and stable through crud and chop. Very interesting blend of float, carve, and playfulness, although the tail is quite a bit stiffer than one may think.
Most versatile ski I own! Love it!
I want a pair of skis that can do anything. I live on the east mid coast but I do travel but I still need a ski for local stuff so would you recommend this as a ski that I can take on the ice, groomers, hard pack, powder, and maybe some air time? Seems like a pretty do it all ski would you say it is?
@@konstantinclark yes, it’s a versatile ski and does about everything. It doesn’t charge as hard as a metal ski on ice but it will leave a smile on your face in about any condition. Highly recommended.
Hi, I have been watching many of your videos. Would you guys test the Line Pescado by any chance?
We'll try to find time this coming season! That's one of those skis where you really need the right snow conditions, but we'll try to make it happen.
My favorite ski ever sold my mid width skis because they’re fun on groomers too… would recommend
I am using a translator.
I usually enjoy riding about 60km/h.
I like deep carving riding.
I don't ride powder skiing.
I'm thinking about it.
Blade/Chronic/Sakana
I want to ride a Sakana because of the design.
I don't know if it's right.
Please give me advice on what ski suits you.
Sakana is awesome! Surprisingly so, in fact. It's a better carver than Blade or Chronic, so I'd go that route.
Really interested in these.
What length would you recommend?
I’m 185cm / 170lbs.
Advanced intermediate skier but not looking for something too aggressive.
I would probably go 181 if I were you... 174 would work too, but I prefer the 181 and I'm not too far from your size. I'm actually shorter and lighter. The tip is pretty soft in the Sakana, and has long rocker, so I like it in longer lengths, but if you prefer moderate speeds, short turns, etc, 174 is ok too.
Hey! I was wondering is this a good one ski quiver? I live in NJ but I go to the Poconos, Vermont, and West Coast is this a good ski for me I usually stay on Piste I would like something fun but stable so I can charge and carve and just have a great time. I experience a lot of ice and hard pack but sometimes there’s some powder to blast through. Just looking for a ski that won’t let me down. If there are any other great skis for what I’m describing could you lmk?
It's an interesting choice for one ski. While wide, it's still a hard-charging ski with a short turn radius that totally rips groomers in a most unexpected way. Slightly narrower but still strong, I'm a fan of the Nordica Enforcer 94--the mid-90's in the more traditional shapes work great for one ski, while the Sakana is more interesting.
Do you think these skis would work well in a backcountry setup? I am very interested in the skis and wondering how the swallowtail design would effect your skinning ability and if you could even put skins on them.
I also wonder about it, it does make sense to affect the performance of skinning, there will be less skin base in contact with the snow...I am assuming that in an average skinning tour, in a not super technical terrain it should be ok.
My guess is that the skin clip will fit right into the swallow tail just fine. I also suspect that the tail will not adversely affect the uphill performance, thus making it totally fine while climbing. That said, they're on the heavy side for pure bc.
I have a pair setup for touring. They are great, the skin clip sits right in the swallow. The shorter length skin is a non issue as most of the traction comes from under foot.
@@jonlowe5391 May i know your height and weight, and what ski length did you pick for the sakana and which touring binding did you mount on it please? ;)
@@JustinLeafweaver I am 5’11”, weigh 205 lbs. I have the 181 length and run Shift bindings.
Do you think this would work for freeride skiing?? I usually do freeride but I also want to be able to ski the groomers at high speeds and carve on the groomers. I want a ski that can do it all and this looks like the ski for me, I also ski some slush in the summer. Pls give an answer
It's amazing, but it's hard to label one way or another. The tail keeps it from being playful in soft snow--it's surfy, but you can really be creative on it as much as something that's softer, like a Bent 100 or similar. That said, it's a lot more fun on groomers than a Bent 100, so there's a tradeoff. The Sakana is unique, and I personally love it, but I have a hard time labeling it as having "freeride" characteristics in a playful/soft manner.
I'm 175cm around 165lbs and an advanced-expert skier, would the 181cm suit me?
I'd say the 174 is a better option. I'm 6/2 225 and skied the 174 with no issues whatsoever, and I don't think I'd want to go longer.
5'8 tall 165 lb female ,can handle green and blue line ,which length you recommen for this ski 174 or 166 ?thankyou !
I'd go 166 in that ski--goes much better in shorter lengths.
@@SkiEssentials I just got one !do I need wax it at first time?
would the Sakana work as a 50-50 ski
Like resort and touring, or on and off-piste? You'd have to be inventive if you're looking to put a skin on the swallow tail, and while they're not the lightest skis out there, they're certainly some of the most fun. One of the best parts, though, is that they carve so well on groomed terrain and remain smooth and stable through crud and chop. Very interesting blend of float, carve, and playfulness, although the tail is quite a bit stiffer than one may think.
Is there a difference between the 2022 vs 2023 Sakana?
Nothing structural, just graphic!
Awesome ski! Own it. Unfortunately Made in China.....
We agree! It's a fantastic ski!