Hey, Im really looking into these skis. But im not sure about right size, im 183cm and 85kg, would size 176 fit? And i just got Atomic Hawx 130s ski boots, would these boots feel okey on playfull ski like this? I like playfulness Thanks, love your channel, so mush useful information 🤘🏻
Hello, I am a 26yo advanced skier 5'10 (178cm), 177lb(80kg). I am interested in buying this skis. Which size do you recommend buying? 176 or 181? They will replace my one and only personal skis, rossignol sin7 180cm, that I have been skiing for the last 9 years fulltime (got them as a high school graduation gift).
I ski at a high snow Western resort, and like turny skiing so this ski is fascinating. When I see the videos online though, the skiers seem to have a really narrow stance, vs what you see on my traditional carvers (Supershape magnum). Is the shape or mount point forcing them into this narrow stance?
I think it's mainly the style of skier. This is supposed to be a free-carver, so there's some style points awarded here. Modern freeride/freestyle skiers seem to really enjoy the narrower stance. Additionally, if you use a wider stance, the width of the shovels makes it a bit harder to get from edge to edge as you are losing leverage the farther apart your skis get, especially due to the flexible nature. The stiffer skis like your Magnum are a lot more receptive to input than the Blade.
Hey, looking at these for a playful all mountain carver looks damp enough to tackle crud as well. Was wondering if this ski could still rip trees (East coast) when it’s not too deep. I have the atomic bent 90 in 175 and it’s fun, but It can get chattery at high speed when really getting after it. I’m not a park skier so this looks like it would be Freeride enough for my application. I’m 173cm but weight 200 lbs, hoping to get down to 170 by end of this season start of next. Would this ski fit the bill? 176 or 169 (Strong skier been skiing my whole life) Thanks, your channel has been amazing last two years I’ve watched!
I am skier from South Korea. and I am an instructor who is planing to go Japan for ski trip. I am looking for one all mountain carving ski just like Line Blade. but seems like Black crows mirus cor also could be an option which one is better? *I stay most of the time in Korea and ski abroad once a year no powder in Korea only packed on piste and ice and slushy in spring
There's more fun and energy in the Mirus Cor than the Blade, which is pretty dramatic in its shovel dimensions. This makes it very unique, but not quite as carvy. It's easier to access the short radius of the Mirus Cor than it is the Blade.
What would you say is the skiing style difference between this and a sakana? I want to get the sakana but they are 3x the price so I don't wanna make the wrong choice, I like carving but don't wanna lose much performance on powder and mainly rotations while having a playful light ski. What would you recommend?
The skiing style of the Blade is more playful and creative. Sakana feels more like a wide carver that has more of a business-like character to it. Blade can somewhat double as a twin tip or a more freestyle oriented ski while the Sakana doesn't really have any of that going on. They're both super interesting and unique skis.
I think that the Blade is more of a carving-focused ski and has more of a lumbering personality while the Mirus Cor is quicker and more agile. As a larger skier, I much prefer the Blade as the Mirus Cor doesn't quite hold me up as well.
I'm 6'1" 180 and have put loads of time on the 178 Mirus Cor and even at that shorter length the thing is an animal. Incredible edge hold and tracking even at slalom radius, and happy in the park too. I wouldn't hesitate to buy that ski.
@@bimfred I haven't skied for decades so my experience has been old-school straight skis at about 70mm. I'm leaning toward that Mirus for it's playfulness. What's the deepest powder you've used them in? I'm primarily not in powder so I think 87mm will be fine for most of my conditions. However, I know I might get a few days with maybe 6-12" (fairly rare and only early in season) and possibly a couple with more (at a mtn known for deep). I've never been in powder due to where I've lived or when I was able to get out. I know wider is better for powder but if I can get an idea of the limits of 87mm, I can make a better decision.
@@ziptic If you haven't skied for decades then don't get either the Blade or the Mirus. They will genuinely be wasted on you. Instead look for skis with a longer radius, like 20m minimum, with a more set-back mounting point and 90-95 underfoot. Try a Scott Pure. You're welcome!
Type of ski that you'll definitely want to call ahead to see if demo shops have it. I would venture a guess that most, even Line dealers, don't have it in their fleet, but we certainly have in the past and I would imagine will continue to have it. It's super fun. Extremely unique, but such a fun skiing experience.
@@SkiEssentials is it a ski that will work well in the back bowls of Vail and Copper and on top of Breck or down chutes in Abasin? Or is mainly for frontside groomers. ? I need a ski for both.
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Hey,
Im really looking into these skis.
But im not sure about right size, im 183cm and 85kg, would size 176 fit?
And i just got Atomic Hawx 130s ski boots, would these boots feel okey on playfull ski like this? I like playfulness
Thanks, love your channel, so mush useful information 🤘🏻
Thanks!
I'd go 176 in that ski, and can't think of a reason to not go with those boots--whatever fits your foot and flexes with you will be great.
Hello, I am a 26yo advanced skier 5'10 (178cm), 177lb(80kg). I am interested in buying this skis. Which size do you recommend buying? 176 or 181? They will replace my one and only personal skis, rossignol sin7 180cm, that I have been skiing for the last 9 years fulltime (got them as a high school graduation gift).
I'd go with the 176--no real need to go longer in this style.
I ski at a high snow Western resort, and like turny skiing so this ski is fascinating. When I see the videos online though, the skiers seem to have a really narrow stance, vs what you see on my traditional carvers (Supershape magnum). Is the shape or mount point forcing them into this narrow stance?
I think it's mainly the style of skier. This is supposed to be a free-carver, so there's some style points awarded here. Modern freeride/freestyle skiers seem to really enjoy the narrower stance. Additionally, if you use a wider stance, the width of the shovels makes it a bit harder to get from edge to edge as you are losing leverage the farther apart your skis get, especially due to the flexible nature. The stiffer skis like your Magnum are a lot more receptive to input than the Blade.
Hey, looking at these for a playful all mountain carver looks damp enough to tackle crud as well. Was wondering if this ski could still rip trees (East coast) when it’s not too deep. I have the atomic bent 90 in 175 and it’s fun, but It can get chattery at high speed when really getting after it. I’m not a park skier so this looks like it would be Freeride enough for my application. I’m 173cm but weight 200 lbs, hoping to get down to 170 by end of this season start of next. Would this ski fit the bill? 176 or 169 (Strong skier been skiing my whole life)
Thanks, your channel has been amazing last two years I’ve watched!
These skis are more fun in shorter lengths--I'd go 169. Have fun!
I am skier from South Korea. and I am an instructor who is planing to go Japan for ski trip. I am looking for one all mountain carving ski just like Line Blade. but seems like Black crows mirus cor also could be an option which one is better? *I stay most of the time in Korea and ski abroad once a year no powder in Korea only packed on piste and ice and slushy in spring
There's more fun and energy in the Mirus Cor than the Blade, which is pretty dramatic in its shovel dimensions. This makes it very unique, but not quite as carvy. It's easier to access the short radius of the Mirus Cor than it is the Blade.
What would you say is the skiing style difference between this and a sakana? I want to get the sakana but they are 3x the price so I don't wanna make the wrong choice, I like carving but don't wanna lose much performance on powder and mainly rotations while having a playful light ski. What would you recommend?
The skiing style of the Blade is more playful and creative. Sakana feels more like a wide carver that has more of a business-like character to it. Blade can somewhat double as a twin tip or a more freestyle oriented ski while the Sakana doesn't really have any of that going on. They're both super interesting and unique skis.
Has the Line Blade or Blade W ever appeared in a Ski Comparison?
www.skiessentials.com/Chairlift-Chat/2022-ski-comparisons-mens-mid-90mm-all-mountain-ski-guide
How would you describe the difference in feel and performance between this and the Black Crows Mirus Cor?
I think that the Blade is more of a carving-focused ski and has more of a lumbering personality while the Mirus Cor is quicker and more agile. As a larger skier, I much prefer the Blade as the Mirus Cor doesn't quite hold me up as well.
I'm 6'1" 180 and have put loads of time on the 178 Mirus Cor and even at that shorter length the thing is an animal. Incredible edge hold and tracking even at slalom radius, and happy in the park too. I wouldn't hesitate to buy that ski.
@@bimfred I haven't skied for decades so my experience has been old-school straight skis at about 70mm. I'm leaning toward that Mirus for it's playfulness. What's the deepest powder you've used them in? I'm primarily not in powder so I think 87mm will be fine for most of my conditions. However, I know I might get a few days with maybe 6-12" (fairly rare and only early in season) and possibly a couple with more (at a mtn known for deep). I've never been in powder due to where I've lived or when I was able to get out. I know wider is better for powder but if I can get an idea of the limits of 87mm, I can make a better decision.
@@ziptic If you haven't skied for decades then don't get either the Blade or the Mirus. They will genuinely be wasted on you. Instead look for skis with a longer radius, like 20m minimum, with a more set-back mounting point and 90-95 underfoot. Try a Scott Pure. You're welcome!
Looks like old Icelantic Shaman :D
Icelantic Shaman was ahead of its time, and still relevant today. Great design 👍
Only six more months, until next season!
It'll be here before we know it!
this makes me woner if foldable , or better say retractable pole would be interesting...
No poles! But yes, if you have to have poles, the adjustable is a very interesting option.
I hope I can demo this ski this winter.
Type of ski that you'll definitely want to call ahead to see if demo shops have it. I would venture a guess that most, even Line dealers, don't have it in their fleet, but we certainly have in the past and I would imagine will continue to have it. It's super fun. Extremely unique, but such a fun skiing experience.
@@SkiEssentials is it a ski that will work well in the back bowls of Vail and Copper and on top of Breck or down chutes in Abasin? Or is mainly for frontside groomers. ? I need a ski for both.
I use a HEAD KORE 99.
@@choski76 blade optic might be better…
@@dancingclair 96 and 104 look nice.