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Philpug:
Size tested: 177cm
Location tested: Palisades Tahoe, CA
Conditions tested in: Softening firm groomers, hard solid crust
We get the question a lot: "What is an all mountain ski that I can progress on?" If you are a guy, the Lusti Men's Progress 77 or its moniker the MP 77. Yes, this is another very familiar shaped ski at 130/77/112 that will make a multitude of turn shapes at a multitude of speeds including all but the highest that you would expect from an all mountain ski, but that‘s what you have the Performance Carve or PC 77 for.
Yes, I was able to find the limits of the MP, but quite frankly that is when I put the ski in uncomfortable places (not unlike the back seat of a Volkswagen). Where the MP77 is most comfortable is holding your hand and walking you though your progression, and while it will help you get better and find your turn, it will not punish you, but (like other Lusti skis) reward you with a silky smooth turn no matter the snow conditions.
- Insider tip: No need to step up to the Speedlock.
- One thing I would change: Better discription of the MP 77 on Lusti's site.
Andy Mink:
Size tested: 177cm
Location tested: Palisades Tahoe, CA
Conditions tested in: Softening firm groomers, hard solid crust
The MP77 provides a more mellow ride than the PC 77 in the same dimensions. It definitely has a limit where a bigger guy, i.e. me, or a stronger skier will find its limits when pushed, but it needs to be pushed pretty far first. On the softer morning groomers the MP77 carves very smoothly with confidence. On the firmer, steeper, runs the little brother to the excellent Lusti PC 77 loses some grip at higher edge angles. The loss comes on progressively so there are no surprises and it's easily managed.
The softer flex makes the MP77 a bit more inviting in bumps and more uneven terrain than the stronger PC 77.
- Insider tip: It skis true to length but I'd err on the longer side if between lengths.
- One thing I would change: Nothing. I think Lusti hit the nail on the head for the expectations of this ski. And the graphics are great!
- Who is it for?
- The advancing skier looking for a very capable ride to take them to the next level on groomers and light off piste duty. Skiers with a good skills foundation looking to improve, or lightweight experts with a great foundation.
- Who is it not for?
- Heavier or stronger skiers will find the ski's limit (but will have to work for it).
- Skier ability
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- Intermediate
- Advanced
- Ski category
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- Frontside
- All Mountain
- Ski attributes
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- Groomers
- Moguls
- Segment
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- Men
Specifications
- Available sizes
- 156,163,170,177
- Dimensions
- 130/77/112
- Radius
- 13.7m@170cm
- Rocker profile
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- Full camber
- Size Scaling
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- None
- Construction design
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- Carryover
- Binding options
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- Flat
- System
- Plate