If someone wants the V82W in a 158, they are not quite what I was looking for and will probably sell them. I'm too stinkin' light anymore, and they feel stiff and plankish. I think I'm not flexing them enough. I also realized I want even narrower.
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PSA FYI - Liberty VMT skis on sale for $199 w/ free ship. Good sizes.
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Thanks! An earlier post indicated the 2020 version was stiffer in the tip. Do you agree or how would you describe the difference?
Thanks!!
Very helpful. Thanks for the links. To further elaborate... 2019 have 2 VMT "struts", with 2020 switching to 3. Also, V76 has titanal binding mats, which explains the 4.1 drill spec in their online FAQ. I got this information over the phone yesterday directly from Liberty. The discussion I had was limited specifically to the V76.
I'm not sure — I haven't skied either version and bought the 2020 V76 on blind faith because at that price I could take the risk. I've never bought skis without demoing them but this model was highly recommended by people whose opinion I trust. And again: $200!
I am looking at the DPS Foundation Cassiar F87's since they are great price and would not care about beating the crap out of them. I was looking at the 171cm size. I think this would be a perfect size for the tight glades at Cannon on and off map. I have never skied a DPS ski and see this their lower end ski. Does anyone have any thoughts to provide?
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Sierra has always shipped skis that way. I still buy a few things there but man it’s changed. Recently grabbed some dynafit tour sticks for 200. No more coupons for me. I’ll always have fond memories of the Sierra store in Reno. I would check the manager‘s special rack when stocking up on groceries at whole pay check.
Various Chinese based vendor auction sites have everything being made in country for back door sales. Personally I wouldn’t go for it as it has to be even more of a slow boat getting gear here than from skiinn or telemark-pyrenees. Just like the Euro sites, it gives you a decent insight into a manufacturers bottom line. Euro prices of marker alpinists are a great example.
Various Chinese based vendor auction sites have everything being made in country for back door sales. Personally I wouldn’t go for it as it has to be even more of a slow boat getting gear here than from skiinn or telemark-pyrenees. Just like the Euro sites, it gives you a decent insight into a manufacturers bottom line. Euro prices of marker alpinists are a great example.
When in doubt, 3.5 and if you have metal chips, then 4.1.
Sorry, reread for Evolve. My statement above holds true for then.
They will answer the phone, or call back ...in my experience.
When in doubt, 3.5 and if you have metal chips, then 4.1.
Sorry, reread for Evolve. My statement above holds true for then.
I've always just gone by the rule that if there's a metal layer you're drilling through then use 4.1, if the hole only goes through the top skin and then wood, use 3.5.
How does the V76 compare to say... stockli AX or SC? Does this ski fit somewhere between those two, or is this a totally different animal?
Also, not sure I understand the difference between the two links:
One is more heavily discounted, but neither seems to mention the year? Is one 2020 and other 2019?
Also, not sure I understand the difference between the two links:
One is more heavily discounted, but neither seems to mention the year? Is one 2020 and other 2019?
Yes, different years. Earlier in this thread I posted links that show the topsheets and explain the difference between the models.
You can't go by the pictures they show, they use the same one for all the listings (they had 4 listings at the time I placed my order). At this point, you only have a choice if you want 179 length. 165 and 172 you have to take what's available
Before asking stupid questions about drill bit size on the skis....I could've just read the f**king skis which clearly state, 4.1. (Didn't tap though as has almost no metal shavings in my mount).
Maiden voyage tomorrow. At Loveland.
Maiden voyage tomorrow. At Loveland.
If all else fails, read the directions! Pretty much the story of my life
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My wife took that away years ago!but then you lose your man card......
"How does the V76 compare to say... Stöckli AX or SC? Does this ski fit somewhere between those two, or is this a totally different animal?"
Compared to my 179 V76, my 177 SC is quicker and both the SC and AX have a higher speed limit; V76 is a bit more forgiving and laid back.
Compared to my 179 V76, my 177 SC is quicker and both the SC and AX have a higher speed limit; V76 is a bit more forgiving and laid back.
Good discussion though, as it potentially helps others get their tools lined up while waiting for FedEx.
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