Where did they announce? Can't find.Moment announced a 196cm Wildcat option and a new 110mm ski coming out soon! The 110mm sounds like it’s a new version of an existing ski.
I’m listening…….
Think the Blister Summit. Saw it on TGRWhere did they announce? Can't find.
Moment announced a 196cm Wildcat option and a new 110mm ski coming out soon! The 110mm sounds like it’s a new version of an existing ski.
I’m listening…….
They went lighter with the introduction of the Wildcat in 2019, got the heavier core, new sidewalls and faster base in 21 to get close to Bibby specs and then in 22 they added thicker/heavier plastic tip/tail spacers. Weight is now identical to original Bibby specs but better built and with faster bases.I know the Bibby/Wildcats have evolved through the years but I haven't really kept up on the evolution so I'm wondering if one of you guys here can bring me up to speed. Several years back, I owned some 190 OG BIbbys (maybe 2013-15ish) and they were a great ski for me in a lot of conditions but I ended up selling them as they were a bit overkill. With my fused ankle and zero dorsiflexion, there are 2 places I can still charge hard, groomers and untracked powder, but I have to really dial it back in heavy chop or other bumpy terrain. As good as my Bibbys were at destroying chop I just didn't need the "best in class" dampness, plus I didn't find them (at least the 190s) as nimble as other powder skis in tight trees or bumped up steep terrain as they seemed to want you to point them down the fall line and rage. Basically, with my ankle's speed limit, I need to make more turns than the average charger in bumpy terrain so my pow ski quiver evolved to lighter, softer and more nimble skis. However, there was so much about the Bibbys that I loved and I've often thought about getting another pair, especially since I've heard that they've dialed back some of the charginess in the Wildcats. When Jonathan Ellsworth was throwing tantrums after they "ruined" the Bibby, I immediately was thinking that the new version sounded like the perfect playful charging compromise for me, especially if by it becoming lighter and softer, it also became more nimble. But it sounds like in recent years, they've been trying to shift the scales back to more charge, less play so it's a little confusing on which iteration would best meet my needs. I really wish they made a wider Deathwish as I'd love that level of nimbleness, in the 118mm width. Buy maybe the Wildcat has become that since I sold my OGs. Thanks!
Thanks Greg! Yeah, I almost dropped to the 184 Bibby when I sold my 190s but I'm 190-195 so I think the 190 is the right length. May keep my eyes open for a 2019. Given the heritage, I understand what Moment is doing with the newer builds, even if it's not for me. I wonder how much dampness the Wildcat tours give up with their lighter weight vs the normal build. Probably fairly substantial which means I'm likely better off with one of the other playful chargers.They went lighter with the introduction of the Wildcat in 2019, got the heavier core, new sidewalls and faster base in 21 to get close to Bibby specs and then in 22 they added thicker/heavier plastic tip/tail spacers. Weight is now identical to original Bibby specs but better built and with faster bases.
Depending on your size, getting the current 116mm 184cm Wildcat and maybe mounting back a cm will give you what you want. Would be more playful, more fun at lower speeds but a similar feel to all the things you liked about the Bibby. Had the 184cm Bibby myself before and it was fun at my 175lbs.
Similar feel in the Tour versions but lighter and less damp of course.Thanks Greg! Yeah, I almost dropped to the 184 Bibby when I sold my 190s but I'm 190-195 so I think the 190 is the right length. May keep my eyes open for a 2019. Given the heritage, I understand what Moment is doing with the newer builds, even if it's not for me. I wonder how much dampness the Wildcat tours give up with their lighter weight vs the normal build. Probably fairly substantial which means I'm likely better off with one of the other playful chargers.