Baller Tifferific Posted March 31, 2014 Baller Share Posted March 31, 2014 Hi, I’ve been skiing forever (been on my ’94 Connelly Concept since it was new)! Being from Canada, and skiing 2-3 weeks per year, I haven’t progressed much in 20 years. Been doing the course recreationally at 30mph, 15 off for about 15 years. But its now time to try to progress to 34mph and shorter lines. It’s time to put my old anchor to rest. Here’s where I’m at: 135lbs, 5’6” Freeski at 32 mph Course ski at 30-31 mph (hard to tell behind the folks SeaRay 115Merc) Husband and I just got a 2000 X5 (95-97 Prostar Hull) - now I’ve got to up my skiing too! Love my Concept’s deep in the water feel, and smooth turns. Have tested “Ladies” skis years ago, and the back end would jump out between the buoy and first wake. Thought I wanted a Radar Lyric (with all it’s patronizing rose scented ink), until I found this forum, and now think it doesn’t sound aggressive enough. Now thinking about a 2013 Prophecy, but I’m a bit concerned it will be too much. Any help would be greatly appreciated. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller Gloersen Posted March 31, 2014 Baller Share Posted March 31, 2014 If cost not at issue; imo - Mapple 6.0 is an excellent choice. If possible, schedule an Orlando trip for a few days, get some great coaching, demo skis from Perf Ski (~ $20/ski/day demo fee). PerfSki will have in inventory almost any ski that will be recommended in subsequent replies to your post. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller ForrestGump Posted March 31, 2014 Baller Share Posted March 31, 2014 For someone of your level, you want a stable and deep riding platform with predictable roll characteristics to allow you the security to build the mechanics necessary to start bumping the speed up. Three skis come to mind. The first would be the D3 x7. The second would be the Radar Senate/lyric. The third would be the Prophecy. You could reach out to @sethski and use his trynbuy program. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller MAD11 Posted March 31, 2014 Baller Share Posted March 31, 2014 @shaneH how about a Goode Fire? Great price and performance for the money. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller giantjoe Posted March 31, 2014 Baller Share Posted March 31, 2014 She'll never want you to see it, but this is an early season ski. Please ignore the slow guy before her. She starts at 1:22. http://vimeo.com/27102968 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller Tifferific Posted March 31, 2014 Author Baller Share Posted March 31, 2014 Thanks @Gloersen, never even heard of Mapple before now. Checked out their site. Looks interesting. I'd love to get to Florida (being as I'm from freezing Canada), but that's not an option, at least not this year. @ShaneH You've got me figured out. I'm leaning towards the Prophecy, because I'm kinda stuck on Connelly. Can anyone comment on the 2014 Lyric (supposed to be quite a redesign over 2013)? I know, such a silly question for someone on a 20 year old ski! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller skihard Posted March 31, 2014 Baller Share Posted March 31, 2014 There are lots of good skis out there for you. HO has a great line up, D3, Radar, Goode. Look on ski-it-again.com there's some great deals to be had. Where in Canada are you from? Maybe there is some demo shops in your area? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gold Member Than_Bogan Posted March 31, 2014 Gold Member Share Posted March 31, 2014 Must admit I'm glad to hear a woman criticize the scented ink. I have some kind of psychological problem with fragrances -- my first act as Supreme Dictator would be to shut down the industry. So realizing that about myself, I assumed I was over-reacting. But I sure did think having Rose-scented ink seemed ridiculous. Anyhow, lots of good advice above. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
coxjon Posted March 31, 2014 Share Posted March 31, 2014 My girlfriend bought the floral Radar Lyric. Nice ski and capable of taking to the course at a fair lick! I would say it's a intermed/advanced ski Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller OTF Posted April 2, 2014 Baller Share Posted April 2, 2014 @MS has the Pabst Blue Ribbon limited edition Monza, which is scented like the classic premium beverage. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller Tifferific Posted April 2, 2014 Author Baller Share Posted April 2, 2014 Thanks for all the feedback everyone! After much research, reading prior forum posts and reviews, and talking to our two local shops ... I think I'm going to go with a 2013 Radar Vice. Seems to be the same shape as a 2014 Vapour, but the cheaper construction materials, so will sit heavier in the water for me (and is half the price)! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller giantjoe Posted April 2, 2014 Baller Share Posted April 2, 2014 I've heard that the Vice has glow in the dark paint. Are okay with that? ;) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller Tifferific Posted April 2, 2014 Author Baller Share Posted April 2, 2014 Whoops - should have said the Vice is the same shape as the 2013 Strada (not 2014 Vapour). Figure I'll stick with the Vice till I can get to 34 mph and 28 off. Then I'll reward myself with the newest pink Radar ski, which I'm sure will come with a nice overlay of chocolate flavoured sparkles!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
allycat Posted April 2, 2014 Share Posted April 2, 2014 nice choice of ski i have one but it don t glow in the dark bugger.a very stable but fun ski to ride i reckon anyway Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JJVDMZN Posted April 2, 2014 Share Posted April 2, 2014 How about some beer scented skis for us? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller Dacon62 Posted April 3, 2014 Baller Share Posted April 3, 2014 Have not skied the Vice but have the Strada (exact same shape). Smooth, stable and fast. Doesn't do anything wierd! Very confidence inspiring...You should be happy with it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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