New Slalom Ski?

[paudashskier]

Hello!

I'm 41 M, 180 lbs, skiing on a 2012 67" Prophecy.  I ski at 34 MPH and am hitting my 28' off pass about 50% of the time.  I love my ski, but I'm wondering if my ski is not a good fit for the line length and speed combination that I'm skiing at.  Would I be better off on something like a Radar Senate that's a bit wider?  It's difficult for me to test ride skis because there aren't any places nearby that offer that.

Thank you.

 

[Horton]

@paudashskier

that old prophecy was a fun ski back in the day but honestly compared to the current stuff it really just doesn't compare. If you're running 28 half the time and are looking at Radar I would have you try a Vapor first. The Senate is awesome and it might be the best selling ski in the sport, but given a choice, the Vapor is a superior product.

[paudashskier]

Thank you for the feedback!

[MDB1056]

Consider a newer Connelly too.  A later model GT, a GTR, or DV8 May also be to your liking . Very deep riding, narrower shape than others . Aggressive skis. The grip is amazing .   Lots of great options for you with any of the top manufacturers. 

[BTheis]

IMHO find a way to test ride a D3 ion2 and for your size and weight try a 68”. 

[34mph]

Goode wide ride xtr cc. ... been on a few radar's and this edges there wider skis out.  Less effort , better turns ! 

[Wish]

[paudashskier]

Thanks everyone!  

I really appreciate the different suggestions.  I've looked at the DV8, but I do think I want to move away from that "deep ride" style because I think it may be contributing to my bad habits of riding on the tail.  I'll have to see if I can find a way to give the Goode and D3 a try!

Love the graphic!  I'll show it to my wife 🙂

[MDB1056]

The new HO Works skis are getting a lot of very positive reviews these days and are also worth a look/ride if you can . 

[ironhorse]

On 9/7/2023 at 11:29 AM, Wish said:

Thanks @Wish, this was just sent to my wife!