Are Titinium re-enforced skis suitable for an advanced skier weighing 10 stone ?

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I'm a progrssing advanced, non agressive piste skier (can blast down blues and feel confident on reds, can tackle blacks and moguls but with not much style) and I am looking to change my skis.

Many skis now have versions with titinium to increase the stffness and thus make the ski cope better in chopped up conditions, but I'm worried that I might be too light for them weighing only 10 stone.(I'm 5 foot 6, and 40 year old male)

I'm like Nordica hot rod skis, and Elan's waveflex series and the Atomic Nomads, but I'm not sure whether to go with the Ti versions which may help push me to be a better skier, or whether to stay with the non Ti versions.

Also, I normally ski on 170's.  if I opt for stiffer Ti versions, should I stay at 170 or drop to 160 / 162 ?

Many thanks

Simon

Andy · Accepted Answer

I have the Elans and the Atomics and the added titanium just lets the manufacturers to make a more springy ski without losing their stiffness.Those waveflex are anything but stiff. Don't downsize thinking that the ski will be too stiff just stay with the size that you are accustomed to and enjoy the added bounce. You will just find them more lively but still able to cruise at speed on the groomers without chatter

Jim W · Answer

Rent a pair before you buy them. At least use a pair for a couple of runs to test them for your purpose.   personally  I doubt a stiffer ski is suitable for chopped up conditions, rather more for hard groom runs.  variable conditions I prefer a softer shovel to absorb the shock.  The Ti does stiffen the ski but it is not always desirable.   Hope this helps.

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Are Titinium re-enforced skis suitable for an advanced skier weighing 10 stone ?

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