J2Ski logo J2Ski logo
Login Forum Search Recent Forums

Snow+Rock Monument

Snow+Rock Monument

Login
To Create or Answer a Topic

Started by Tin pot in Ski Hardware - 34 Replies

J2Ski

Tin pot
reply to 'Snow+Rock Monument'
posted Feb-2012

I'm now the proud owner of some boots, my son thinks they look like transformers :)

I'm impressed with how tight and snug they fit above the ankle, and yet very spacious around the toes. I've been happy with rentals so far, but they were always uncomfortable when tight around the calf, and relatively speaking tight on the toes.

The proof will be in the skiing though of course.

I chickened out on the Skis and rigmarole as a bill for £330 is easier to get past the wife than basically a grand.

Next step is to get my boy there for his boots while I mull over buying the Rossignol Experience 83 or not. Other recommendations were the Enduro XT or Watea 94, but don't sound like my kind of skiing.

Pablo Escobar
reply to 'Snow+Rock Monument'
posted Feb-2012

How was it? Looks quite small from the front/always empty when I've been past.

Tin pot
reply to 'Snow+Rock Monument'
posted Feb-2012

It's not massive, but the ski stuff is downstairs not visible from the street.

I thought the service was good, open, and it's easy from work.

Pablo Escobar
reply to 'Snow+Rock Monument'
posted Feb-2012

Cheers tin pot, will have a look in next time I'm passing.

Tin pot
reply to 'Snow+Rock Monument'
posted Feb-2012

Hi all,

I'm still looking for advice on the rest of the kit Im getting;

Any opinions on Rossignol Experience 83?
Children's skis?
Poles?

A snowboard bag has been suggested to fit it all in - is that advisable? Will It get through SwissAir free baggage?


Cheers. :)

Trencher
reply to 'Snow+Rock Monument'
posted Feb-2012

tin pot wrote:Hi all,

I'm still looking for advice on the rest of the kit Im getting;

Any opinions on Rossignol Experience 83?
Children's skis?
Poles?

A snowboard bag has been suggested to fit it all in - is that advisable? Will It get through SwissAir free baggage?


Cheers. :)


I demoed the previous version of the Exp 83. I would say it's a good all round ski, but lacks the construction for high end carving on icy conditions. For an average intermediate, it would be a good choice. Reasonably light overall despite a rail mounted binding.
because I'm so inclined .....

Tin pot
reply to 'Snow+Rock Monument'
posted Feb-2012

What was the previous version?

I've had a word with friends who are more experienced skiers, and they've confirmed my leanings towards a pure piste ski.

I'll buy or hire off piste skis if and when I need them.

So, any recommendations in that space?

Cheers

Tin pot
reply to 'Snow+Rock Monument'
posted Feb-2012

Took my boy to the Covent Garden branch, the fitting was simply try them, and ask the six year old if they were ok.

After the song and dance on mine, I was expecting more...

Topic last updated on 13-February-2012 at 09:27