J2Ski Forum Posts and Replies by bandit

The fit is the most important aspect for me, followed by the air vents.
I tried on lots of helmets, sizes do seem to vary, as does the shape inside, so adjustable fit pads are useful.
As you are after, (I think) "Tune Ups", the Giro's would be a good place to start :D

Oh and a decent colour choice, no point looking like a complete :shock:

The train is a great way to travel in Switzerland. Some resorts have no car access, so the train is prefereable. If you decide to take the train, consider getting a Swiss Transfer Pass before you travel, it can save you money. Take a look at:

http://www.sbb.ch/en/

for train timetables and prices, and

http://www.swissrailways.co.uk/

for examples of prices on Swiss Transfer Tickets. I have used this service in the past, and everything worked just fine.

As you say you are arriving by train to Zurich, would it be more cost effective to price up your ticket to a resort as part of the initial journey?

Where to go?...Hmmm, what sort of skiing do you like to do?
So many resorts to choose from :D

Hi, you've put tons of info in you're post, so it's hard to see which direction your skiing is going in, but I think the most sensible thing you can do for yourself right now is take the skis back and get a refund.
They seem way too short for your height. If they are a beginner's model, you will overpower them. If you want a nimble ski, look at a slalom model, with a deep sidecut and lots of energy.

I am the same height as you, and I ski on 158's/163's and most recently I had a great time testing some 174's, but my skis spend about 50% of their time away from groomed slopes, so we may have different goals in skiing.

I really believe that you should test some skis out before you buy any. So your next step is to look at the new season's models, and make a wish list to take to a dealer's with a view to testing before you buy :D

Been wearing one for 3 winters now. On and off piste. I'm hoping to start ski-touring this winter, I'll have to see how hot I get in a helmet.
Not had cold feet since starting to wear a helmet :D

For anyone visiting the Val d'Anniviers, there is a Transceiver Practice Facility at Sorebois in Zinal. Free to use. :D

Welcome to J2ski :D Christmas will be amazing, I'm :mrgreen:
For an overnight stop with a little more character, you might want to have a look through http://www.logis-de-france.fr/uk/index.htm You can search for accommodation in various ways, and the descriptions of locations are precise. I used this service last winter, and it worked very well. Booking service is in English, and other European languages, with online payment facility.

Trencher wrote:


Found a few short articles
http://www.sheskis.net/skiandboottips.html
http://www.ski-review.com/content/view/92/34/


Trencher

Interesting couple of articles, with lots of generalisations made about women. Not all women have less leg muscle, are lighter etc. Perhaps I should feel guilty because I don't fit the "Bambi" image being suggested :lol:
I have never personally considered the "Q" angle issue to be a handicap when turning. To me it's just not in the mix. Though I can snowplough better than any man I have ever skied with, so wide hips and Q angle has certain compensations.
I did not look at the writing dates until I saw the entry about the Dynastar Exclusive Legend having a 75 waist. The ones I just tested had an 85 waist. How times change!

Salski Perhaps make a wish list of skis, and take it with you when you next visit a hire shop. A good tech will be able to interpret your list and offer alternatives if they don't have the exact models. Keep testing :D

There is no hard and fast rule. Some makers seem to sell less substantial versions of the men's model, and call them women specific.

I have tried women specific skis over several years, been underwhelmed, and so I'm still on unisex skis!
There is hope though, I tried a pair of Dynastar Exclusive Powder recently, and they had the wow factor for me.

Keep testing, and try advising your hire shop that you want to test new models prior to purchase ), and go for the VIP lines. If your hire shop says (for example) "these are a nice ladies model.....very light and easy", they are offering you restaurant skis.....leave quickly!!

From some testing I did in Zermatt recently, check out the Scott Aztec Maya. They may be just up your street, unisex, though very popular with women. Quite an impressive ski.