Anybody use the Skier's Edge machine??

ssudha17 · Feb 18, 2008, 12:36 PM

I was looking for a elliptical machine for me and my wife to exercise at home and came across this machine which is supposed to simulate skiing called Skier's Edge and was wondering if this would be a good substitute for an elliptical. I personally don't like to go to the gym and prefer various sports to keep healthy and was thinking if it is a machine that works on the muscles that I use for skiing, it might be a good incentive to invest in this instead and keep my skiing muscles in shape during the off-season, for about the same price.

Anyone tried this product and could share their experience using it?? Also any other comparable products that you would recommend?

Hawkshot99 · Feb 18, 2008, 1:47 PM

Grassi21 does......

**bvibert** · Feb 18, 2008, 2:07 PM

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Originally Posted by Hawkshot99

Grassi21 does......

The Skier's Edge Experiment - Let's see if Grassi21 can catch up to the pack?

sledhaulingmedic · Feb 18, 2008, 2:14 PM

I've had one for about 5 years. I haven't used t much this season, but would highly recommend it. Plus, it's way more fun than any other exercise machine.

severine · Feb 18, 2008, 2:26 PM

I wouldn't consider it a replacement for an elliptical as far as general fitness goes. But it seems like a great addition to the arsenal for ski training. I had to use one in physical therapy 7.5 years ago for my (repeatedly) sprained ankle. This was before I ever skied but I was impressed with it. It was my favorite exercise in PT.

ssudha17 · Feb 18, 2008, 2:36 PM

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Originally Posted by bvibert

The Skier's Edge Experiment - Let's see if Grassi21 can catch up to the pack?

Thanks for this link...Seems like most people have good things to say about it. Anyone use other similar products like the Pro Fitter? Also those who bought the Skiers Edge, could you share how much you paid for it and if you would recommend the Balance Bar with it or would you just go with the poles?

drjeff · Feb 18, 2008, 4:04 PM

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Originally Posted by ssudha17

Thanks for this link...Seems like most people have good things to say about it. Anyone use other similar products like the Pro Fitter? Also those who bought the Skiers Edge, could you share how much you paid for it and if you would recommend the Balance Bar with it or would you just go with the poles?

I love mine(Big Mountain with the RPM plate)! Had it now almost 18 months and still use it atleast 2 to 3 times a week year round.

Don't bother with the balance bar unless you have trouble walking on a regular basis! The poles are great, and atleast in my experience, you'll be using the machine without any balance aids quickly.

Mine was about $1200 shipped to my house new from Skier's Edge.

MRGisevil · Feb 18, 2008, 4:07 PM

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Originally Posted by drjeff

I love mine(Big Mountain with the RPM plate)! Had it now almost 18 months and still use it atleast 2 to 3 times a week year round.

Don't bother with the balance bar unless you have trouble walking on a regular basis! The poles are great, and atleast in my experience, you'll be using the machine without any balance aids quickly.

Mine was about $1200 shipped to my house new from Skier's Edge.

Finally, a price quote! The website seems pretty convoluted- couldn't find $$$$ anywhere...

ssudha17 · Feb 18, 2008, 9:57 PM

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Originally Posted by MRGisevil

Finally, a price quote! The website seems pretty convoluted- couldn't find $$$$ anywhere...

I requested for the DVD and pricing info from the website. Once I get it, I will share the current prices on this thread. I am going to look for these on Craigslist and see if I can find one as suggested by BeanoNYC. If you come across one, and you are not picking it up, do let me know.

drjeff · Feb 19, 2008, 7:28 AM

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Originally Posted by ssudha17

I requested for the DVD and pricing info from the website. Once I get it, I will share the current prices on this thread. I am going to look for these on Craigslist and see if I can find one as suggested by BeanoNYC. If you come across one, and you are not picking it up, do let me know.

Typically if you wait until April they'll ususally have their "end of the year" sale when prices come down usually 10 - 20%.

I will say though that they are VERY well made machines(at 6'3" and 220 odd lbs I can put some strain on those belts, and mine are in pristine shape after 18 months of very regular and intense use). Just don't bother getting the "classic" model, the rise on that machine (basically 6") isn't nearly enough for a good work out. The Big mountain at basically 12" of rise is nice, I'd imagine that the world cup model with basically 18" of rise would be one monsterous workout!

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sledhaulingmedic Hillman's Highway Join Date: Jun 2004 Posts: 1,333	I've had one for about 5 years. I haven't used t much this season, but would highly recommend it. Plus, it's way more fun than any other exercise machine.

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severine Arapahoe Basin Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: CT Posts: 2,241	I wouldn't consider it a replacement for an elliptical as far as general fitness goes. But it seems like a great addition to the arsenal for ski training. I had to use one in physical therapy 7.5 years ago for my (repeatedly) sprained ankle. This was before I ever skied but I was impressed with it. It was my favorite exercise in PT.