Rossignol Bandit B2 decission

[bill9009]

I think I have narrowed my decision down to the B2's but now I am trying to decide between the 06's or the 05's.

I found what I think is a good deal on ebay, 05 B2's w/ Rossignol Axial 120 T Plate Bindings, free shipping and a set of Scott poles, and oh yeah no NY sales tax! all for $540

I guess my first question is if thats a good deal or not, I assume it is.

Also, money aside, would it be better to get the 06's and put my old Marker M1000's on them.

The only difference I can tell between the two is that the 06 is 116-78-105 and a diff design on top and the 05's are 113-76-103 if I'm not mistaken.

I dont think that would make too much of a difference??

Oh yeah one more thing I usually ski a 167 but the b2's only come in 160 and 170, i am leaning towards the 170 but I have heard some people say to go for the shorter. I am just looking for some more opinions.

OK I just read the 06's come in a 168, hmmm!

Anyone know where I can get the 06's cheaper than $599???

Thanks!

[riverc0il]

have you skied the B2's before? what are your primary needs of the ski and what will you be skiing most? i suspect you should be able to get cheaper for last seasons models, but your call on whether or not you pull the trigger.

[bill9009]

No I havent skied them before, I know I should probably demo them first, but my old skis were stolen out of my garage and I will be at Gore opening day, whenever that is. So I need to buy something. I consider myself an advanced skier, who likes the woods just as much as a wide open groomed cruiser. From their description and what the guy said at the shop these are the skis for me, then again he wants to make money so who knows.

[riverc0il]

fwiw, and i know for every ski out there... there is someone who does not like it, the b2 isn't a very lively ski and felt quite dead to me. these sticks sucked on the groomers, imo. just plain sucked. i tried out most of the all mountain mid-fats for the advanced skier last year, and this ski was the worst on the groomers. i imagine they have good float and would be cool on powder. it might have just been my body build and skiing style (220 lbs, 6'1", aggressive skier), but these skis did worse than nothing for me, they were holding me back.

i can't imagine starting the ski season without a pair of sticks, but i also couldn't imagine dropping over $500 on something that may or may not do the trick. what skis were you on before? if you have M1000 binders i imagine you were not skiing rossi which normally get mounted up with looks, iirc.

[highpeaksdrifter]

Originally Posted by riverc0il

fwiw, and i know for every ski out there... there is someone who does not like it, the b2 isn't a very lively ski and felt quite dead to me. these sticks sucked on the groomers, imo. just plain sucked. i tried out most of the all mountain mid-fats for the advanced skier last year, and this ski was the worst on the groomers. i imagine they have good float and would be cool on powder. it might have just been my body build and skiing style (220 lbs, 6'1", aggressive skier), but these skis did worse than nothing for me, they were holding me back.

i can't imagine starting the ski season without a pair of sticks, but i also couldn't imagine dropping over $500 on something that may or may not do the trick. what skis were you on before? if you have M1000 binders i imagine you were not skiing rossi which normally get mounted up with looks, iirc.

Oil, don’t hold back so much, and let him know how you really feel about the B2.
Holly cow that was one harsh review.

[riverc0il]

oh, sorry for holding back so much. if you really want to know....

i only got to spend the day on the ski doing groomers with some pushed over snow on the side of the trail. it could rip of the groomers, but just calling it how i skied it. my usual disclaimer applies, different skis ski differently for different skiers.

[highpeaksdrifter]

Originally Posted by riverc0il

just calling it how i skied it. my usual disclaimer applies, different skis ski differently for different skiers.

Try to demo some Nordica skis this year, will ya? I'd like to hear your opinion. At least I think I would.

[riverc0il]

yea, i'll have to check them out. i didn't have time last year to check out their tent.

[awf170]

Originally Posted by riverc0il

i only got to spend the day on the ski doing groomers with some pushed over snow on the side of the trail. it could rip of the groomers, but just calling it how i skied it. my usual disclaimer applies, different skis ski differently for different skiers.

I dont think there much better on soft snow or powder either. My dad used them at alta this year with fresh snow, and he hated them(he's 150 pounds) He actually liked his old XX bandits way more. I have seriously not heard one good review about theses skis, I would not get them or atleast just demo them your first day out. Hey Riverc0il I see that you havent spammed him on the legend 8000's yet, suprising I havent tried them before but it seems like everyone thinks that is an awsome ski. My dad also demoed them and thought they beat the b2 in every aspect

[riverc0il]

i was awaiting hearing what bill9009 has previous skied on before making that recommendation the 8000 are awesome skis, but not for everyone and i wouldn't make a recommendation without knowing a little more.