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Daily drivers were stolen - what should I get?

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BenedictGomez said:
If it happened in April it wouldn't be quite as bad, but now I just have groomer death cookie busting rock skis that weigh 1000 pounds and powder skis with no powder. So I'm having to do lots of research, which is annoying and will need to pull the trigger on something quickly.

Will probably go down to the Front to all those ski shops outside the canyons soon and see what they have in one or two years old. Evo in SLC is good too. First I'll go to a shop in PC where the guy knows us as frequent fliers and gives us really good deals to see if they have something. I'm honestly more annoyed that my Leki carbon poles were stolen at the same time as those suckers cost $170, and even though they were about 15 years old, it doesnt matter as poles last forever.
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I would consider narrowing down your options and doing a demo. A lot of shops will let you apply the cost of the demo to a new pair.

Also give a call to the Alta Ski Shop. They have been selling off their demo skis from the last two seasons and they are a good price, include bindings, and are in good shape.
 
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What exactly are you looking for..
What width and length..and for what type of terrain.
Right now..skis that holds on super hardback are the go to..at least fir a while.
I have head kore 105s that I'm thinking of selling..as well as the 92s..
And the 118s...
The 118s were too big after a while so the 105s where the go to.
 
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BenedictGomez said:
If it happened in April it wouldn't be quite as bad, but now I just have groomer death cookie busting rock skis that weigh 1000 pounds and powder skis with no powder. So I'm having to do lots of research, which is annoying and will need to pull the trigger on something quickly.

Will probably go down to the Front to all those ski shops outside the canyons soon and see what they have in one or two years old. Evo in SLC is good too. First I'll go to a shop in PC where the guy knows us as frequent fliers and gives us really good deals to see if they have something. I'm honestly more annoyed that my Leki carbon poles were stolen at the same time as those suckers cost $170, and even though they were about 15 years old, it doesn't matter as poles last forever.
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Had good fortune with Lone Pine Exchange - both new and used- easy, free returns too.
Bummer. If you can, demo 1st. of course. swiping 10 yr old skis says they have no idea what they were looking for. My good bud in PM skis Liberty - local I think- but he doesn't ski trees like he used too.
 
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Former Sunday Rivah Rat said:
Yes, Lone Pine Exchange always seems to have compelling deals. Highly recommend that place.
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Went there a few months back when I was looking for a powder ski, thinking they'd have a big selection given they're right out side the canyons, and boy was I right. I've never seen a larger collection of used powder boards in my life, but in general I thought they were kindof pricey I for used.
 
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Did the due diligence on many of these models, but given the Rossignol Soul 7s were my all-time favorite ski I made the probable obvious choice and went with the Rossignol Sender Soul as it's billed as an upgraded & most similar ski to the Soul 7. Basically the same specs & similar construction, with a touch more focus on downhill skiing & a bit less focus on park (semi twin versus full twin).

Found a demo pair from last season with Look bindings in Sandy that were only checked-out 5 times. Paid $450, so seemed quite fair. Will give em' a go Friday afternoon.
 
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BenedictGomez said:
Did the due diligence on many of these models, but given the Rossignol Soul 7s were my all-time favorite ski I made the probable obvious choice and went with the Rossignol Sender Soul as it's billed as an upgraded & most similar ski to the Soul 7. Basically the same specs & similar construction, with a touch more focus on downhill skiing & a bit less focus on park (semi twin versus full twin).

Found a demo pair from last season with Look bindings in Sandy that were only checked-out 5 times. Paid $450, so seemed quite fair. Will give em' a go Friday afternoon.
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Nice ! looking forward to the report. my soul7s are still my favorite powder ski and will have to replace at some point !
 
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Sad that ski theft is still a thing. May they rot in hell. Elan Ripsitcks 96 black edition are my soulmates. Ripsticks 106 for powder
 
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