Am I going to regret these on sale DPS Pagoda RP 112?

[Porcupine]

I have bought tons of gear from Sierra and never had any issues before. Maybe it just wasn’t meant to be

 

[TiffAlt]

I have bought tons of gear from Sierra and never had any issues before. Maybe it just wasn’t meant to be

Same! But it was awhile ago for me. Hope this isn't a new trend - maybe just a fluke?

 

[echo_VT]

Sorry about the damaged goods @Porcupine I’m not sure storage would cause that but no sense in trying to figure that out… have you returned it?…

agreed with others about DPS. I’m 5’4” 125 lbs and I ski the DPS Zelda 106 Alchemist in 158 (older version, 2018 maybe, pre-pagoda) and they’re pretty much perfect in powder conditions. My spouse got the pagoda after the wailer alchemist and he is a fan. They’re a traditional ski and a great one at that … hope you find something!

 

[echo_VT]

Duplicate post!

 

[Porcupine]

Sorry about the damaged goods @Porcupine I’m not sure storage would cause that but no sense in trying to figure that out… have you returned it?…

agreed with others about DPS. I’m 5’4” 125 lbs and I ski the DPS Zelda 106 Alchemist in 158 (older version, 2018 maybe, pre-pagoda) and they’re pretty much perfect in powder conditions. My spouse got the pagoda after the wailer alchemist and he is a fan. They’re a traditional ski and a great one at that … hope you find something!

Oh yeah, it's total speculation on my part on how it came to be this way. It's all packed up and will be returned today.

I've begun the search "anew" somewhat. It's tough without being able to reserve demo skis in advance (I called Alta and they don't let me reserve ahead of time) since to test powder skis I need to 1) have powder 2) be able to go up 3) specific demo skis being available

I'm looking in the 100 ish range now. For better or worse I've stuck with the secret 92's for many days to force myself to focus on being a better skier and not just blame the tools. Many situations I was able to improve/improvise - but I'd really rather to floating on top of the cloud of fluff instead of fighting my way through haha First, first, first world problem for sure

Currently have the following on my "to try" list. Feel free to toss more on top of the pile.
- Carbon Kaizen 100, 153
- Icelantic Nia Pro 105, 162 (too long?! or rocker makes it short so its ok?)

To investigate more
- Sheeva 10, 156
- Mindbender 106c, 155 (my boot fitter says they think online reviews are more favorable than it should be)
- Blaze 106w, 158

 

[echo_VT]

Oh yeah, it's total speculation on my part on how it came to be this way. It's all packed up and will be returned today.

I've begun the search "anew" somewhat. It's tough without being able to reserve demo skis in advance (I called Alta and they don't let me reserve ahead of time) since to test powder skis I need to 1) have powder 2) be able to go up 3) specific demo skis being available

I'm looking in the 100 ish range now. For better or worse I've stuck with the secret 92's for many days to force myself to focus on being a better skier and not just blame the tools. Many situations I was able to improve/improvise - but I'd really rather to floating on top of the cloud of fluff instead of fighting my way through haha First, first, first world problem for sure

Currently have the following on my "to try" list. Feel free to toss more on top of the pile.
- Carbon Kaizen 100, 153
- Icelantic Nia Pro 105, 162 (too long?! or rocker makes it short so its ok?)

To investigate more
- Sheeva 10, 156
- Mindbender 106c, 155 (my boot fitter says they think online reviews are more favorable than it should be)
- Blaze 106w, 158

I would add Elan Ripsticks, Rossi Soul 7, Nordica Santa Ana (the ski has been undergoing some changes, so this is a little unsure to say), perhaps Fischer ranger (last I checked this had rocket). I agree with Mindbender and Blaze and I don’t know the others so I can’t say. I’ve heard the black crows are good. There might be additional skis from the backcountry world (I mention this bc you discuss DPS, but I realize DPS crosses over to resort). For sizing to determine contact point of the shovel for effective edge, talk to the salesperson, mention your height weight and skier type and they will help you if they’re knowledgeable about the skis they sell.