Patronainthe801
Certified Ski Diva
Up until a few weeks ago, I had a fantastic pair of Volkl Deacon 74's in 173 cm. For reference I am 5'8" and 165 and mostly ski in Utah. Then I let my husband try them out after he decided he wasn't so into his RTM's after an icy weekend in Big Sky. Now he loves them and doesn't want to give them back. I made the mistake (I think) of picking up a pair of Volkl Racetiger SL 170's...and I think they're a bit too much for me despite preferring a normally longer ski. I would consider myself an advanced but not an expert skier. I went with the Racetigers because I have plenty of wider options that are fine for powder, but I find myself preferring to just stick to front side groomers. The Deacons handle ice like a champ, and while they initially took a little bit to get used to, they don't seem nearly as difficult as the Racetigers. I think my ski level is not as prepared for the Racetigers, especially at 170, as I originally thought. They do a great job carving, but if I'm not going Mach 10, they're a struggle. Once on edge and flying, they're great. They seem to be much quicker than the Deacons as well, but a little too fast. I think I'll save them for my son to use next season.
I enjoy making beautiful, precise turns, more than I love speed, but I'm not afraid of speed either. I'm not opposed to a men's option and don't necessarily care about the graphics on the top sheet. Any recommendations?
I enjoy making beautiful, precise turns, more than I love speed, but I'm not afraid of speed either. I'm not opposed to a men's option and don't necessarily care about the graphics on the top sheet. Any recommendations?