Pip Luscher wrote:
On Thu, 17 Sep 2009 14:42:13 GMT, "Jérémy" wrote:

(x-posted to ukrm in case no-one uses the ski groups any longer)

With great sadness I think I'm going to have to give up my old X-Screams.
The bases remain as indestructible as ever, but the gimmicky shock
absorbers on top are leaking some horrible sticky black substance.

[snip]
So, what should I be looking at?

No answers from me, just the observation that I'm also toying with the
idea of buying new, or secondhand skis too. I've got a reasonable pair
of Head carving skis but I had to hire something more off-piste
oriented last year after a couple of hints from my instructors.

If I do then they'll probably something like Rossignol Bandits or
whatever they call them this year (none of that twin-tip stuff for
me). Ideally good second-hand so I won't be so worried about losing or
damaging them.

Wife and I both lke our Bandits which we've had for a few years now.

If you live in the Alps, narrow it down to a few different skis and then
demo to see which ski you like best and in which length for the type of
skiing/conditions you'll most likely encounter. But you knew that right ?

Good luck