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The price of the Dynastar Contact 9's is a bit deceiving, as this is a pretty serious ski at a bargain price, compared to a lot of the competition. 
Model: Dynastar Contact 9 (2007)
Size(cm) / Radius(m): 158/11 165/12 172/13 178/14
Sidecut: 122-72-102 Manufacturer's Description of the Dynastar Contact 9: "For very good technical skiers looking for agressive and efficent carved turns." Ski-Review's Verdict: The term is already overused, but this is a real "Game improvement Ski" for skiers that are already on the Expert runs but want to break out of the dreaded "skid to finish" turn technique. The shovel, while slightly stiffer than one would expect, will deliver smooth and solid entry into each new turn. Tip drift is not an issue, as the ski follows the turn shape chosen by the skier, and not dictated by the radius of the sidecut. Taper angle (the relationship of shovel width to tail width) is ideal, and invites turns of any radius. In addition, the dimensions make this a good choice for skiers looking to improve their mogul skills. Here are some comments from our Test Team. - Taper angle taken to the next level. True versatility and still serving up exceptional carving ability.
- Most impressive ski and the price is a real bargain. We tested them without knowing the price, which in this case was a huge surprise.
- Dynastar shipped these to us in February and we immediately put them into our Demo fleet. They were sold out within days.
- More performance than other skis in this price range, making them one of this year’s best values.
- Even some of the heavier ski testers commented on the Contact 9’s broad capabilities and sports car like handling. BUT women will love the ease of turning as well (just remember to have your shop mount the bindings 1 cm forward).
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Contact 9
Written by Ski Review Guest on 2006-11-23 09:44:33
This ski is lighter and softer, but with the same characteristics of the more aggressive Contact model, the Contact 11. It has a lot of side cut and a well tapered tail.
Dynastar Contact 9 gear review by Brian | Looking for advice
Written by Ski Review Guest on 2006-12-05 15:07:35
Been skiing on Ski Cross 10 for 2 seasons ( 162cm I'm 185lbs), will the Contact 9 w/ PX 12 Fluid compare or exceed in performance? Advise is much appreciated prior to considering making a deal to trade in.
Moe | dynastar contact 9
Written by Ski Review Guest on 2007-03-19 01:39:31
This ski was somewhat surprising considering relatively low, nine out of eleven, serial number in Dynastar Contact series. After deciding that my Atomic B5’s were little too stiff and heavy for my skiing style I spent most of the season testing various ski models looking for that special one . Elan’s 666 came very close to my perfect choice; however, during my holidays in Golden BC (Kicking Horse) I had a hard time controlling this ski on steep terrains and in moguls. I also find 666 extremely fast and stable but not nimble enough in the short turns requiring lots of power to control them. I thought that I should try something a bit flaxier and curvier so I purchased pair of Elan’s Magfire 8 which carved most beautiful arcs on the groomed and not so steep terrains, however, on steep runs Magife’s 8 would protest. I tried some other models including: Stockli’s Stormriders, Head Monster i.M 70, Volkl P60 and some others until I stepped into a pair of new Dynastar Contact’s 9. My first impression was that this ski is a serous contender which not only has enough side cut to rip on the steep groomed runs but also enough umps and good versatility to ski moguls , groomed or some light powder. What I really appreciated was a felling of balance, liveliness and energy making this ski perfect for my skiing style. This ski proves to be exciting and challenging for most of the days but also very tamed and steady when it’s necessary. I will still keep my 666 for those powder days but Contact 9 is moving to my no.1. | WOW!
Written by CHRISfromRI on 2007-04-03 20:39:53
I bought these this season and skied them a couple of dozen days at Waterville Valley on Double Black, Black, and Blue slopes. They are great on all hard and firm surfaces, whether groomed, scraped clean hardpack/ice, or frozen over crud in the morning from the day before. The sidecut is amazing and they carve with confidence.
They do not work as well as a Mid-Fat in the late morning or afternoon in the Spring or when conditions are soft and heavy, because of their 68mm waist.
I am a 165 pound 5' 10" expert skier and bought these in 165cm. |
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