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The Ski Cross 9 is easily the most ski for the dollar if you only
own one pair and ski everything the mountain can throw at you.
Model: Dynastar Ski Cross 9
Size(cm) / Radius(m): 154/13 162/15 170/16 178/17 186/19
Sidecut : 110-69-98
Length tested: 170/178cm
Manufacturer's Description:
"The Cross 9 is for advanced through expert aggressive skiers who
ski technically but want a slightly lighter, more forgiving ski for
maximum on-trail versatility. Autodrive Rebound System composite
plate delivers excellent stability, power and edge grip."
Ski-Review's Verdict:
The biggest “tip & rip” surprise of the test.
The 9 is easily the most ski for the dollar. While heavier skiers
may overpower it, most will love the confidence that the ski
inspires on even the nastiest hard-pack. (see the SC10 if you are over
the 175lb mark. The dimensions are the same, but the 10 is stiffer and
has a Titanium alloy lifter)
“Stunningly” easy turn initiation. Smooth, quick and truly fun. This is one of those “we guarantee it” skis.
Consider a binding with additional lift, raising the skier up to FIS
limits - (55mm). This will allow more aggressive edging and pressure,
without "booting out" and produce some BIG grins, as well as
encouraging better technique by actively pressuring both skis.
A great alternative to Volkl's Five Star and you can use
Look/Rossi's turntable - more elasticity and ski at a lower DIN without
risking prerelease.
Conclusion? Great skis at a reasonable price.
*****
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Great Ski
Written by Ski Review Guest on 2005-03-17 13:13:43
I am an advanced skier, 48, 5'10" and 195lb. I have just spent my first weekend in Quebec/Vermont with this ski in 170cm and look p12 Ti bindings and am astounded by the quickness and versatility of the combination. I ran in everything from fresh powder to ice to glades and bumps and this ski handled it all with grace and stability.I never found this ski to be skittish or squirrelly. It flexed well in low speed bumps, edged solid through crud and ice, and tracked like on rails at high speed. Does it get any better than this? | Skicross 9
Written by Ski Review Guest on 2005-03-31 03:34:31
My first shaped ski. Hadnt skied for 6 years. 5' 8 inches, 200 lbs. Got a great deal at sports authority and went with the 162's. What a blast. I have found these skis to be very forgiving in learning the new technique (for me) of carving ( they will allow some skidding). Ice? No problem. Spring conditions? Beautiful. It is so much less work skiing these skis then my old pencil skis. I am skiing faster and better than I ever have. | Skicross 9 (2005)
Written by Ski Review Guest on 2005-09-30 13:39:16
God i love this ski. it's my favorite posession! let me get to the next level of skiing! tried on all terrain. 10 out of 10. | love it love it love it
Written by Ski Review Guest on 2007-06-23 06:41:00
the best ski i've ever used. no complaints at all. love it.
10 out of 10.
(im an advanced skier) |
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