Thanks for the clarification. I understand your explanation and it makes sense. At the same time I think it's fair to say that "proportionally" V6s have narrow tails, just from the looks at least... and how they feel when you are finishing a turn. Often- IME- skis that are designed to perform in all...

Woodserson wrote:The V6 has a narrower tail and probably a different flex, which changes everything.

Good point. I do find the straight and narrow tails of the V6s odd.

I guess this is where the pariah chimes in to highlight the virtues of NNN-BC? Do you think a ski like the Annum is manageable with NNN-BC? Obviously ability, conditions, and boot play a big role in the answer. I would love to know if folks think this is reasonable. I have a pair of Anuums that I h...

Woodserson wrote:I do like the dimensions- my favorite.

Me too.

I have a pair of Voile V6s which are nearly identical dimensionally, which is why I probably won't buy these, because you know, other skis...

now, being that i identify myself as a bc skiier, and ski in the woods and hills far more often than on groomers, i feel like this ski might not last a super long time. maybe it will be tougher than i think, it just feels so light and fragile. however, they had no problem taking down the little sap...

Has anyone skied these? http://www.telemarkdown.com/store/mid-fat/summit-cone-pariahtelemark-ski/ They were reviewed favorably in the Backcountry Gear Issue. I think it would be cool to support the folks behind Telemarkdown. Also, I find it funny that you void the warranty if you don't mount them wi...

Hello All, I am finally looking to make the transition to NTN, at least for resort skiing. I think I will like it as I've never been one to drop really low and these days I probably make about 50% alpine turns. So this is what I am thinking for a 90% lift / 10% backcountry* ski for the Ice Coast: Fi...