Hi again,
Am revving up for the upcoming (8 day) trip and have to book some rental skis. Of course I'll be able to change them when on-mountain but I need to make the initial request now.
So, I wouldn't mind some assistance in choosing what type of ski I should be looking at first, keeping in mind that I will be focusing greatly on the PMTS exersizes in books 1 & 2, which is totally new to me (have only read them and done some of the dryland stuff)
I am an advanced intermediate, having started skiing as an adult. Have skied 8-9 weeks in as many years with ESF type lessons, and even though I get down most blacks comfortably I don't do so with 'natural' style. I am locked into bad habits that are holding me back, basically skidding my turns. Weigh only 67kg (150lb) and am 6'1''.
I will be skiing in Niseko, Japan which is known for its abundant powder, so that has to be taken into account. I imagine I'll spend the first day or so doing only drills to start the PMTS ingraining process. Will of course jump into the pow incrementally after this.
I don't know what models they have but their classes are:
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Carve skis, 30% powder 70% groomed (my guess <75mm)
Mid fat skis, 50% powder 50% groomed (my guess 75-85mm)
Fat skis 70% powder 30% groomed (my guess 85- 95mm)
Mega fat skis 90% powder 10% groomed (my guess 100+)
Or should I be looking for a certain radius?
Help is much appreciated, thanks,
Petter.