Ski Tests Chix Twin Tips
Group verdict
Because this is a category where great value can often be found, our testers were also looking for all-mountain versatility, and they found it in the top three skis in the segment - the Liberty Envy which was the clear gold medalist and the Armada ARW and K2 Missdemeanor which both took silver.
Target skier
A younger advanced skier looking for a twin tip with plenty of waist width and plenty of all-mountain versatility - one that works in the park and in the powder but gets by on the groomed and let's not pay too much for these attributes either.
Skier ability:
On the ski school rating scale, these skis will suit classes 3 to 1.
| Armada ARW |
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| Comments: Hard to fault in the category and still a nice cruiser; Susie. Sold all-mountain ski, won't let you down on the groomed but really shines off it; Joanna.
Verdict: In the top three; versatile and good value. |
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| Elan Twist |
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| Comments: Softer flex pitches this one at improving skiers; Navena. Soft and supple for the teens but doesn't like to be pushed on the groomed; Joanna.
Verdict: Better choice for younger and developing skiers; outstanding at the price. |
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| Head Rock n Roll 94 |
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| Comments: Nice ski - easy to work on mixed terrain; Navena. Prefers playing in softer, crudy snow to fanging on the groomed; Susie.
Verdict: Another option for buyers looking for a forgiving ski. |
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| K2 Miss Demeanor |
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| Comments: Just fantastic, great on the groomed and perfect off-piste or in powder; Susie. Suit stronger skiers who like to get off-piste or p[lay in the park; Joanna.
Verdict: Another top three choice; great value and a versatile package. Comes with jib rocker. |
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| Liberty Envy |
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| Comments: What a ski - great all mountain women's ski with plenty of substance; Susie. Responsive ski wherever you take it, width underfoot enhances all-terrain capability; Navena.
Verdict: Came out on top of the top three; great shape for a true all-mountain performer. |
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| Nordica Velvet Ace |
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| Comments: Initiates easily, softer flex is silky in soft snow but it chatters when pushed on the groomed; Navena. Capable all-rounder; Joanna.
Verdict: Better choice for younger and improving skiers. |
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| Surface Next Time |
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| Comments: Rocker takes getting used to, this is one for the quiver - bring it out on powder days; Sue. Surprisingly agile for a fatty, but you really feel every bump and rut; Navena.
Verdict: Powder-oriented ski - will get by on the groomed, but doesn't really want to be there. |
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