Legend 8800 vs. Inspired?

(already tried the search function – no dice)

What is the difference (if any) between the Dynastar Inspired by Nobis/Intuitiv Big vs. the Legend 8800? As far as I know they have the same sidecut (117-89-110), same Autodrive construction, same hull-shaped tip, etc. Only difference I can see is cosmetics.

But apparently the local Dynastar rep has said that the construction is different (I’ve only heard this secondhand, though). Does anybody have any info?

And, yes, I am too much of a wimp for the Super Nobis/Legend Pro. Sure do like my 188 Inspireds, though.

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Originally Posted by Merlyn

Only difference I can see is cosmetics.

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Ding ding ding, We have a winner

The new one is supposed to be stiffer. Oh yeah, and more expensive.

FWIW, the Dyna warranty rep told me they were "a little lighter and a little stiffer."

I like the Inspired's graphics better, but I'm getting used to the orange. The only thing left to do is to actually ski them. What a concept. ;)

I normally ski the Intuitiv Big. The 8800 skis very similar, but the LP was quite a bit more stable in the mank. If price was no object, I would go with the Pro's. But I can't see paying a big premium over some of the older models.

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Originally Posted by Shredhead

I normally ski the Intuitiv Big. The 8800 skis very similar, but the LP was quite a bit more stable in the mank. If price was no object, I would go with the Pro's. But I can't see paying a big premium over some of the older models.

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The Legend Pro is ~$700 at Telemark Pyrenees

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Originally Posted by cj001f

The Legend Pro is ~$700 at Telemark Pyrenees

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649 € = about 811 US $ (plus shipping.....)

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Originally Posted by verbier61

649 € = about 811 US $ (plus shipping.....)

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they have inspired or bigs at 412 €, though

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Originally Posted by verbier61

649 € = about 811 US $ (plus shipping.....)

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No VAT on this side of the ditch.

542 € = about $666 + 54€/$66 shipping