these look like a wider version of Volkl Mantra's....at least in terms of shape
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PRIOR INTRODUCES "THE DOUGH BOY"
Authored By Prior On Fri Jun, 17 2005
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WHISTLER, Canada - June 16, 2005 - Whistler-based Prior Snowboards, known throughout the world as manufacturers of premium, handcrafted snow-riding products, has announced the introduction of the powder specific Dough Boy Ski in limited release for winter 2005/06. The Dough
Boy is the second Prior Ski model to be offered to the public and fits a growing niche within the ski community.
The Dough Boy is designed for and excels in powder terrain of all kinds. The Dough Boy's wide, relatively long tips help keep the rider on top of soft snow; its tapered shape, comparatively narrower, and slightly upturned round tail accentuate this dynamic and allow skiers to ride in
powder without having to lean back. The ski's modest side-cut and shape also allow for easy turning in a variety of soft pack winter conditions from tight trees to wide open alpine bowls. The shape and flex allow skiers of all abilities to enjoy the full gamut of powder conditions
like never before.
Testers were all smiles after trying the Dough Boy and many commented that it provided a fun more surfy feel than non tapered powder skis.they were surprised on how well it performed on hard pack conditions as well.
"The Dough Boy ski incorporates a similar look, feel and ride to our popular Khyber snowboard style we released in 2003," says Chris Prior, company founder. "It allows you to get on top of the snow more easily without having to lean back to keep your tips up. Due to its increased surface area and side-cut, skiers can ride a shorter ski length and turn more easily.
"The Dough Boy is a prime example of how technological advances and information we have gathered from our snowboard development has benefited our ski line," recalls Prior. "By the same token, lessons learned in ski manufacturing have assisted in the overall quality and
performance of our snowboards."
The ski is being released in a limited quantity for 2005/06 and can be obtained directly from the Prior factory or at
www.priorskis.com for C$899 (US$720).
Prior Ski Specifications
Length (cm)
Tip (mm)
Waist (mm)
Tail (mm)
Taper (mm)
Radius (m)
167
143
103
118
25
17
175
145
105
120
25
18
183
147
107
122
25
20
Prior has been handcrafting snowboards since 1990. The company offers a complete line of high-performance and custom snowboards to suit all riding styles and preferences. In the fall of 2004 Prior introduced its
Original freeride ski, a product it had been developing for three years. All Prior snowboards and skis are made at the Prior factory in Whistler, Canada, the company's home for research and development over the past fifteen years.
For more information or to order the Prior ski, contact the Prior factory at info@priorskis.com or toll free
1-877-93-PRIOR or visit www.priorskis.com
