Bro vs Pocket Rocket vs Explosiv vs Mantra

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04-14-2005, 08:17 AM
Jim S

Bro vs Pocket Rocket vs Explosiv vs Mantra

I want ski that's good in powder and really stiff to bust crud, sweet in moguls, and good on the groomed. I prefer a stiff ski but sometimes I want a soft ski if my quads get burnt towards the end of the day. I'd give my dimensions but that would help. So is the Bro good for this? Should I get Explosiv used or wait for the Mantra and if so, what length? Maybe 177 for the left ski and a 184 for the right? Blue noodles? I see lots of those on the slopes. Hmm.... can you guys be helpful to me? BTW, who make the Bro?
04-14-2005, 08:18 AM
Jim S

JONG Mo Fo!!!!!!!!!
That is the worse post. Do a SEARCH! LLLLLLLLLLoser. What a knuckle dragging excuse of a vertebrate.

Carry on boys.

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04-14-2005, 08:25 AM
Below Zero

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jim S

I want ski that's good in powder and really stiff to bust crud, sweet in moguls, and good on the groomed. I rpefer a stiff ski but sometimes I want a soft ski if my quads get burnt towards the end of the day. I'd give my dimensions but that would help. So is the Bro good for this? Should I get Explosiv used or wait for the Mantra and if so, what length? Maybe 177 for the left ski and a 184 for the right? Blue noodles? I see lots of those on the slopes. Hmm.... can you guys be helpful to me?

Wow, can you say oxymoron!
04-14-2005, 08:33 AM
Jim S

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Originally Posted by Below Zero

Wow, can you say oxymoron!

I can say "moron" ;)
04-14-2005, 09:58 AM
Jim S

I saw that post. I agree.

I want another pair of Exploders because they are d/c'd and I love 'em. So just in case something happens to mine. Sure I love my Legend Pro but but for tight spots and the Sierra I just love my Exploders. :D
04-14-2005, 10:24 AM
phUnk

So, basically you want a ski that does everything well?
04-14-2005, 10:30 AM
Foggy_Goggles

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Originally Posted by phUnk

So, basically you want a ski that does everything well?

"I want a quality stereo for $19.99"

Radio Shack guy: "Get Realistic!"
04-14-2005, 10:32 AM
El Chupacabra

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Originally Posted by phUnk

So, basically you want snowlerblades?

http://www.mountainsports.com/mssear...&Detail=147799

"The one and only. Glide like crazy and experience new sensations on the most invigorating tool out there. Discover the secret to instant gliding fun. For everyone with the will to have fun on snow."
04-14-2005, 11:51 AM
Jim S

For those who have trouble keeping up, this is all tongue in cheek. :FIREdevil
04-14-2005, 11:53 AM
Core Shot

Quote:

Originally Posted by Foggy_Goggles

"I want a quality stereo for $19.99"

Radio Shack guy: "Get Realistic!"

I always loved that name.

"My stereo's not real, its Realistic!"
04-14-2005, 11:59 AM
El Chupacabra

"Virtual reality."
04-14-2005, 03:24 PM
SquawMan

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jim S

For those who have trouble keeping up, this is all tongue in cheek. :FIREdevil

http://www.tetongravity.com/usergall...10670/stfu.jpg
04-14-2005, 03:36 PM
slim

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Originally Posted by SquawMan

http://www.tetongravity.com/usergall...10670/stfu.jpg

Did you just find out about the internet or something?
04-14-2005, 03:44 PM
phUnk

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jim S

For those who have trouble keeping up, this is all tongue in cheek. :FIREdevil

Also stupid. :yourock:
04-14-2005, 03:55 PM
Stikki

This reminds me of a playground. There's a nice kickball game going on and there's two dorks watching it and making fun of everyone but the truth is they really want in the game.
04-14-2005, 04:19 PM
SquawMan

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Originally Posted by Stikki

This reminds me of a playground. There's a nice kickball game going on and there's two dorks watching it and making fun of everyone but the truth is they really want in the game.

or the grown-up's are acting like the kids to demonstrate how foolish they are

Hmmmmmmm :rolleyes2
04-14-2005, 04:25 PM
PlayHarder

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Originally Posted by SquawMan

or the grown-up's are acting like the kids to demonstrate how foolish they are

Hmmmmmmm :rolleyes2

An idea for those of you that find this place childish and immature or just want to prove to the cubicle monkeys that you're cooler and/or know more than them - doors over there, use it.
04-14-2005, 04:34 PM
SquawMan

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Originally Posted by PlayHarder

An idea for those of you that find this place childish and immature or just want to prove to the cubicle monkeys that you're cooler and/or know more than them - doors over there, use it.

anybody who likes Head skis and doesn't rock the Bro's obviously has no idea what he's talking about

bang a gong, you're a JONG

:nonono2: :nonono2: :nonono2: :nonono2: :nonono2: :nonono2:

03-31-2005, 02:44 PM
PlayHarder

Head Monster 88's

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Anybody had a chance to ski these yet?
I took some iM85's out for a few runs today and loved them, so I'm kind of wondering if the new 88's would fit me or if I should start to look for a pair of this years 85's.
The rep said they've softened them, but made them torsionally stiffer. Would this give them better edge hold, but sacrifice their tank like crud abilities, or am I on the wrong track?
04-14-2005, 04:42 PM
Jim S

Quote:

Originally Posted by PlayHarder

An idea for those of you that find this place childish and immature or just want to prove to the cubicle monkeys that you're cooler and/or know more than them - doors over there, use it.

Alright, lighten up Francis!

This forum can be very helpful but sometimes the responses are more volatile than Ben Laden walking into an NRA convention.
04-14-2005, 05:04 PM
El Chupacabra

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Originally Posted by Jim S

This forum can be very helpful but sometimes the responses are more volatile than Ben Laden walking into an NRA convention.

Wouldn't Ben Laden (or Bin Laden, his older and slightly-more-infamous brother) fit right in at an NRA convention?
04-14-2005, 05:09 PM
Jim S

I figure he'd quickly be eviscerated....and rightfully so.
04-14-2005, 07:51 PM
focus

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Originally Posted by SquawMan

bang a gong, you're a JONG

:confused: :confused: :confused:

shut the fuck UP! you fucking twit!
04-14-2005, 09:07 PM
Station

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Originally Posted by SquawMan

http://www.tetongravity.com/usergall...10670/stfu.jpg

Oh, thats awful. Did you take this with one of those little free web cams?
04-14-2005, 09:18 PM
Bandit Man

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Originally Posted by El Chupacabra

Wouldn't Ben Laden (or Bin Laden, his older and slightly-more-infamous brother) fit right in at an NRA convention?

Ah, the NRA...For the record, I love skis more than I love guns, but not by much... :p That's why I have Pistols and Explosiv's :fm:
04-15-2005, 11:29 AM
ChowdahRidah

From what you said you were looking for, you cannot go wrong with the Explosiv. I got mine in a 180 so I could noodle them in the bumps. They're a little stiff in the bumps but it's an easy adjustment. On groomers, crud and pow they absolutely rule. It's a race ski flex built into a wide board. The whole design is perfection for an all around ski.
04-15-2005, 04:02 PM
Jim S

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Originally Posted by ChowdahRidah

From what you said you were looking for, you cannot go wrong with the Explosiv. I got mine in a 180 so I could noodle them in the bumps. They're a little stiff in the bumps but it's an easy adjustment. On groomers, crud and pow they absolutely rule. It's a race ski flex built into a wide board. The whole design is perfection for an all around ski.

This whole thread was a joke. But I concur with you.

I have a pair of 180cm Explosiv and I think it is the greatest ski I have ever been on for skiing the Tahoe region. And kudos to Bandit Man for steering me towards it last December.

My other fav' is the Dynastar Legend Pro.
04-17-2005, 09:38 PM
Vets

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Originally Posted by Jim S

I want ski that's good in powder and really stiff to bust crud, sweet in moguls, and good on the groomed. I prefer a stiff ski but sometimes I want a soft ski if my quads get burnt towards the end of the day. I'd give my dimensions but that would help. So is the Bro good for this? Should I get Explosiv used or wait for the Mantra and if so, what length? Maybe 177 for the left ski and a 184 for the right? Blue noodles? I see lots of those on the slopes. Hmm.... can you guys be helpful to me? BTW, who make the Bro?

Short answer: Why not just buy all 4 skis.
Shorter answer: Just get the Bros.
Longer answer: I own 3 of the 4 skis you mentioned (Stiff Bros, Pocket Rocket, and Explosive) and here is a comparison of the 3:
Stiff Bros - Widest, stiffest, most stable, and a close second for lightest ski of the 3.
Pocket Rocket - Narrowest, softest, least stable, and lightest of the 3.
Explosive - Middle in width comparison, a close second for stiffness and stability, and much heavier than the other 2.
Last season (and post-season) the Pocket Rockets were my backcountry ski. The Explosives have been my early and late season resort ski for the most part. However, since I got the stiff Bros I haven't used the other 2 skis at all. IMHO the Bro is the closest you can get to a one ski quiver.
04-17-2005, 10:19 PM
splat

(Phantoms)
04-18-2005, 07:42 AM
Hicks

Damn Vets,

didn't Splat already pay you for all the reppin' you have been doing for him? :tongue: