G3 SEEKr 100 Skis 2018-2019. My favored ski length is often about 180 cm, but as I alluded to in the post, I do use lengths around 170 as well. Well, G3 has done just that. Last edited by 1000-oaks; 11-07-2018 at 12:01 PM. “Butter” stands for nose butter 360s generally. While the shape of the Swift series skis is virtually the same as their namesake’s lengths in G3’s regular line, they bend easier. But hey, it’s not illegal. We particularly enjoyed the surfy, floaty SEEKr 100 when skied in an upright stance. Discussion in 'Backcountry' started by snowgum, Apr 10, 2020. snowgum One of Us Ski Pass: Gold. Consisting of the ROAMr 100 Elle, ROAMr 100, and ROAMr 108, the ROAMr skis all feature two layers of titanal, and come in at pretty low weights. Sure, any boot fitter will tell you that women’s calf muscles “tend” to require more room at the boot liner cuff, and I’d agree from experience that sometimes female feet involve narrow ankles. Stephen, I’m about 70 kilos, 180 cm tall. Tage 13. They are a combination of what one might consider mere mechanical construction, yet they are also part art. This is the perfect ski series for older, physically compromised, skinnier skiers. Explore G3's award winning and highly acclaimed alpine touring skis for 2016. (This post sponsored by our publishing partner Cripple Creek Backcountry.) Insanely light. “Smear” and “slarve” represent the same concept, sorry for misquoting the actual term used by Lou, “Instead of designating gear with a gender prefix, sell it for body type, style, and recreation goals?”. MSRP: $799.00 . Explore G3's award winning and highly acclaimed alpine touring skis for 2016. The SEEKr 110's high-performance blend of poplar and paulownia wood transfers your power to the powder while keeping the ski's weight down. Min 9. New. I wouldn’t call this radius “relaxed,” but neither did I find it to be too squirrely. Funny they use the word “smaller” instead of “lighter weight,” perhaps a bit of PCnoia? Itâs light: The FINDr 94 is 3 pounds 3 ounces ⦠Visit G3's Canadian online store for the full range of skis, bindings, splitboards, skins, poles, accessories, and more. And yes dear reader, theyâre too easy to turn. In the backcountry, anyway. Construction: What with multiple carbon fiber layers, wood core and PU sidewalls, G3 does not compromise. G3âs Ski Made To Cross Boundaries The Boundary is aptly named. I expect to be much happier when I can put names to my mistakes and triumphs. Super light textured nylon topsheet - durable and ⦠Verified weight per ski, average for pair: 1,375 grams. With the exception of a few feminine specific products relating to realities of anatomy, body types in the real world vary so much as to moot anything specific. Comparison to Backland 107, VTA 108 or 0G 108? As for shape, the Seekr Swift 100 boasts a 16.4 meter radius, with 31 millimeters sidecut. G3 SEEKr 110 Swift Skis - Unisex 6010-863. Would I prefer them to be somewhat lighter? Geometry: Most importantly, a key element of the Swift series is it provides a 154 cm option, one step below the 162 cm shortest of G3’s regular ski lines. No reviews yet. Sam Shaheen on the G3 ROAMr 108, Telluride, CO. Hence, last winter I acquired a pair of G3 Seekr Swift 100 testers, and wrung them out. equipment. Gone are the days of standing my skinny carcass on a pair of steel-stiff planks and waiting for something to happen. Jim, playing around with slarving, given the right ski, is a nice addition to one’s repertoire. Sure, as a professional skier I’m blessed with an extensive quiver, and some of my skis are long, but as the years pile on I trend to the shorter options. For a number of decades I was not paying attention to ski lingo, and now I don’t know much of the jargon known to everyone else. I need help, Lou. They scrapped their Elle women’s line and morphed it into what they’re calling the “Swift” version of their ski physics. I don’t really see Lou getting nose butters on a 170 long 1300 g ski but hey this is 2020 you never know. With my 170s held base-to-base, the tip rocker extends 45 centimetres to a flat spot. The new SEEKr takes the technical FLYRIDE+ carbon construction from the award-winning FINDr then cranks up the fun dial with a ⦠G3 Seekr Skis G3 makes nice skis and the numbers look good, anyone ski the 110 yet? Randonnee Ski Touring “AT” ski gear — What is Hip? Yeah, wrong on so many levels. But with controlled velocity, a shorter plank is just plain easier, quick to hop around, a snap to butter or slarve. Canadian brand G3’s new SEEKr line provides all-mountain, playful performance in a lightweight, backcountry-oriented package. Though in terms of ideals for human powered skiing, a longer ski can help with trail breaking in bottomless conditions like we get here in Colorado. I’ve been asking myself that question of late, as I continue my quest for the plank that compensates for my lack of ankle flexibility (left, fused). G3 uses the same polyurethane sidewalls that earned the SEEKrâs cousinâthe ROAMrâan Editorsâ Choice Award last year. But its mass is reasonable and it checks every other criteria on the list. The ski’s core consists of pre-shaped poplar and paulownia wood, sandwiched between two layers of triaxial stitched carbon. The G3 SEEKr 100 Skis are performance skis for the backcountry. And they fit sideways in my truck without scratching the door panels. A Titanal binding mount plate inspires confidence and saves shop employees from playing strip-the-screw. Weight: My 170 cm testers came in at 1,375 grams per ski (average of pair). Lightest for its size and more playful than ever, the SEEKr 110 crushes vertical for breakfast then feasts on all-you-can-eat powder until your tailgate apres session calls. Ah, the second childhood, but this time with much better gear! We particularly enjoyed the surfy, floaty SEEKr 100 when skied in an upright stance. In other words, beat up, lean veterans like me. It also typically involves spraying copious amounts of snow. A lightweight backcountry ski that'll keep you in the mountains all season long. Numbers: In a previous blog post, I related how I’d experienced a ski that for me was too hard to turn. Can a ski be too easy to turn? Das Angebot endet in 12. Write a review Write a review. Maybe he meant something different but this is what butters and buttering are generally known for. Moreover, consider the male side of the equation. Intro G3 says that the SENDr 112 brings hard-charging power to the backcountry, which is a pretty bold claim for a 112mm-wide ski that weighs about 1850 grams in a 188 cm length. Skiers looking for a superlight deep snow ski will find it in the new G3 SLAYr. In Stock | SKU: 008155-w2021 . Look for new zones on the G3 SEEKr 100 Swift Ski. I find it useful when I’m feeling relaxed, maybe a little tired, and need to brush off speed without executing turns. Lightweight and ready for both the uphill and the down. Field testing: I skied the Seekr Swift 100 on everything from icy morning frozen to blower pow. The G3 Swift series has thus become my daily driver, and is something you might consider as well. No. But what really boosts the downhill performance is the full polyurethane sidewalls that noticeably damp the fairly soft ski when the going gets tough. Ready to rip. I’m told by Lisa that it does. This touring ski balances uphill performance with downhill prowess to ensure you are in control from the start of the day until the end. Demo Skis for Sale. View Profile View Forum Posts Falling Down Join Date Dec 2004 Location SoCal Posts 5,898. Skis G3 SEEKr 100 - 2018/2019 - Related articles about Equipment. It uses a unique combination of carbon fiber, PU sidewalls, and two sheets of metal titanal. Touring backcountry powder puts the fun into the day and with the all-mountain shape of the SEEKr you'll be drawing your own lines. 1000-oaks. But do they all? For example, sell a backpack in a few versions for different torso lengths, with a proven unisex waist belt. G3 SEEKr 110 Skis Winter 2021 . Updated with magnetic contact points hold skis together without a strap for faster transitions and less fiddle. Award winning Backcountry Skis, Bindings, Skins, and Splitboards. The new SEEKr takes the technical FLYRIDE+ carbon construction from the award-winning FINDr then cranks up the fun dial with a modern all-mountain shape and profile. G3 Seekr Elle 100: G3 Ion: G3 Alpinist Grip: 162 Demo Backcountry Skis. To name a few. How about the 100 width? G3 SEEKr 110 Skis G3 has been on a bit of a tear as of late, with a new line up of skis which includes the award-winning FINDr 102âs, a completely new line of Alpinist skins, the new lightweight ZED tech binding and even an avalanche airbag called the Cabrio 30 AR Pack. I'm also looking at a lightweight boot like the Salomon S/Lab X-Alp boot or possibly a slightly heavier boot like the Fischer Ranger Free. G3 aptly named the adventurous FINDr ski. The G3 SEEKr 110 Skis are touring skis with an all-mountain shape to increase performance on- and off-piste. Conclusion: The Seekr Swift 100 is not the lightest touring ski out there. In general, the reasonable weight on the up and easy turns on the down made this a plank I highly recommend, given your body type and physical condition require an “easier” platform. Unfortunately I can't find any sort of reviews or testimonials about the skis themselves online. That is a freestyle maneuver where you rotate into a 180, press on your ski tips so that you find yourself with all your weight on them until you eventually revert (butter) back around with an additional rotation. New Ski Touring Gear From G3 â 2018/2019 written by Lisa Dawson January 11, 2018 G3 SEEKr features longer early rise in tip and tail for smearability (yeah thatâs a word); the slight camber underfoot is said to maintain stability at Canadian speeds. Its slight camber and early rise in the tip and tail make it easy to smash powder and stay stable no matter where you are on the mountain. Length 170 cm (available as 154, 162, 170, 178) The official site of G3 Gear. G3 SEEKr 110 Swift Skis - Unisex. A few years back, G3 introduced their Elle ski line, for women. I’ve now gone to the other extreme. My approach to skiing has been just to ski. © 2020 Pocket Outdoor Media Inc. All Rights Reserved. Intro The ROAMr series is a relatively new line of skis from G3 thatâs intended for skiers who split their time between the resort and the backcountry. Here’s why. Complete your quiver before winter arrives. Overall, this is a complex geometry that could be over-thought. Skitourguru.com Viktor DeveÄka, Forest Skis Dec 9, 2018 Czech. Canadian brand G3âs new SEEKr line provides all-mountain, playful performance in a lightweight, backcountry-oriented package. Question G3 Seekr 100 - any experience or opinions? The made-in-Canada ski is an ideal ski mountaineering tool. Typically easier to do on progressive mounted (bindings closer to the ski geometric true center) softer skis with tip and tail rocker/early rise. Ready to rip. Soon after that, under the foot, there’s a small amount of classic camber, then the tail rocker begins about 25 centimetres from the binding heel. Designed and Developed by WildSnow, Naxo Backcountry Skiing Bindings – Info Index, Silvretta Pure Backcountry Skiing Bindings – Info Index, Fritschi Backcountry Skiing Bindings – Info Index, Naxo randonnee alpine touring AT ski binding FAQ, Dynafit Binding Frequently Asked Questions FAQ. Ridiculously light and agile, the SEEKr 100 redefines backcountry performance and dare we say pleasure in that all-mountain sweet-spot of 100 mm underfoot. Demo ski sales are final, and are not eligible for rewards points credit. In this case, that would be a full thickness base, PU sidewalls, beefy tip-wrapped edges and of course a ski that actually skis. The trick is relatively simple: In lieu of ABS plastic, G3 uses polyurethane in the sidewalls of its skis. I hit my nemesis a few times as well: classic Colorado trap crust. G3 SEEKr 100 Skis - 2020 | IN STOCK | Ridiculously light and agile, the SEEKr 100 redefines backcountry performance and dare we say pleasure in that all-mountain sweet-spot of 100 mm underfoot. I’ve never been entirely comfortable with the gender designation of outdoors gear. I’ll let that one go, and add my own spreech. And, if you’re prepared to tell us, what do you weigh? I’m using the 170, but those of you in the “smaller” category, do note that here is a fully formed performance plank you can get in the appropriate length for your body type. DVA, you are right, I’m not exactly doing intentional butters, only accidental (ha ha), but after having watched friends I’m am well aware of the concept and a ski like this, while it’s not designed for “tricks” does make them more possible. Skis G3 SEEKr 110 Skis Winter 2021 . The Swift means that this model of the SEEKr is made for smaller, lighter backcountry travelers (compared to the bigger SEEKr 100).There are smaller lengths and less stiff flex patterns provided in this series. This is the perfect ski series for older, physically compromised, skinnier skiers. You can feel the camber pop you from turn to turn, and the rocker does it’s usual job of providing tilt-and-turn ease when the snow gets difficult. The uphill performance is boosted by the lightweight paulownia and carbon fiber, while the downhill prowess is made possible by the full sidewalls, damp poplar, and versatile 100mm waist. Demo skis include skis, G3 Ion Bindings, and G3 Alpinist Skins. The 3D shaped wood core is lightweight, with added steel edges and a polyurethane sidewall for extra durability. Sidecut as measured 131/100/119 Free shipping on all orders over $150. Be the first to write a review. G3 uses only premium carbon fibre laminates in the FINDr, SEEKr, and SLAYr skis. 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