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The 2013 Fischer Hybrid 10.0 is here! Oh and the 9.0, 8.0 and 7.0 too
For the 2012/2013 season Fischer has unveiled a ski construction quite unlike anything we've ever seen before: The Hybrid Series. The lineup features a new technology in ski design that allows you to change the tip profile of the ski from a traditionally cambered tip to a early rising rockered tip with the flip of a switch. This brings a whole new meaning to the term "One Ski Quiver." In a sport chalk-full of choices it's nice to have a little bit of versatility on your side.
Close up of Fischer Hybrid Switch and 2012 Fischer Hybrid 10.0 Topsheet. Left ski is in traditional camber mode. Right ski is in rockered mode
The Fischer Hybrid Ski features a super easy to use switch that allows you to change tip profile of the ski. If the conditions are hard and there's no fresh snow simply click the lever down for full cambered, high end carving performance on the frontside. When you find yourself knee deep in white fluffy pow click the lever up for some early rise powder slaying tip rocker. How about when you seeking out your powder stashes in your favorite resort's sidecountry terrain and you have to take the groomers to get there? Piece of cake. Utilize the traditional camber for trench laying groomer action then when you get to your stash simply adjust the lever for floaty all mountain rocker.
Traditional Cambered Tip vs All Mountain Rockered Tip. (I know I look a little too serious here but this is serious technology we are talking about!)
They Hybrid series will feature 5 different models ranging from the Hybrid 7.0 PowerRail, a 75mm waisted integrated system to the Hybrid 10.0, a 105mm waisted all mountain machine. The skis will also feature a Sandwich Sidewall Construction and a Titanal Shell for the highest quality in performance and durability. The Hybrid 10.0, 9.0 and 8.0 will be sold flat without a binding. This will allow you to pair the ski up with a binding like the Marker Baron for a full blown hybrid setup. Frontside/Backside, Alpine/Touring and Hardsnow/Softsnow capabilities? It doesn't get any better than that. The Hybrid 7.0 will feature 2 different integrated systems: An all Mountain model and the C Line RaceTrack TuneIt model. Fischer has always been an innovator but they have really set the bar for the 2012/2013 season.
Fischer's Line of Hybrid Boots coming out this fall. Detailed review coming soon.
Next Year’s Trends
The Powder7.com crew spent the past week at the Snowsports Industries of America Snow Show and On-Snow Demo. What did we see? Amazing color combinations, new technology, and old friends. It is always a fun show to go to because everyone is there and it is THE unveiling of new 2013 skis for us.
Some new trends are new women's skis, splitboards, more rocker types, and AT bindings. Basically, Alpine Touring is going off in the retail world. We'll be carrying more AT gear next year so don't worry. Despite less-than-perfect backcountry conditions this year, there is still a great desire for more lightweight skis, easy to use bindings, and tricked out packs. Next year Nordica is coming out with a women's sidecountry line. Finally a selection of solid women's AT skis! Amy and I tried them out and they're definitely going to amaze. This new line up has a double i Core for lightweight, yet solid, skiing with a full vertical sidewall for torsional stability. The topsheet graphics are great and let the wood show through. There were a lot more splitboards on display including new women's splitboards from multiple companies! Rocker is still a huge trend in the industry. We'll see new rockered ski shapes from Head in their men's and women's skis too. Marker lightened up their Duke AT bindings. As part of their Access All Areas collection, Tyrolia has a new AT binding called the Adrenalin. It was created to compete with the Marker Duke and Baron. We're excited to see how it is received. Watch the video below for all the info on the Adrenalin.
This past Monday, Amy, Jordan, and Jamie competed in an AT challenge: the SIA On Snow Uphill Downhill challenge. Basically they had to skin up the slope and then ski down through moguls and slalom gates to the finish. Powder7.com didn't win but we had a good showing. It was definitely a challenge. Congrats to the team for finishing!
Amy is in the blue pants and red jacket. (via "2012 SIA Snow Show Photos" siasnowshow.snowsports.org)
Another thing we did this year at SIA is look at snowboards. That's right, next season, Powder7 will be a ski and board shop. We won't have demo boards but we will carry new boards, boots, and bindings. Let us know if there are any particular products you're looking for. We're stoked to expand! Don't worry, we'll still be the experts at recommending skis giving you a personal shopping experience every day.
Don’t Forget The…: A Powder7.com Packing List
If you're like us, you're pulling all your ski gear together for your upcoming trip. Here at Powder7, we decided to make you a packing list so you don't forget anything. We know this list is not exhaustive- its just a starting point.
- Jacket - preferably one you can layer up. You might want a shell and a puffy or a 3-in-1 option.
- Snow pants- you could just ski in jeans but warm legs equal a good ski day. Check out Patagonia's Powder Bowl Pants.
Helmet- stay safe out there! A helmet will also keep your noggin toasty warm. Smith Helmets have a great venting system.- Goggles- keep the snow out of your eyes and look sharp. See the slopes in high definition with polarized lenses.
- Gloves- stay warm, dry, and keep a firm grip on your poles.
- Gator/bandana/scarf- you'll want something to keep your neck warm.
- Underlayers- technical fabrics underneath your clothes are clutch for staying warm and dry.
- Hat- your head releases the most heat so wrap it up in a toasty hat.
- Ski socks- because nothing feels so right.
- Skis, boots, poles- obvious but we all remember that day we forgot one of these things, had to turn around, and missed first tracks.
- Sneakers or winter boots- to relax in after a day on the slopes in ski boots.
- Snacks- an apple works will sit in a pocket well for a few hours. Also try granola bars and candy. We don't recommend bananas.
- Cell phone- Just in case.
- MP3 Player- in case you lose your party and ski alone for a few hours.
What else do you take when you ski?
If you are interested in buying skis, accessories, or apparel, take a look at our website, Powder7.com. We have tons of new and used products to chose from.
We’re Hosting: MSP Attack of La Nina Movie Premiere in Golden
Attack of La Niña Ski Movie
Fri. Nov. 11th
The Outdoor Rec. Center and Powder7.com team up to bring you this year’s best ski movie, Attack of La Niña by Matchstick Productions (MSP). MSP's latest triumph, "Attack of La Niña", chronicles the deepest North American winter in recent history. "Attack of La Niña" showcases the talents of today's best skiers in a journey through the snowiest winter of their lives. This action-packed film -- captured using the most state of the art camera equipment available -- demonstrates the limit of what is possible in modern free skiing. Featuring super steep descents, unbelievably deep powder, and giant airs, "Attack of La Niña" will transport you to Colorado, Alaska, British Columbia, Washington, California, and many other world-class destinations. This film is the latest in a long line of award-winning ski movies from MSP, including “In Deep” and “The Way I See It,” winners of Movie of the Year in 2009 and 2010. Checkout the trailer here.
The evening will include light snacks, soda and swag. We will be giving away a pair of Icelantic skis, 4 Patagonia Backpacks and more! The movie will be shown in Coolbaugh 209. Doors open at 7 pm, don’t be late. Cost: $5 for Mines students (with ID) and $10 for everyone else.
Buy tickets in advance here.
It Snowed in West Virginia Last Night
photo credit: Snowshoe Mountain Resort
Whoa! It snowed 9 inches in West Virginia last night! Thanks to Snowshoe Mountain Resort for posting on their Facebook these stoke-inducing photos.
This is the first major storm on the East Coast this season. What a a terrific way to start off October. La Nina is still here and she will let it snow!
Here at Powder7.com, we're excited to hear that the East Coast is starting off the pre-season on a high note.
Pre-Season Stokage
Well Folks,
It's that time of year again. Snow is beginning to dust the tip top of the Rockies, local venues are hosting ski movie premieres and the ski publications Buyer's Guides are filling up your mailboxes. If you're anything like me you've got 4 or 5 different buyers guides spread out across your coffee table, The pages marked with different neon colored sticky notes and doggy ears differentiating potential buys from definite buys, dream skis from "owned them hated them skis" and this winter's steeziest new apparel and accessories. I like to reserve the neon yellow sticky note for the "Mom, Please! I don't want this I NEED it" category.
HBO's final season of "Entourage" has wrapped up and now you're left watching last season's ski movies on Sunday evenings ramping up your stokage for winter's arrival. This season is shaping up to be an epic one. Rumor has it that our good friend La Nina is sticking around which means another winter full of "sick days" and I-70 closures and I could not be happier.
Stay strong my friends the snow will be upon us shortly and before you know it we will be waist deep in glorious, delicious powder having the time of our lives.
Cheers,
Cian
