realskiers

Hi Everyone,

Ron, that's a great answer, and not only because it's diplomatic.

To carry the supercar analogy one step further; The Supersport is an exotic (like a Ferrari) and the RX8 is a different kind of exotic (BMW M5).

Just because the M5 is easier in traffic doesn't mean that its less capable on the Autobahn? .

I also completely agree with J.B. that a sandwich ski has a totally different feel than the RX8 which is a modified sandwich construction. My WC RC (112-66-97mm) has a completely different feel than the RX8 (115-66-98mm). The RX8 will carve with 100% of the precision and 90% of the edgegrip of the WC RC. But the RX8 will permit skidding without chatter and is far more versatile. IMO a very good skier can take advantage of the RX8 and get all of the performance of a sandwich ski while having the freedom to skid a turn every now and then.

However, there is something compelling about a sandwich skis edgegrip that makes these skis desirable.

Cheers,

Michael