Message #5289

[Liam]

I've own the crossfire and the contact 9 (2007 165cm) and have skied the SS and the RX8-all good skis-but I can't recommend highly enough the Dynastar Contact 9's--especially for the aspiring carver looking for all-mountain (east-coast frontside all-mountain that is) ski.

It's sl shape and straight sidewall construction give it that smooth, toothy grip on hard pack, but sightly softer tip and tail make it a fantastc bump ski (round turning technique of course).  once you get confidence to keep it on edge even in softer, lower density crud you'll find it pretty capable in these conditions as well. 

Plus-I'm a fan of the look binding and autodrive system--and the ski looks pretty cool.

They're all great skis-but, for me, and I suspect for you you'll find the contact 9 the best. 

Good luck