Salomon Sentinel
Level: Advanced
Brand: Salomon
Model year: 2012
Measure (Tip/Waist/Tail): 129/96/122 mm Turning radius: 21.10 m (184 cm)
Lengths: 184 cm
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Strengths:
All-round tip top.
Weaknesses:
Unforgiving.
Summary:
This is a fantastic ski in every sense. It is an all-rounder which excels in certain conditions rather than a compromise which does ok in most places then lets you down badly in one or two.
I skied the 191 all round Chamonix in January, in conditions from bullet-proof black piste, through some decent bump lines to fresh turns in boot-deep powder, and it always handles itself with aplomb.
It isn't at it's best on ice and you have to be concentrating to keep the edge holding but it will hold up to a point before it gently slip-slides and it certainly never chatters or breaks loose; it just doesn't flex and grip like a race ski would.
On good snow it is very versatile on the piste, rebounding pretty well in short swings, quick from edge to edge and very stable at speed. It inspired confidence and variation in the skier, allowing you to make the most of the terrain. The faster you go the better it is.
Surprisingly it went through bumps pretty well; again, it clearly ins't designed to do it but it doesn't flinch and allows you to push it through. It just doesn't leave much room for error.
In good off-piste conditions it is sublime; perfectly weighted and very well-behaved. But where it really comes into its own is in poor off-piste snow: chop, wind-pack, crust, softer slush it just eats for breakfast making you feel confident and look good where many other skis would twist, protest and threaten to derail you or throw you over the handlebars. It is nimble when you want it to be and stable at speed.
I've always loved the right ski for the right discipline but my days of carting four different pairs around are over and this is one ski that can do it all. if you're happy on piste but what you're really looking for is fresh turns wherever you can find them, this ski will excel when your find your nirvana as well as keep you more than happy during the search.
Post script: I had not considered buying a Salomon ski for several years now, preferring to stick with Dynastar or Atomic; initially because I broke early monocoque constructions easily (Force 9 through to X Scream) and then more recently because their all-mountain skis have been too specific. This is the first that is a true all-rounder, which is what I was looking for, that seems to be really solid and well-made: bamboo and titanium core, sandwich construction with edge armour etc. Not only does it performs brilliantly but also it should last for years. I've paired it with STH 16 STEEL bindings and I think I'm going to be seeing a lot of these skis around. It should become a real winner for the brand.
Model year: 2011
Length on the ski: 191 cm
Riders weight: 90 kg
Riders length: 187 cm
All-round tip top.
Weaknesses:
Unforgiving.
Summary:
This is a fantastic ski in every sense. It is an all-rounder which excels in certain conditions rather than a compromise which does ok in most places then lets you down badly in one or two.
I skied the 191 all round Chamonix in January, in conditions from bullet-proof black piste, through some decent bump lines to fresh turns in boot-deep powder, and it always handles itself with aplomb.
It isn't at it's best on ice and you have to be concentrating to keep the edge holding but it will hold up to a point before it gently slip-slides and it certainly never chatters or breaks loose; it just doesn't flex and grip like a race ski would.
On good snow it is very versatile on the piste, rebounding pretty well in short swings, quick from edge to edge and very stable at speed. It inspired confidence and variation in the skier, allowing you to make the most of the terrain. The faster you go the better it is.
Surprisingly it went through bumps pretty well; again, it clearly ins't designed to do it but it doesn't flinch and allows you to push it through. It just doesn't leave much room for error.
In good off-piste conditions it is sublime; perfectly weighted and very well-behaved. But where it really comes into its own is in poor off-piste snow: chop, wind-pack, crust, softer slush it just eats for breakfast making you feel confident and look good where many other skis would twist, protest and threaten to derail you or throw you over the handlebars. It is nimble when you want it to be and stable at speed.
I've always loved the right ski for the right discipline but my days of carting four different pairs around are over and this is one ski that can do it all. if you're happy on piste but what you're really looking for is fresh turns wherever you can find them, this ski will excel when your find your nirvana as well as keep you more than happy during the search.
Post script: I had not considered buying a Salomon ski for several years now, preferring to stick with Dynastar or Atomic; initially because I broke early monocoque constructions easily (Force 9 through to X Scream) and then more recently because their all-mountain skis have been too specific. This is the first that is a true all-rounder, which is what I was looking for, that seems to be really solid and well-made: bamboo and titanium core, sandwich construction with edge armour etc. Not only does it performs brilliantly but also it should last for years. I've paired it with STH 16 STEEL bindings and I think I'm going to be seeing a lot of these skis around. It should become a real winner for the brand.
Model year: 2011
Length on the ski: 191 cm
Riders weight: 90 kg
Riders length: 187 cm
Strengths:
stable in all kinds of snow and playful if you press!
Weaknesses:
could have been a bit softer in the nose as it is now quite stiff but this is probably just a treat!
Summary:
have driven the ski in winter in the law rave and there has been no propaganda with the ski!
It has been working in 40-50 cm cushions for hard-knitted slasksnö and it's a good idea if a ski can handle any snow!
drove the skid in the national border in spring 2010 for two weeks and it was grim with it!
despite 96 under the foot, I have not experienced any problem with the "very" snow for the ski, despite being busy with skiing days in winter with cushions till ............ :) has a set of dynafit and one with alpine binding so the ski works for everything!
Model year: 2011
Length on the ski: 191 cm
Riders weight: 90 kg
Riders length: 182 cm
stable in all kinds of snow and playful if you press!
Weaknesses:
could have been a bit softer in the nose as it is now quite stiff but this is probably just a treat!
Summary:
have driven the ski in winter in the law rave and there has been no propaganda with the ski!
It has been working in 40-50 cm cushions for hard-knitted slasksnö and it's a good idea if a ski can handle any snow!
drove the skid in the national border in spring 2010 for two weeks and it was grim with it!
despite 96 under the foot, I have not experienced any problem with the "very" snow for the ski, despite being busy with skiing days in winter with cushions till ............ :) has a set of dynafit and one with alpine binding so the ski works for everything!
Model year: 2011
Length on the ski: 191 cm
Riders weight: 90 kg
Riders length: 182 cm
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Strengths:
Stable. Going up on rails uphill.
Weaknesses:
Slightly sluggish in loose snow with thick woods.
Summary:
Good for all-round driving. Really good in the piste, awesome in the snowy piste and snowy in the piste. Floats well in loosnut, preferably on a little larger surface. K2 Hardside is the snap better as offpiste skiing.
Drive with Marker Tour. Works well for tours.
Model year: 2011
Riding style: mixed
Length on the ski: 184 cm
Riders weight: 76 kg
Riders length: 183 cm
Stable. Going up on rails uphill.
Weaknesses:
Slightly sluggish in loose snow with thick woods.
Summary:
Good for all-round driving. Really good in the piste, awesome in the snowy piste and snowy in the piste. Floats well in loosnut, preferably on a little larger surface. K2 Hardside is the snap better as offpiste skiing.
Drive with Marker Tour. Works well for tours.
Model year: 2011
Riding style: mixed
Length on the ski: 184 cm
Riders weight: 76 kg
Riders length: 183 cm
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Strengths:
stable, comfortable in loose snow and safe on the go
Weaknesses:
You can work if you want to go on a short cut in the piste
Summary:
Beautiful allround ski as I have Diamir Fritschi Freeride binding mounted on when I go on a little top trip. The skid works everywhere, but I think it's best in racing and sneezing as it fits my ride style very well. It stands out that you are in all positions. In the piste it is really good except for barky ice, then it's not fun. I drive it in 191 cm and would have liked it a bit longer when I myself go 193 cm in length. Recommended if you want a stable and reliable mate in all modes (even in the woods).
Model year: 2011
Length on the ski: 191 cm
Riders weight: 96 kg
Riders length: 193 cm
stable, comfortable in loose snow and safe on the go
Weaknesses:
You can work if you want to go on a short cut in the piste
Summary:
Beautiful allround ski as I have Diamir Fritschi Freeride binding mounted on when I go on a little top trip. The skid works everywhere, but I think it's best in racing and sneezing as it fits my ride style very well. It stands out that you are in all positions. In the piste it is really good except for barky ice, then it's not fun. I drive it in 191 cm and would have liked it a bit longer when I myself go 193 cm in length. Recommended if you want a stable and reliable mate in all modes (even in the woods).
Model year: 2011
Length on the ski: 191 cm
Riders weight: 96 kg
Riders length: 193 cm
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