ExoticSkis.Com

For a very limited time (through July 12, 2010 only), you can get some of the 2011 model Praxis skis (including the new "Concept Ski")  for $499 usd.  Not all sizes are available. Delivery will begin October 31, 2010.  Models include the "Backcountry", "Freeride", "Mountain Jib", "Concept Ski", "RX", "Powder Boards" and "The Protest". Excellent deal on excellent skis.  Get 'em while you can.  Prices go back up to retail July 13. 

See http://www.praxisskis.com/shop/buy-skis.html

The guys at DPS are selling off 09-10 models and even a few demos at once-a-year pricing.  Mike sent us a list of what was left in stock as of April 6, 2010.  Get 'em while they're hot!

Here is the deal:
"With the end of the North American season fast approaching, we are currently offering stellar end of the season deals on all 09/10 skis. 2009/10 models are currently 25 percent off until they are gone. They are moving fast and not all 09/10 models are available due to quick sell-outs. To inquire about remaining stock, and to place a sale order, please contact Mike Cannon at mike@dpsskis.com. Also, the DPS  2010/11 pre-order is in effect, which allows you to receive 15 percent off next year's skis now. All that is required is a deposit. Visit the Skis section for 2010/11 pre-orders, or for more information."

09/10 PURE :
-Cassiar 80 166 F2 (White)
-Cassiar 80 178 F2 (Green)
-Cassiar 80 178 F2 (White)
-Cassiar 80 178 F2 (White) w/bindings (I think it was a demo ski)
-Lotus 138 192 F2 (Red)
-Wailer 105 188 F2 (Green)
-Wailer 105 188 F2 (White)
-Wailer 105 188 F2 (Yellow)

09/10 HYBRID
-Cassiar 80 166 F2 (White)
-Cassiar 80 178 F2 (White)
-Lotus 120 190 F2 (Red)
-Wailer 95 175 F2 (White)
-Wailer 95 185 F2 (White)

Bill Wanrooy (author of "Dream Season: Worldwide Guide to Heli & Cat Skiing/Boarding") and Brian VanDenBrand have started their own ski company in Michigan called Epic Planks (the second! - SCC skis by the Thompson brothers is the other Michigan startup this year). The skis have been developed during reviews of different heli and cat skiing opportunities, and they have released a photo of the skis in the wild. The powder ski is called the "Floater" and measures in at 150-122-140 @185cm with poplar wood core, pTex sidewalls and 20mm rocker front and rear for $599 retail.  A park&pipe ski is also in the works.  Look for them in 2010-2011.  The website is still under construction..but check it out on a regular basis for updates.  You can also follow EpicPlanks at Facebook.  We hope to get on a pair as soon as they are available for testing!

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Boone Skis is clearing out some models for 2010 while supplies last.  For example, Magic Sticks and SuperFreaks(125-93-119 171.m radius @170cm and 180cm) are $299 (normally $499).  Glo-Sticks powder skis (140-118-138 @185cm) are $699 (normally $899).  Boone is offering free shipping to the 48 contiguous United States.

Buy a pair of skis for $299 & enter promo code "armada poles" into the message box and get a FREE pair of Armada poles ($65 value).

Their next year's lineup can be seen at:

http://issuu.com/boone_skis/docs/boone-skis-lookbook

We got the chance to test a good sampling of the new skis from David Mazzarella's ("Mazz") new venture called SkiLogik.  We tested the Go Girl, Rave, Ullr's Chariot and one rockered model - the Howitzer, and came away impressed with this first-release collection.  There is still some flex tuning to be done in some models (which Mazz acknowledges and new versions are being pressed as of March 2010), and some are right-on.  Beautiful hand-made, wooden marquetry topsheets, rock-solid construction and workmanship and reasonable pricing.  David was previously the business and production side of Scotty Bob skis, endured the migration of Scotty Bob production to China under K2's management, and subsequently parted ways to start his own custom-built, personally designed production shop in China where he pays his workers above-average wages and benefits to produce truly distinctive skis with a huge amount of hand craftsmanship at decent prices.  David states his company probably puts in more labor into each pair of skis than any other company, and choosing a low-cost production location allows him to pursue the highest level of his craft he can achieve. We think Mazz has a very interesting lineup and business model.  It's is really his first year of public release of skis, and so far...it has people talking.

Read  the Howitzer review....

Read the Ullr's Chariot, Go Girl and Rave review...