Are slalom skis a good choice?

Question

I'm looking for a second pair of skis to go with my Fischer RX 9 165s. I've been thinking about a pair of slalom race skis in 150cm so that I've got something a little better for short turns and moguls. Would they be the right type of ski to buy?

I'm an advanced/expert skier, 5ft7, 150lbs.

Answer 1

A slalom race ski is a high performance ski that is very, very precise ski. If your skills are top of the line, be honest, the ski is a good choice. On the other hand I know many top instructors who can not properly use a race slalom ski.  I personally do not think that design should be used by anyone except top racers.  The ski is so sensitive to every movement it will respond to an error in technique as much as an intentional command.

   A "club" racer may be a better choice, it is the same sidecut but not quite as responsive, hence a more forgiving ski.

Answer 2

yes they are

Answer 3

The shorter ski is the way to go but I'm concerned about the narrowness. Most slalom skis have very narrow waists which may not particularly suit Moguls. Mogul bumps can build up powder and/or soft snow in the hollows or uphill side of bumps. A bit more waist width may be useful there. But I'm not highly experienced with Moguls.

Answer 4

I think you making an excellent choice & you'll ski much better on short turns & moguls with a shorter ski. The 150cm is 6 inches shorter than the ones you've got (2.54 cm = 1 inch). Most expert mogul skiers always use a shorter ski & you'll need to turn much faster when skiing moguls. I'm an expert skier & I've skied moguls plenty of times. I think you have plenty of ability to use a slalom racing ski & personally, I would recommend a pair of Rossingnols. That's the brand I have & I love them & they made me a much better skier. Also, mine are "racers" & they last forever. I've skied on mine for 20 yrs. & they're still like new. Wax your skis at least once a yr. This will protect the bottom from damage & also give you more speed since you're talking about racing. Good Luck!!!

Don