The next generation of Vectris
Written: Mar 10 '02 (Updated Mar 25 '02)
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Pros: Loves groomers, one of the cheapest priced Volkls but still a Volkl, nice clean graphics
Cons: Doesn't like riders who sit in the back seat, only fair in moguls and bumps
The Bottom Line: Not as versatile as other all mountain skis but does what it does well.
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| justasec's Full Review: Volkl Vectris V30 |
New for 2002, the V3 seems like a mix of the V2 and V3 from last years line but with a foam core. I had mine mated to Salomon 850 bindings with a riser. Good bindings though I think I should have gone with the Looks. Salomons don't have upward toe release which is valuable for something you might never experience: a rearward fall. But if you do fall this way, you'll tear your ACL like I almost did on my last trip.
This ski has a tenacious grip on hardpack and ice. It may not have the versatility of an all mountain ski but it's great on the groomed. Think of the all mountain ski as a jack-of-all-trades and the V3 as a specialist.
It's not the fastest ski but stable enough to please, especially for high intermediates and advanced skiers who like to carve down blues and single blacks at moderately high speeds. It likes sweeping arcs but doesn't mind a quick turn here and there. Push it and you'll be surprised how well it complies. It's pretty quick.
On the downside, I didn't find it to be that good on moguls or bumps. Also, because of it's thin waist I sunk in the soft stuff. But like I said, that's not what this ski is about.
Stay centered or you might be thrown.(A good Confucian philosophy to apply to other parts of your life). This ski doesn't like backseat drivers.
Recommended:
Yes
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