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Men's FREERIDE Skis BLACKOPS SENDER SQUAD
PLN18.07
| Sizes | 194 |
| Tip dimensions (mm) | 145 |
| Waist dimensions (mm) | 112 |
| Tail dimensions (mm) | 133 |
| Radius (m) | 25 |
| Ski weight (kg/pair) | 4.7 |
Skis Men's FREERIDE Skis BLACKOPS SENDER SQUAD
Men's FREERIDE Skis BLACKOPS SENDER SQUAD is rated
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Color :000
Float, slash, or carve, send it on the Blackops Sender Squad. This is a limited-edition, full-gas freeride ski for pushing your limits. Athlete-driven design combines a wood core with race-developed layup and a wide 112mm underfoot platform for an energized ride that responds to hard-charging input for riding big lines and ripping at will. This beauty is handcrafted in our race room for limited-edition style.
Energized Rebound
Higher pop factor translates to energized rebound for aggressive skiing, jumps, and responsive flex
Responsive Pop, Lightweight Agility
Race-developed Diago Fiber reduces weight and enhances responsiveness
Powerful, Responsive Flex
Titanal insert underfoot enhances power for increased edge grip, rebound, and energy through the length of the ski
Increased Power and Rebound
2LCT ABS construction adapts Line Control Technology for wider skis to harness energy input for increased power, rebound, and control
Confident Control
Damp Tech reduces ski vibration for increased snow contact and smooth, confident control in variable snow conditions
Precise, Stable Feel
Extended Core increases snow contact for enhanced stability and precise control through the Tip
Balanced Weight and Agility
Poplar wood core balances weight, flex and stability for a versatile blend of power and playfulness
Sustainably Minded
PEFC™ certified poplar wood cores combined with the use of recycled topsheet, base, and edge materials help reduce the environmental impact of the product life cycle
Energized Rebound
Higher pop factor translates to energized rebound for aggressive skiing, jumps, and responsive flex
Responsive Pop, Lightweight Agility
Race-developed Diago Fiber reduces weight and enhances responsiveness
Powerful, Responsive Flex
Titanal insert underfoot enhances power for increased edge grip, rebound, and energy through the length of the ski
Increased Power and Rebound
2LCT ABS construction adapts Line Control Technology for wider skis to harness energy input for increased power, rebound, and control
Confident Control
Damp Tech reduces ski vibration for increased snow contact and smooth, confident control in variable snow conditions
Precise, Stable Feel
Extended Core increases snow contact for enhanced stability and precise control through the Tip
Balanced Weight and Agility
Poplar wood core balances weight, flex and stability for a versatile blend of power and playfulness
Sustainably Minded
PEFC™ certified poplar wood cores combined with the use of recycled topsheet, base, and edge materials help reduce the environmental impact of the product life cycle
Product
| SKU | RAJMX01 000 |
| Weight | 4,7 kg/pair (194cm) |
| Sidecuts dimensions (mm) | 145-112-133 (194cm) |
Profile
| Sidecuts profile | Perfect |
| Rocker | Very Good |
| Construction | Rectangular Sidewall & Extanded Core |
Materials
| Core | PEFC Poplar Woodcore |
| Reinforcements | Diagofiber & Titanal Beam |
System
| Bindings system | Open |
DOUBLE LCT ABS
2LCT construction adapts Line Control Technology for wider skis to harness energy input for increased power, rebound, and control
DAMP TECH
DAMP TECH reduces ski vibration for increased snow contact and smooth, confident control in variable snow conditions
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Rated 5 out of
5
by
spaceman from
Modern Playful (Stable) Charger
this is a unique ski - blending attributes of directional chargers with components of more playful charging skis (think Moment Wildcat, etc). The notorious stability / dampening properties of this ski produce a ski that is in no way "dead" but capable of really pushing more challenging, steep terrain better than others. I don't believe this is a ski you point straight down and just let it go - I'm able to make a variety of turn shapes on this ski from GS to small radius turns. It is surprisingly good in tight chutes/trees but not as good as skis with more aggressive tip/tail rocker (e.g., Wildcat). It is worth noting the minimal camber which is largely responsible for its respectable maneuverability at low speed.
I've skied Enforcers, DPS, Anima, Wildcats, and the Squad is a unique "best of" the aforementioned skis IMO. Rossi did a great job on this unique ski and it is one I love bringing out to ski hard on (agree w/ the other sentiment re more aggressive trail/enduro mtn bike analogy coming from a fellow mtn biker). Well done!
Date published: 2023-02-03
Rated 5 out of
5
by
dd9433 from
The hype is real
My previous ski was the ultra-versatile Rossi Sickle 186 (RIP. Are you listening Rossi, make this ski again!). At 5-6 160 lbs I wasn't sure if buying a 194 was a sound idea, but went with my gut and pulled the trigger. I was even more concerned when they arrived and looked huge even compared to some 192 EHPs I still had from my salad days. But, it was love at first run. They're shocking nimble and slarvey when you want or need to make short turns, and when you want to go fast they really do have no speed limit. It's like driving a trophy truck or riding a modern 29er enduro MTB, the bumps just disappear beneath you and the faster you go the better they get. Pick a line, point it, and go.
Mounted on the line with P18s, 285 mm BSL. Skied exclusively at Snowbird so far.
Date published: 2022-08-31
Rated 5 out of
5
by
MiniTbar from
Hard Charging Beast
As a bigger guy, 6'2 190ish, it's hard to find a ski that can hold up to the abuse someone my size puts on a ski charging around. However, the sender squad can take it and even lives for that kind of abuse. It thrives in the chunder, the powder, and even the hardpack. I prefer the squad to the Sender TI because it gives you the added versatility with that bit of extra width underfoot. I highly recommend this ski.
Date published: 2022-06-12
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Gavdaddy from
This ski goes
I love this ski so much. It has no speed limit, it’s stiff but surprisingly easy to maneuver and still lays down a nice arc with its versatile profile
Date published: 2022-06-02
Rated 4 out of
5
by
Steven C from
Versitile Charger
There isn't a whole lot of info on this ski out there so here's as comprehensive a review as I can do after one day on them; tldr they're a great option if you want a charger that's versitile enough to ski the whole mountain in most conditions.
I'm 6'2" 230 and have the skis mounted at -1 from recommended (-7.25). They work well there but I suspect for overall performance mounting on the line (-6.25) is going to be pretty ideal for most people.
In the terrain they were designed for; steep off-piste with room to carve; they're fantastic. You can get them going crazy fast and they'll remain stable and composed. They're happiest if you keep them pointed down hill making smooth turns but it's easy to release the tails into a drift or brake when required. The not-very-tapered shape helps them carve beautifully with great edge hold but also means sliding sideways in rough snow causes the tips and tails to catch/grab, so in those conditions the more timidly you ski it the worse it feels and vice versa.
Skiing trees, the Squad feels quick and easy to pivot around. It handles the trees/bumps well considering it's a charger, they're not its forte but the Squad is a great choice if you want high speed stability AND lower speed maneuverability. They can be a lot of fun but the same thing about skiing timidly applies here as well, ski them confidentiality and you'll be rewarded.
On groomers they want to go FAST, carving steep terrain is a lot of fun but on mellower (blue) terrain you really have to be charging to get energy out of the turn, I found myself just relaxing and letting them drift around when skiing blues. Again, the shape works really well for carving but the skis are the most fun when you're attacking steeper terrain, probably not the skis you'd want to be on if having fun making turns on shallower runs is a priority.
It should come as no surprise that these are very much (tall/heavy) advanced/expert skis. They need a skier with decent technique to work well but they aren't the most demanding; they'll let you know if you're getting too sloppy/too backseat without trying to kill you for it.
Overall, great skis for someone looking for a no speed limit ski who values versatility.
Date published: 2021-04-27
Men's FREERIDE Skis BLACKOPS SENDER SQUAD
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