Thursday, September 25, 2008
Goliath Snags Backcountry Mag's 09 Editor's Choice Award
Tester's described this ski in single word sentences: " Solid. Powerful. Stable. Damp. AWESOME." One of the longest skis in the test, the Goliath won over testerd with its raw power and edge hold, bu surprised many with its agility. "Skied much shorter than it is," one tester said. "Screams out to go fast, fast, fast, but will patiently arc through the trees," said another. If perfect big-mountain dimensions, oversize 2mm edges, and a stiff flex are the chassis and the suspension of this ski, then the okume/poplar/power rail beech composite core is the engine. "I loved giving this ski everything I've got and getting equal return from my investment," said one giddy Montana skier. "A Caddy Eldorado with a penchant for speed," said another, "this ski has no speed limit, and no fear of any terrain." For dedicated touring, this category dominator is heavy underfoot, but fo sidecountry forays or day trips into the steep and deep, the Goliath inspires "Pure confidence."
Monday, September 22, 2008
Movement Skis in POWDER Magazine 2009 Buyer's Guide
“Movement continues to make in-roads to the United States as more people awaken to how well they perform.”
Movement's new Goliath, Goliath Sluff, Baggy, and Black Rose earn POWDER Magazine's 2009 Skier's Choice Awards!
Movement's new Goliath, Goliath Sluff, Baggy, and Black Rose earn POWDER Magazine's 2009 Skier's Choice Awards!
Skiing Magazine 09 Buyer's Guide
Holy smokes! 7 models from Movement's 09 collection earn Skiing Magazine's Ski Test Finalist Award.
Movement Yaka Jam
136/85/117 | $789 (without binding)
Whether on big turns, medium turns, or small turns, the Yaka Jam makes ’em smooth and round, and does so with exceptional stability and pop. plus: Nimble and reactive, the Yaka Jam is an excellent choice for technical lines or trees. minus: Chattery and jumpy at speed. tester’s take: “Responsive and agile.” —Chad Johnson
Movement Baggy
132/102/122 | $899 (without binding)
It only looks like a park ski. It’s quick edge-to-edge and lays down pretty railroad tracks on hardpack. But it’s planky, aggressive, and ready for big lines. plus: Stomped cliff hucks and straightlined to safety afterwards. minus: Too stiff to butter; a bit too big-mountain-specific for the category. tester’s take: “Huckers and pow freaks will love it.” —Jake Bogoch
Movement Goliath Sluff
134/99/118 | $949 (without binding)
The smaller of Swiss brand Movement’s two big-mountain models, the Sluff has a stiff tail and monster sweet spot. Arc huge turns on it from any balance point. plus: Springy and responsive to your every move; very quick edge to edge. minus: A few testers wanted more flat-running tracking and more confidence when straightlining. tester’s take: “Can I take another run on these?” —Jeremy Benson
Movement Goliath
135/108/124 | $999 (without binding)
The Goliath—an object of reverence among Canadian Pacific powder skiers—has a lively feel and surprising versatility. The big tip may look intimidating but it skis powder smoothly and owns crud. plus: Explodes from one turn to the next; nimble. minus: Needs speed to realize most of the above. tester’s take: “This giant of Biblical proportions made the slope cower at my feet.” —Craig Dillon
Movement Silk
126/75/107 | $759 (without binding)
This all-mountain carver specializes in long-radius, high-speed turns. Its wood core gives it unparalleled stiffness and a huge, easy-to-find sweet spot. plus: Best on groomers but capable of going anywhere. minus: The tail washes out slightly at the finish of the turn. tester’s take: “For the kind of girl who rips around the mountain with the guys.” —Abbi Lathrop
Movement Chicka
117/77/107 | $649 (without binding)
If you spend most of your time zipping around the groomers but occasionally plow through the crud, meet your dream ski. plus: Stiff enough to satisfy pro skiers, forgiving enough for the rest of us. minus: Has a heavy, almost dead feeling underfoot. tester’s take: “This ski begs to make big, wide-open turns through anything.” —Alaina Huestis
Movement Spicy
121/82/110 | $759 (without binding)
Lightweight, mellow skiers will appreciate the Spicy’s smooth flex and wider platform for off-piste skiing. It scored highest in forgiveness and busting through chopped snow. plus: Finishes each turn smoothly and with no hiccups. minus: Not as energetic when carving slalom turns as others in this category. tester’s take: “A fun, playful ski with lots of personality.” —Lynn Kennen
Movement Yaka Jam
136/85/117 | $789 (without binding)
Whether on big turns, medium turns, or small turns, the Yaka Jam makes ’em smooth and round, and does so with exceptional stability and pop. plus: Nimble and reactive, the Yaka Jam is an excellent choice for technical lines or trees. minus: Chattery and jumpy at speed. tester’s take: “Responsive and agile.” —Chad Johnson
Movement Baggy
132/102/122 | $899 (without binding)
It only looks like a park ski. It’s quick edge-to-edge and lays down pretty railroad tracks on hardpack. But it’s planky, aggressive, and ready for big lines. plus: Stomped cliff hucks and straightlined to safety afterwards. minus: Too stiff to butter; a bit too big-mountain-specific for the category. tester’s take: “Huckers and pow freaks will love it.” —Jake Bogoch
Movement Goliath Sluff
134/99/118 | $949 (without binding)
The smaller of Swiss brand Movement’s two big-mountain models, the Sluff has a stiff tail and monster sweet spot. Arc huge turns on it from any balance point. plus: Springy and responsive to your every move; very quick edge to edge. minus: A few testers wanted more flat-running tracking and more confidence when straightlining. tester’s take: “Can I take another run on these?” —Jeremy Benson
Movement Goliath
135/108/124 | $999 (without binding)
The Goliath—an object of reverence among Canadian Pacific powder skiers—has a lively feel and surprising versatility. The big tip may look intimidating but it skis powder smoothly and owns crud. plus: Explodes from one turn to the next; nimble. minus: Needs speed to realize most of the above. tester’s take: “This giant of Biblical proportions made the slope cower at my feet.” —Craig Dillon
Movement Silk
126/75/107 | $759 (without binding)
This all-mountain carver specializes in long-radius, high-speed turns. Its wood core gives it unparalleled stiffness and a huge, easy-to-find sweet spot. plus: Best on groomers but capable of going anywhere. minus: The tail washes out slightly at the finish of the turn. tester’s take: “For the kind of girl who rips around the mountain with the guys.” —Abbi Lathrop
Movement Chicka
117/77/107 | $649 (without binding)
If you spend most of your time zipping around the groomers but occasionally plow through the crud, meet your dream ski. plus: Stiff enough to satisfy pro skiers, forgiving enough for the rest of us. minus: Has a heavy, almost dead feeling underfoot. tester’s take: “This ski begs to make big, wide-open turns through anything.” —Alaina Huestis
Movement Spicy
121/82/110 | $759 (without binding)
Lightweight, mellow skiers will appreciate the Spicy’s smooth flex and wider platform for off-piste skiing. It scored highest in forgiveness and busting through chopped snow. plus: Finishes each turn smoothly and with no hiccups. minus: Not as energetic when carving slalom turns as others in this category. tester’s take: “A fun, playful ski with lots of personality.” —Lynn Kennen
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