Black Crows Orb Patrol Skis 2017
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Black Crows Orb Patrol Skis 2017
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Product Info
Although they were originally crafted for professional ski patrols, the Black Crows Orb Patrol Skis can now be yours! Modeled after the Freebird edition of the Orb, these bad boys are light enough to tour confidently upon but they feature a reinforced topsheet that you're unlikely to ever see anyone else with. In addition to being light, the Orb Patrol skis incredibly well and their versatile 91mm waist width is right at home whether you're looking for an edge on an icy couloir, railing down groomers, or making turns in an untouched side stash. Roll up to the lift and/or trailhead with a truly unique and distinguished ski and nab a pair of the extremely limited Black Crows Orb Patrol Skis.
Product Details
Rocker Type
Classic Camber & Front Rocker | 17% Tip Rocker / 73% Contact Length / 10% Flat Tail – Classic camber underfoot with an extended ski/snow contact for alpine-style turns.
Flex
Energetic Flex – Pop, stability, performance.
Slightly stiffer than the traditional Black Crows Orb Freebird model as a result of the strengthened topsheet.
Core
Freebird Gene 2 Core – Torsion box construction ideal for wider skis with tip to tail Paulownia/Poplar wood paired with triaxial and biaxial carbon laminates ensures optimal weight reduction while maintaining a lively downhill feel.
Laminates
Carbon & Fiberglass Layers
Sidewalls
Semi Cap – Durable construction that retains the edge power of sidewall construction while limiting chipping of the topsheet at the tip and tail of the ski.
ABS Sidewalls – Durability and shock absorption across all snow and terrain.
Base
Black Base
Edges
Thicker Edges – The edges on Patrol models are thicker than traditional Black Crows Freebird models to allow for more edge tuning and longevity.
Graphics
Patrol Topsheet – A reinforced, limited production graphic that was originally produced for ski patrol professionals.
Binding Compatibility
We recommend a brake width equal to or at most 15 mm wider than the ski waist width.
Specs
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Terrain:
All-Mountain, Alpine Touring
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Terrain
All-Mountain All-mountain skis are designed to handle anything you throw at them including powder, ice, groomers, steeps, heavy snow, and everything in between, but they aren’t necessarily a master of any one terrain. If you’re only going to own one ski to do it all, this is what you want. All-mountain skis generally have what we call mid-fat waists that range from 80-110 mm. Alpine Touring Also known as backcountry skis, alpine touring (AT) skis are designed for going uphill as well as downhill. These skis are typically light for their width and many feature fittings that accept climbing skins. AT skis vary in width and weight, with the wider heavier versions usually used for winter/deep snow touring and the skinnier, lighter skis usually used for spring/summer/long distance touring.
- Skis: No Bindings
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Ability Level:
Advanced-Expert
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Ability Level
Advanced-Expert Whether you charge the steepest lines, hit the biggest jumps in the park or carve with race-like precision, advanced to expert level skis, snowboards, boots and bindings are for the more aggressive rider. In skis and snowboards, you'll often find layers of metal, carbon or other stringers for rigidity and power, while advanced to expert level boots and bindings are usually on the stiffer side of the spectrum for rebound and precision steering.
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Rocker Type:
Rocker/Camber
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Rocker Type
Rocker/Camber Rocker/Camber skis pair a traditional cambered profile underfoot with an elongated, early rise tip borrowed from fully rockered skis. This profile places the front contact point further back from the tip, while the rear contact point remains close to the tail. The rockered tip allows for better flotation and less edge catch for increased float in deep snow, while the cambered rear stores and transmits energy similarly to a fully cambered ski.
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Turning Radius:
Medium
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Turning Radius
Medium 17-22 m radius is best for all-mountain and park & pipe.
- Core/Laminates: Carbon, Wood
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Tail Type:
Flat
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Tail Type
Flat This is your traditional tail, designed to have edge contact all the way through the tail, and only designed for skiing forward. This is also preferred for alpine touring, as you can stick the tails of your skis in the snow.
- Warranty: 2 Years
| Size (cm) | 172 | 178 | 183 |
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| Tip Width (mm) | 121 | 122 | 124 |
| Waist Width (mm) | 91 | 91 | 91 |
| Tail Width (mm) | 107 | 109 | 111 |
| Turning Radius (m) | 18 | ||
| Indiv. Ski Weight (g) | 1495 |