Icelantic Vanguard Skis 2015
Icelantic Vanguard Skis 2015
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Product Info
No matter where or how far you range, the Icelantic Vanguard Skis are the backcountry tool to accomplish any mission. New this year and made to Icelantic's exacting manufacturing standards (in good ol' Denver), the Vanguard has an Ochroma wood core for weight savings. Early rise tip for control and float in softer and broken snow meets a flat tail for utility in the high mountain as well as power in firmer conditions. The Vanguard was made with the reality of backcountry riding; you spend a lot of time going up, but the ride down should still plaster an outrageous 5-year-old-on-christmas grin to your face. Get up to get down, and see the difference with this lightweight but stable ski this year.
Product Details
Rocker Type
Camber – 7 mm
Flex
Flex Rating: 6 (1 Soft - 10 Stiff) – Stability in all-conditions
Shape
Early Rise Tip
Flat Tail
Core
Ultralight Ochroma Core – Balsa wood for weight savings and sustainably sourced construction.
Laminates
20mm Rubber Foil – 3 Layers for dampening
ETLX 2200 Triaxle Fiberglass
Carbonium
Sidewalls
Durasurf 2001 P-Tex Sidewall
Base
Durasurf 4001 Sintered P-Tex Base
Edges
2.2mm Steel Edge
Additional Features
Wintersteiger Finish – All Icelantic skis come out the factory fully tuned with a polished edge and stone finish provided by Wintersteiger
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, Big 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. Big Mountain Big mountain skis are designed for charging big lines with high speeds and big airs. These skis varry in width from wide, powder-oriented skis for skiing Alaska spines to narrower, mixed condition skis for ripping the beat up headwall at your local mountain. Skis in this category tend to be on the stiffer side, often with more rocker in the tip and less in the tail. 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:
Intermediate-Advanced
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Ability Level
Intermediate-Advanced Whether you’re a progressing intermediate exploring new runs and terrain, or an accomplished rider seeking new thrills, the majority of skiers and snowboarders fall into this level. Intermediate to advanced skis and snowboards may be somewhat wider or stiffer than beginner-intermediate skis and snowboards, usually with a stronger wood core and sandwich sidewall construction. Intermediate to advanced boots and bindings range from softer flexing freestyle options to stiffer choices built for stability at speed.
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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.
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Ski Awards:
Freeskier Editor's Pick
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Made in the USA:
Yes
- Warranty: 2 Years
| Size (cm) | 168 | 178 | 188 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tip Width (mm) | 139 | 139 | 139 |
| Waist Width (mm) | 107 | 107 | 107 |
| Tail Width (mm) | 126 | 126 | 126 |
| Turning Radius (m) | 18 | 21 | 24 |
| Indiv. Ski Weight (g) | 1485 | 1644 | 1803 |