Atomic Supercross skis are designed for skiers who crave speed and precision on groomed runs. These skis offer a range of features and technologies to enhance performance, from carving to all-mountain skiing.
For those that like the classic feeling of laying a ski over on edge and arcing a perfect turn, carving skis are what you want. These skis have narrower waists and shorter turn radii for edge to edge quickness and responsive turn initiation and exit on groomed runs and hard pack.
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.
Atomic SX 12
Few skis take more eagerly to the challenge of hard snow. The SX 12, after all, was for skiercross, so it thinks it’s a GS race ski. And with that monster tip, it dives into the next arc the moment you pressure an edge. Atomic’s Beta construction comes into its own here.
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Its twin parallel cores, reinforced with magnesium rods inside and a sheet of Titanal below, give it uncompromising edge-hold. And like a lot of Beta skis, the SX 12 resists twisting no matter what it encounters, which gives it unsurpassed precision. In other words, it likes to go fast. Very fast.
That delighted testers who like locked-in power and have the quads to handle it. “A big, strong speed demon could tear up the frontside on these bad boys,” said Sabanosh.
Atomic SX7
The SX:7 is an intermediate ski. Well I would stay away from the SX:7.
Atomic SX 10
Try the Atomic SX 10 . Five of us have been on them and they are super !.We range in size from 5'10" --6"3"" and weight in 160-210 lbs range . we are All advanced skiers with 30+ days /yr experience . These skis do not have a speed limit and they hold an edge like velcro . Fast, precise, sharp. Great acceleration in curve. awesome!!
The SX 10 is not the most sophisticated ski in Atomic’s range but it is a heap of fun, a great medium-radius carver, quick off the mark and built for guys who have just parked up their Subaru and are more interested in 0-60 times than “saving the whale!” If a ski could be non-PC this would be one. The Super-Cross all-rounder. For skiers who like to race the slope as fast as possible but appreciate a more civilised skiing style.
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Total control over the ski is ensured by the Mono Torsion Bars and the Magnesium Power rods.
Atomic SX:B5
I have a tendancy to throw my weight around, and be over agressive when I ski. As a result, many skis can't handle this reckless style. The SX:B5 can. It is a tank. Cuts through anything, and holds almost as well as a race ski on ice. Many belive Atomic's have a "locked turn radius." Not these. You just need to be a bit agressive with them.
The first time I took them out, I thought something was wrong. I couldn't feel the snow. What I wasn't feelling were all the little bumps in the snow or any chatter when the skis were "washed" out of a turn. After a few runs I was used to this, and now look for simillar dampness in future ski purchases.
Some complain about the weight, the only time I noticed it was to and from the car. They have enough rebound to compensate for any of the extra weight on the snow. Look for deals on older models. Atomic keeps changing the graphics, but as far as I can tell not the ski itself.
Not Good for: Those who like lively, light skis. The ski felt as if it was on a railroad track. It cut the crud as it it was a razor. I was still able to turn it without a problem. Unlike other Atomic skis this one felt heavy underfoot but it still handled and if you like speed, this is the ski you want to be on.
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I had demo'd the B5 in NY during one of those days that go from corn/crunchy stuff, to a warm 45 degree decent conditions, to slush, and back to ice. Hands down the best skis I tried. I had tried the Rossi B1 Bandit (didn't like it so much) - the Sx:11 (great ski - just a little too light for me) - and the B5. Only drawback of the B5 is how heavy they are. Very Very Very heavy. You will notice how heavy they are, but I still made it through the moguls on them (East Coast death cookies).
BETA 5/APE- In action, B5’s suspended Power Channels apply constant pressure for tenacious grip along the entire edge. Even under extreme flex, Power Extenders act like shock absorbers, devouring chatter without compromising ski-snow contact. The rougher the terrain, the better the hold.
On some skis, power return can be so brutal it becomes uncontrollable. B5 Profile- To build a better ski, you need an advanced power transfer system. Beta 5 takes Atomic’s renowned lobed shape, peels back the skin and slices and Power Channels in half. Atomic embeds the exposed ends of the channels into elastomer Power Extenders within the Chassis.
The Channels are left exposed so they can float like the suspension fork on a mountain bike as the ski hugs the terrain. Power Channels Magnesium- Magnesium has a lower specific weight than titanium, and provides even pressure distribution and explosive acceleration. Magnesium Power Channels absorb forces from all directions.
Atomic SX5
I'm being offered a decent price on a barely used set of 158cm supercross sx5. Can i advance on these much different than a newer ski? Is there newer technology worth finding on the used market for a max $300 budget? The measurements are R14, 107/65/94 and I need something to teach my kids in Ontario and go out to Whistler once every few years.
About 15 + year old entry level skis. You could do better for under $300. Yeah skis that old, unless super classics, should be free.
Ski Tail Design
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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