I am new to the whole skiing a course thing and i was wondering which ski would be better? I have been skiing for years but just learning to ski a course now. I can ski the course 15 off at 26mph <BR> <BR>Connelly Concept or Connelly F1X

Really whatever ski you feel comfortable on. I think you need to demo any slalom before buying one. Different skis work better for different styles.

I agree Nick, demo as much as you can. I was a tried and true O’Brien guy but on a whim I skied a Connelly and it fit me great. If you can't demo I would lean toward the F1X (obvious bias though). The Concept is very forgiving but the F1X is faster and turns a bit harder. And being a mildly shaped ski it will perform well at the slower speeds but also is solid at 36. Give them a try if you can, can't go wrong either way.

I was just like Blain, a big HO guy, then jumped on a D3 and have no thoughts of going back.

Nick - <BR>The Monza is calling you!!!!

Thank you for all the help