Given the history of this ski, I went into this thinking, "Ah, here a ski I probably have no use for." But I'm now convinced that at least for the role of a proper deep powder day ski, this totally makes sense, or at least as much sense as other 110 powder skis."

Looking forward to all the new skireviews. Hope you guys cover the Reckoner KF. Coolest ski made the last 5 years.

@SkiEssentials

21 күн бұрын

It will be involved in our ski test and related video. We got some time on that ski in fresh snow, but not a ton. Very interesting concept with the carbon-powered twin!

Great review guys! I was wondering how you thought it compares to the Justis, particularly for chopped powder/crud? I’m thinking about getting something a bit burlier for next season to complement my Mirus Cors for days when the snow gets heavy/chunky.

@SkiEssentials

4 күн бұрын

The Justis is a superior crud and chop ski and makes some of the best turns out there--a great complement to the Mirus Cor as a more powerful option, but it's not nearly as floaty or drifty as the new Corvus. I think the Corvus works best in untracked snow while the Justis fares great in more types of snow conditions.

Would love to see reviews on “down skis”. Not a brand I’m very familiar with. They look awesome

@SkiEssentials

21 күн бұрын

It's amazing how many smaller brands there are out there. I've never heard of them before just now.

Hello, how does it compare to the optic 114 overall but more prisely in variable condition and buttery/gibby application. Thanks great review again!

@SkiEssentials

15 күн бұрын

The Optic 114 is considerably burlier and more powerful while the Corvus is butterier. Both have long turn radii, allowing for some good slashing and smearing, but the weight and stiffer flex of the Optic keeps it on a different level than the Corvus when it comes to mobility and agility.

It's time to replace my beloved 108 Atris. I was half tempted to just by another 105 Artis. Now the new Corvus and your review. Is the new Corvus the better choice for PNW variable snow?

@SkiEssentials

21 күн бұрын

Great question, and an interesting observation about the older Atris! I am not sure that the Corvus is a better variable snow ski. I always felt that the Atris was uncommonly smooth in those types of conditions. The move here with Corvus is one closer to the deep and fresh due to the flex and radius. If you're not worried about width, I'd definitely check out the Anima at 115.

I would like to get advice on sizing. I am 169cm tall and use anima 182cm and 23-24 corvus 183cm. I am considering purchasing the new corvus and am not sure whether to go with the 181cm or 186cm. I have 185cm and 186cm powder skis, so I am not too concerned about the length.I am not sure about the length because the Radius is not as short as the ANIMA.I would appreciate it if you could tell me about the new corvus, as I was not able to test ride it at the test ride event, as it is not the only one.The video shows that it is less stiff and has a softer top and tail than the previous corvus, but does that reduce its ability to break through in rough conditions? I would be happy to know this as well!

@SkiEssentials

10 күн бұрын

If you know you prefer longer skis, even with the longer turn shape here, the Corvus is a pretty manageable ski. It's more meant to be used in a pure powder flotation aspect rather than the old Corvus that could blast through crud and chop. I do not find that this ski is superior to the old one in that regard, but it is considerably easier to use and a whole lot more fun.

Please, coould you put them side by side with a Navis freebird? The camber with long tip/tail rocker looks like a wider and heavier Navis...

@SkiEssentials

21 күн бұрын

Corvus is still more rockered and tapered. With the extra width of the 110, it makes sense as they're trying to appeal to the strictly soft snow crowd.

Would it be relevant to add this ski in a quiver where I have a Justis and an Anima?

@SkiEssentials

2 күн бұрын

We'll never say no to these types of questions. To reinforce, the Corvus is a more playful floater than the Anima, even though it's narrower. It's considerably more flexible than the other two skis, so it'd make a great "off day" option for when you're looking for a bit more casual of a day.

Thank you for the great review. If your physique was 165 cm and 60 kg, which length would you choose?

@SkiEssentials

4 күн бұрын

I'd go with the 169.4.

I know they have metal but how do they compare to the Wailer 112 or JJ 116 or even the Bent 110?

@bearclaw5115

22 күн бұрын

Those skis are all on the more playful side with shorter turn radii softer flexes I think and generally suited to lower speeds.

@SkiEssentials

21 күн бұрын

The metal is not a defining characteristic in the Corvus, especially not how it used to be. As such, the new model compares favorably to the Bent 110 in terms of being mobile, shifty, and responsive in the camber. The big difference is the radius, and that goes for the Wailer as well. Corvus feels very straight so it's easy to throw sideways.

Hi guys, how does this compare to the Declivity 108?

@SkiEssentials

11 күн бұрын

The Declivity isn't quite as flexible or playful, but it does hold up better in crud and chop vs. fresh and deeper snow. There's more heft to the Armada and it makes good sense when you think about it as the wider of the all-mountain Declivity line. As a larger and more aggressive skier, I'd take the Declivity especially since I'm not skiing fresh or deep snow quite as often.

What is Matt's height and weight as he is discussing 186 vs 192?

@SkiEssentials

18 күн бұрын

Matt is 6/2 200

Do you guys know the new motto of the anima ?

@SkiEssentials

21 күн бұрын

can we just talk?