We asked riders to share their impressions of the gear they used to the fullest this winter.
This time, we looked at the skis, boots, and bindings used by Kosuke Kusakari, who is based in Okumino.
Kosuke Kusakari, 32 years old
While working as a ski advisor at the Himalaya main building in Gifu, he also posts about park riding in the Oku-Mino area, mainly on Instagram.
Instagram: @kosk_k
Kosuke Kusakari's setup
Skis: ON3P MAGNUS 90 176cm (116-90-114) '21-22 model
Boots: GEN FACTORY FUTURE 85 '22-23 model
Bindings: LOOK P14 GW '22-23 model
Ratings and reviews of each gear
Ski Review
ON3P MAGNUS 90
●Hardness impression on a 5-point scale (★1=soft ←→ ★5=hard)
Nose: ★★☆☆☆
Center: ★★★☆☆
Tail: ★★★☆☆
●Suitable scenes are rated on a 5-point scale
: Powder: ★★★☆☆
Grooming: ★★★☆☆
Hard pack: ★☆☆☆☆
Park: ★★★★★
Moguls: ★★★☆☆
Touring: None
●Common usage:
Used in the park for one season.
●Review
The board's appeal lies in its deep rocker, which offers great freedom of movement, and the light swing weight of the bamboo core. The top-to-tail carbon sheet provides high resilience and a popping feel. It's extremely durable, with almost no peeling or edge cracking even after a season of hard park riding. This is the perfect model for those who prioritize park riding.
As for length, I've been using 176cm since last season. It's a little long at 11cm longer than my height, but for ON3P, which has a deep rocker range, I feel that a slightly longer length provides a better balance between rocker and camber
Boots Review
GEN FACTORY FUTURE 85
●Hardness impression on a 5-point scale (★1=soft ←→ ★5=hard)
Lower shell: ★★★★☆
Upper: ★★☆☆☆
●Suitable scenes are rated on a 5-point scale
: Powder: ★★★☆☆
Grooming: ★★★☆☆
Hard pack: ★★☆☆☆
Park: ★★★★★
Moguls: ★★★★☆
Touring: None
●Situations in which you usually use it (season, location, conditions, etc.):
Used for park rides throughout the season.
●Reviews:
These boots are designed specifically for park riding, combining cushioning and power transmission through a combination of different materials. They feature a natural angle that's perfect for freestyle, allowing for quick and twisting movements, making it easy to show off your style. The wire buckle, which has been used since last year, tightens neatly, wrapping around the foot without causing any localized stress when tightened. Ideal for park riding, where a good fit and freedom of movement are required. The upper is soft, allowing the shins to slip in easily, making them recommended for park beginners. This is his third season as a pro model.
Binding Review
LOOK PIVOT14 GW
●Impressions are rated on a 5-point scale.
Power transmission: ★★★★☆
Reliability: ★★★★★
Usability: ★★★★★
Lightweight: ★★★☆☆
Climbing mode change operation: None
Heel lifter operation: None
●Suitable scenes are rated on a 5-point scale
: Powder: ★★★★☆
Grooming: ★★★★☆
Hard pack: ★★★★☆
Park: ★★★★★
Moguls: ★★★★★
Touring: None
●Usual usage situations (season, location, conditions, etc.)
Used in the park throughout the season.
●Review:
It doesn't release when you misunderstand, but it will release when a dangerous twist is applied. It's a highly reliable binding that does its job well. The heel piece is relatively heavy, but the center of gravity is located close to the heel, so you don't feel the weight. It's also very durable and will not break even after several years of use.
