We asked riders to share their impressions of the gear they've been using to the fullest this winter.
This time, we'll be looking at the gear used by Toi Suzuki, who also works as a coach at the Kandatsu Freeski School.
Toi Suzuki, 24 years old
, started freeskiing at age 6, and after competing in the SPYDER AIR BATTLE as an elementary school student, he has competed in numerous domestic competitions. After graduating from high school, he spent two seasons in Whistler, and then worked as a coach at the Kandatsu Freeski School. This summer, he is also working as a staff member at the S-Air water jump.
Instagram: @toy_suzuki
Suzuki Fuyi's setup
Skis: K2 Poacher 170cm (124-96-118) '21-22 model
Boots: K2 Recon 120 '21-22 model
Bindings: Marker Griffon 13, release value 8, '21-22 model
Ratings and reviews of each gear
Ski Review
K2 Poacher
●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
Frequently used conditions
: All seasons from the beginning of the season to spring.
Location: Ski resorts, off-season training facilities
. Conditions: All conditions except for knee-high powder.
●The
board is sturdy, so it can be trusted at high speeds on both flat and rough terrain, allowing you to enjoy carving without worrying about your feet. This ensures stable approach and landing in the park, maintaining good speed in all conditions. The board is sturdy (stiff), but the rocker shape makes the nose and tail easy to ride, allowing for butter tricks and knuckle hacks.
Boots Review
K2 Recon 120
●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
● Frequently used situations (season, location, conditions, etc.)
Season: All seasons
Location: Ski resorts/off-training facilities
Conditions: All conditions
●Review:
I mainly use them in the park, but the shell and buckles are sturdy. They're also light and very comfortable to wear. During lessons, I slide, jump, and hike all day, and I'm very happy with the warmth and fit. I can wear them all day, including during breaks.
Binding Review
Marker Griffon13
●Impressions are rated on a 5-point scale.
Power transmission: ★★★★★
Reliability: ★★★★★
Usability: ★★★★★
Lightweight: ★★★★★
Operational feel of climbing mode change: None
Operational feel of heel lifter: None
●Suitable scenes are rated on a 5-point scale
: Powder: ★★★★★
Grooming: ★★★★★
Hard pack: ★★★★★
Park: ★★★★★
Moguls: ★★★★★
Touring: None
Frequently used situations (season, location, conditions, etc.)
Season: All seasons
Location: Ski resorts, off-season training facilities
Conditions: All conditions
●Review:
It is strong enough and light enough to be included in the current performance and items. All the boards I own are Griffon 13.