Jumps, jibs, street riding, freeride, powder... LINE, which has always been the king of freeskiing, has created a new ski that takes a completely new direction
LINE specializes in turns and produces skis like this〈BLADE COLLECTION〉
Anyway, first check out the image footage
This may be the first time that LINE has ever made a promotional video featuring skis that never leave the snow. Deep, carving turns at high speed, billowing snow, and the thrill of edge-to-edge skiing. That's the BLADE skis, designed specifically for the joy of carving and slashing. The BLADE
COLLECTION was developed following the birth of classic skis like the Pescado and Sakana, with their distinctive swallowtails. This model promises to spark a broad movement that will not only appeal to freestyle skiers but the entire ski world, embracing the joy of turning.
Edge grip and torsional stability are essential for making these turns. The hollowed-out titanium "GAS PEDAL METAL," visible through the transparent topsheet and designed to resemble a fishbone, plays a key role. Titanium metal at both ends of the ski generates sharp power in the latter stages of the turn. The voluminous nose shape provides stability, making it effective on both groomed slopes and powder.
Two waist width models are available: 95mm and 92mm. The 92mm model is the "BLADE W" and is a women's model, but if you prefer a shorter size, this one is also recommended. The fact that
both have the radius marked "Tight" is a sign of the "LINE" brand.
The article below provides more information about this season's popular BLADE
LINE has been at the heart of freeskiing
LINE was founded in 1995 by 21-year-old Jason Levinthal, who began building twin-tip skis in his garage. Originally a skiboard company, the brand has continued to attract attention as a hip, cutting-edge brand by continually coming up with eccentric ideas for each era.
LINE's history is the history of freeskiing itself. The
193cm real twin-tip ski, the Ostness Dragon, was developed in the late 1990s. Iconic skis like the Prophet, Magnum Opus, and Pescado were created by Eric Pollard, who joined the company in 2001. Incidentally, Eric has also pioneered a new path by having riders design their own artwork. In 2014, the Sickday, which pursued the joy of directional skiing, was born and won the "Ski of the Year" award.
LINE prides itself on creating unconventional skis for over 20 years.
Eric Pollard's masterpiece series, POLLARD COLLECTION
Eric Pollard has been leading the overall product development of "LINE." This series is divided into two types: "Fish Shapes," characterized by their swallowtail shape, and "Surf Shapes," with convex soles on the nose and tail. The
"PESCADO" and "SAKANA" of the "Fish Shapes" are the only models with the nose and tail contacting the snow near the center, featuring "EARLY RISE," which provides buoyancy through a large rocker curvature. Additionally, the "EARLY TAPER" design, with the maximum width of the sidecut positioned near the nose and tail, minimizes snagging in powder. Combined with a voluminous waist width, these skis offer unmatched maneuverability in deep snow.
The two Surf Shapes models, "OUTLINE" and "SIR FRANCIS BACON," are ideal for freestyle powder tricks. The boat-shaped soles on the nose and tail release snow pressure, making it easier to lean and float when turning. The uniform flex of the nose and tail, with the center as the fulcrum, is also a great feature for freestylers who plan to ride switch
The heart of LINE: All-Terrain Freestyle
Freestyle twin-tip skis, which cover both park and street scenes, can be said to be the heart of the LINE brand. Representative models include the BLEND and the TOM WALLISCH PRO. Will Wesson and Tom Wallisch oversaw the development of each ski, with detailed updates to each section.
The BLEND maintains the same flex and feel, but the nose has been widened by 1mm to make butter tricks easier to perform. In addition, both tips of the ski have been rounded, making it easier to enter tricks and allowing for deeper butter tricks.
The Tom Wallisch Pro skis have been reshaped by widening the nose by 1mm and the tail by 4mm, improving stability and spin performance. All All-Terrain Freestyle skis feature 2mm wide x 2.5mm high edges and a 1.7mm thick running surface for superior durability
Directional Freeride Skis〈Lightweight Freeride〉〈Freeride〉
There are two types of LINE freeride models.
One is the "SICK DAY" model, which is named after the desire to go skiing even if it means pretending to be sick on a day when fresh snow has fallen. This witty name, typical of LINE, has been a staple in the freeride model lineup since 2014.
This stable all-round model is suitable for skiing in any situation. The secret is its lightness. Carbon fiber is embedded from tip to tail in a very light 100% poplar core, providing stability without adding weight. Three models are available in waist widths: 104, 94, and 88.
The "VISION" series pursues even lighter skis. Lighter skis are more likely to pick up vibrations from the snow, but this problem is solved by a technology called "THC CONSTRUCTION." By combining materials such as carbon, aramid, and glass fiber laminated on top of the core, this system absorbs various vibrations and stabilizes the skis. This series is available in a wide range of waist widths: 118, 108, and 98
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