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 might be the first time that LINE has created a promotional video showing skis never leaving the snow surface. Deep, high-speed carving turns, swirling snow, the exhilarating feeling of edge-to-edge skiing. That's the "BLADE" ski, specializing in the joy of carving and slashing. The BLADE COLLECTION was developed
following the creation of legendary models such as the "PESCADO" and "SAKANA," both featuring distinctive swallowtails. This model has the potential to become a broad movement that will engulf not only freestyle skiers but the entire skiing world, bringing the fun of turns to life.
Edge grip and torsional stability are essential for executing these turns. The hollowed-out titanium metal "GAS PEDAL METAL," reminiscent of a fishbone and visible through the translucent topsheet, plays this role, and the titanium metal positioned at both ends of the ski generates sharp power in the latter half of the turn. The voluminous nose shape provides stability, making it effective not only on groomed slopes but also in powder.
The waist width is available in two models: 95mm and 92mm. The 92mm model is treated as a women's model called "BLADE W," but it's also recommended for those who prefer a shorter size. The fact that
both models are labeled "Tight" in terms of radius is another characteristic 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 started making twin-tip skis in his home garage. Initially a skiboard company, LINE has continued to attract attention as a hip, cutting-edge brand by consistently producing unconventional ideas that change with the times.
LINE's history is also the history of freeskiing.
The 193cm true twin-tip ski "Ostness Dragon" was developed in the late 1990s. Iconic skis of the brand such as "Prophet," "Magnum Opus," and "Pescado" were designed by Eric Pollard, who joined the company in 2001. Incidentally, Eric has also pioneered a new path where the rider himself is in charge of the artwork. In 2014, "Sickday," which pursued the fun of directional skiing, was born and won the "Ski of the Year" award that year.
LINE takes pride in the fact that for over 20 years, they have continued to create skis that defy convention.
Eric Pollard's masterpiece series, POLLARD COLLECTION
Eric Pollard has led the entire product development process for "LINE." This series is divided into two types: <Fish Shapes>, characterized by its swallowtail shape, and <Surf Shapes>, which features a boat-shaped (convex) base at the nose and tail. The
"PESCADO" and "SAKANA" models in <Fish Shapes> are unique among all models in that the contact points of the nose and tail with the snow are close to the center, and they employ "EARLY RISE," which provides buoyancy through a large rocker curve. In addition, the "EARLY TAPER" design sets the maximum width of the sidecut close to the nose and tail, resulting in less catching in powder. Combined with a voluminous waist width, their maneuverability in deep snow is outstanding.
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, covering scenes like parks and streets, are the heart of the "LINE" lineup. The flagship models are "BLEND" and "TOM WALLISCH PRO," each supervised by Will Wesson and Tom Wallisch respectively, with subtle updates to various aspects.
The "BLEND" maintains its flex and feel while widening the nose by 1mm to make butter tricks easier. Furthermore, rounding both ends of the ski not only makes it easier to initiate tricks but also allows 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〉
LINE offers two types of freeride models.
One of them is the "SICK DAY" model, which embodies the idea of wanting to go skiing even if you have to pretend to be sick on a day when fresh snow has fallen. This stylish name, typical of LINE, has made it a staple model in their freeride lineup since 2014.
This stable all-around model can handle skiing in all conditions. The secret is its lightness. A very light 100% poplar core is embedded with carbon fiber from nose to tail, providing stability without increasing weight. It is available in three 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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