"VECTOR GLIDE" opened a concept store "WHITE TIME" on June 12th. The location is Yamabuki-cho, Shinjuku-ku, located on the north side of Kagurazaka. With the slogan of “enriching your time in the snowy mountains”, we offer a selection of skis and other carefully selected gear, proposing a lifestyle to enjoy the snowy mountains.
Producer Masayuki Akiba is often at the store, so you can ask him about skiing in detail as much as time permits.
The concept of the new ski, the origin of the specs, the story behind the graphics, and of course the skis that exactly match your skills and what you want to do. He also plans to hold workshops and pop-up shops, so it will be an irresistible space for ski lovers.
INDEX
- Attention signature model "NADURRA"
- branded philosopher
- 20-21 VECTORGLIDE lineup
- Review each category
Featured new model, Daisuke Sasaki signature "Nadurra"
This "Nadurra" is a new addition to the lineup for the 2021 season.
This ski, which means "nature" in Gaelic, is the second signature model following the "Cordova SuperLight" as a model that Daisuke Sasaki was fully involved in development. For him, who guides in fields all over the world, mainly in Hokkaido, this one is a ski for climbing and skiing snowy mountains in all conditions.
This ski uses cap construction on the sidewalls and topsheet.
The advantage is that by integrating the sidewall and top sheet, it is possible to reduce the weight and partially thin it, so it is possible to adjust the flex unique to the cap structure.
In addition, the "SUPER LIGHT CORE", which is about 20% lighter than the conventional core material, is used, and the flex of the top and tail is set softly.
As a result, the swing weight is lighter and the skis are easier to operate. Also, by combining carbon, it responds very well to the movement of the skier. Thanks to this construction, "Nadurra" has become the lightest model among all models of the brand.
Not only does it have a good effect on slipping, but it also makes it easier to handle even Russell in deep snow, so you can hike up lightly. If you conserve your stamina, you should be able to concentrate and enjoy your skating more.
branded philosopher
"VECTOR GLIDE" started with 7 models in 2003.
Under the theme of "making things without compromise", we are currently developing 19 models (including kids) of free ski models with racing specs. All skis use dozens of types of natural wood as core material, and almost all models adopt a sandwich structure that allows for flexibility in torsion and flex.
All models are produced in domestic factories in order to accurately convey the image to the production team and manage it by numerical values, and to be able to immediately check the performance of the test model. "VECTOR GLIDE" has a number of models that have remained unchanged since the brand was founded. For example, the first flagship model "Cordova". For 17 years, the outline has not changed at all, depending on the purpose depending on the difference in core materials and materials. It takes the form of aging without significantly changing the riding taste. On the other hand, skis with a new riding feel will be given new names and added as new models. However, we do not blindly release a number of new models every season.
'21 season full lineup
The "VECTOR GLIDE" lineup is divided into five categories: "Big Fat", "All Mountain", "On Piste & Mogul", "Competition", and "Telemark". split up. The table below summarizes all models in their respective categories.
| Category | Model name | type |
| Big Fat | Genius | Standard/Carbon |
| butter knife | Standard/Carbon/Standrd JS/Carbon JS | |
| All Mountain | Polarve | Standard/Light/Standard JS/Light JS |
| Nadura | ||
| Mastiff | ||
| Cordova | Metal/Standrd/Light/SuperLight | |
| Aventura | Metal/Standrd/Light/SuperLight | |
| Make ST | ||
| Make BC | ||
| On Piste | Omni | |
| Maxi Gran Turismo | ||
| Mogul | Camel hump | Standard/Light |
| Competition | Maxi | G30/M25/M22/S13 |
| Telemark | Greed | |
| Bulky | ||
| Bold | Metal/Standrd/Light | |
| Omni TL | ||
| Steer |
The 7 models in the "All Mountain" category occupy the most volume.
The more clearly you know what you want to do in the snowy mountains, the more unique each ski will fit you perfectly. The next 5 models are "Telemark", which is also a manifestation of "VECTOR GLIDE". Specialized telemark skis have been made since the brand was founded, and since the load position is completely different from alpine skis, the center position and unequal thickness are set back, and the flex is slightly softer, which is different from alpine skis. It's becoming
There is another signature model that is not listed in the catalog for the 2021 season.
That is the “MASTIFF BOUND”, a Makoto Asakawa signature model limited to 20 units. In today's rocker era, this model is the only one in the world that has a waist width of 110mm and a traditional camber. One size development of 193 cm is also graceful. a special model that can only be obtained at the concept store "WHITE TIME" or the WHITE TIME E-store
A review of the standard model
Finally, let's introduce some of the standard models of "VECTOR GLIDE".
*Image is Genius Standard
The “Genius” can be said to be the flagship model among the “Big Fat” models, which are categorized as models with a waist width of 120 mm or more, assuming that they will slide on deep powder.
The shape is the widest in the brand, and the buoyancy that can be expected from it is outstanding. The unique shape of the pintail makes it easy to handle while drawing out the goodness of the late turn. There are two models, standard and carbon, with the same dimensions but different materials used.
*Image is Polarve Standard
Based on Kenji Kono's skiing experience, this is an all-mountain model that he seeks.
That is "Polarve". Although the waist width is 107mm, it features a feeling of operation that does not make you feel it at all. One of the reasons is that by using carbon and titanal together, it has lightness and stability. This is also the reason why it is called the new generation Vector Glide. This ski also comes in two types, standard and light, which have the same dimensions but different materials. Each model has a lineup of models supervised by JAZZY SPORT.
*The image is Aventura Metal
"Aventura" pursues carving performance and buoyancy at a high level with a waist width of 100mm. Standard glass fiber base, metal that provides stability even in rough snow and ice conditions, super light laminated with carbon fiber to cover lightness and operability, women's using lightweight core material "SUPER LIGHT CORE" You can choose from four characteristics such as the light of the model according to your skiing orientation. It is finished in one that can be enjoyed in various situations throughout the season.
See below for the full VECTOR GLIDE line-up