We whipped up a concept for our "powder" ski this past weekend. Skiing around in all the snow made us think fat. Originally the plan was to make the KIWI a rockered twin with a reverse side cut. Of course, this may still happen as it is evolving. it cam out of our heads and Auto CAD like the above picture. 168 upfront, 140 under foot and 158 in the tail. We relied on a footprint similar to ones actual foot and toes. The tip carries 168 straight back from the tip for 18cm or 7" for you Americans. The tail does the same for 15cm. Each end will rocker from the flat 45cm center binding mount area.. The tip will rise 2.5" inches and tail 2.25". As we look at it on screen the Ash center flat area needs to move forward to give the ski a more even flex and accommodate switch landings. The KIWI will be flexible up front, flat and stiff underfoot (like a surfboard and stiff out the back. We enjoy a stiff ski in the tail to dip in powder and scrub speed on the piste. Keep in eye out as the KIWI evolves throughout the winter.
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