tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6874541367337995440.post164822460323223127..comments2024-03-21T00:14:33.311-07:00Comments on Ski Theory: DPS Wailer 99 ReviewAlex Wigleyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12246494774748523303noreply@blogger.comBlogger48125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6874541367337995440.post-40741271687212868772016-01-11T18:07:07.972-08:002016-01-11T18:07:07.972-08:00Hi Alex, Just wondering about your height and weig...Hi Alex, Just wondering about your height and weight re your advice about ski length. I'm only 5'4" (165cm) and weigh 70kgs (154lbs) and worried that the wailer 99 pure 3 @ 184 may be a bit too long for me. Your thoughts please.Tommy Parker. Sydney, Australiahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15113742122549964871noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6874541367337995440.post-75365937891273804232015-01-17T09:59:17.557-08:002015-01-17T09:59:17.557-08:00Hi Alex, I got pair of the 176 Nina 99's on t...Hi Alex, I got pair of the 176 Nina 99's on the advice of the rep, I usually ski a 168. I'm 5'3" and 125 lb. I've read an on-line review from a woman a bit smaller, - 5'2" and 120 lb., but younger and probably stronger, who recommends the shorter length and mounting 1 or 2 cm forward. Any opinions?CathyJnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6874541367337995440.post-65707887604447644732014-04-09T20:18:29.419-07:002014-04-09T20:18:29.419-07:00So long story... but I got the pure 192 w99s and a...So long story... but I got the pure 192 w99s and am wondering if I should keep them or sell them and get a shorter pair. I have jjs now with Rad ft and mobe boots and skinny movement iki skis with speed Rad and f1 boots. Wondering which bindings and to mount up if I keep em and if the f1s would push that ski for spring peaks here in Co. I am 200 lbs and 5'10" and a strong skiier that likes going fast yet lives for tree skiing... Help...Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6874541367337995440.post-21176832419728465192014-04-09T20:18:08.714-07:002014-04-09T20:18:08.714-07:00So long story... but I got the pure 192 w99s and a...So long story... but I got the pure 192 w99s and am wondering if I should keep them or sell them and get a shorter pair. I have jjs now with Rad ft and mobe boots and skinny movement iki skis with speed Rad and f1 boots. Wondering which bindings and to mount up if I keep em and if the f1s would push that ski for spring peaks here in Co. I am 200 lbs and 5'10" and a strong skiier that likes going fast yet lives for tree skiing... Help...Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6874541367337995440.post-10591371687863935502014-02-27T06:38:55.329-08:002014-02-27T06:38:55.329-08:00Pardon my tardy response, I'm still up in the ...Pardon my tardy response, I'm still up in the backcountry guiding, and have had spotty internet or big touring days. First as a touring setup, always go with a Pure, I find they ski better but the biggest advantage is weight. I would recommend a 192 for you, as they are quite nimble, and the shorter version feels short in the deep. That being said, if you wanted to go shorter I would think it would be a good spring or big mission ski. The 112's are my daily driver, and ski everything, but when I know I'm going to be on ice I switch to the 99's. Hope that helps!Alex Wigleyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12246494774748523303noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6874541367337995440.post-51610159989907642892014-02-21T21:50:33.984-08:002014-02-21T21:50:33.984-08:00Hey Alex -
Similar question as others above, but ...Hey Alex -<br /><br />Similar question as others above, but hoping to get your quick thoughts on the W99 length. 6'2" 195lbs - will be almost exclusively backcountry...mostly PNW volcanoes and multi day tours. 192 seems maybe a bit long in the steeps and then 99 feels a bit narrow in the deep. also considering the hauscaran's and cham 107HMs. I also have a pair of W112s hybrids w/ guardians and love them...but heavy set up. thanks!!bbmhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12358986334644584164noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6874541367337995440.post-81859770164599472372013-12-05T12:30:58.961-08:002013-12-05T12:30:58.961-08:00Sold 99 192 it is! Thank Alex!Sold 99 192 it is! Thank Alex!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6874541367337995440.post-59967310904536751582013-12-05T11:21:19.664-08:002013-12-05T11:21:19.664-08:00Hey,
Well the 99 is a great choice, but so is the...Hey,<br /><br />Well the 99 is a great choice, but so is the 112. I would lean more for the 99 for the area your in. 192cm is definitely the best bet. Because of the rocker, they ski really short. I have the 184cm 99, it's fantastic, but I do find it slightly short and the 192cm would be that extra boost I want in deep deep snow. Don't worry too much for bindings, bindings always go on every ski, just think about is that binding good for in bounds skiing or backcountry? For the time you ski out of bounds something like a Duke or Guardian might give you some leeway to skin. Have a great season.Alex Wigleyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12246494774748523303noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6874541367337995440.post-45476355757205628172013-12-05T06:58:59.856-08:002013-12-05T06:58:59.856-08:00Hi Alex,
I am stuck and need a push... 70/30 on pi...Hi Alex,<br />I am stuck and need a push... 70/30 on piste but looking to do more slackcountry stuff... i recently discovered a thing called powder(southern michigan boy)... I am 6ft 240lb advanced skier. I skied the 112 178 & 184 at Big Sky last year and really enjoyed it... this year I moved to Munich Germany and am thinking the 99 might be better for Euro Snow & resorts... I tried the 99 184 and liked it but was thinking maybe the 192 would be better for the on piste stuff I do... thoughts? there are no 192 demos readily available here so I am leery to pull the trigger on the 192... and thinking Look Pivot 14 Bindings<br />Thanks!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6874541367337995440.post-72651142592121620002013-12-03T22:28:03.913-08:002013-12-03T22:28:03.913-08:00Hey Guys,
Sorry for the late reply, teaching ava...Hey Guys, <br /><br />Sorry for the late reply, teaching avalanche courses! Gabriel, mounting with binding inserts is generally pretty straight forward, however it is important to note that all holes should be marked before drilled so that they are well balanced. Most bindings should only have to be moved 7mm at the most. So don't worry, as long as things are planned and not drilled too quickly.<br /><br />Anonymous, the 190cm's sound great. I would go for a Dynafit Radical FT binding for touring as they are tried, tested, and true with little issue. They will easily handily the weight, and you can beat them up pretty hard these days!<br /><br />Hope that helps, let me know if there is anything else!Alex Wigleyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12246494774748523303noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6874541367337995440.post-31762851457576324812013-12-01T18:39:04.905-08:002013-12-01T18:39:04.905-08:00Looking at the 2014 99s. 6'3" 225 lbs. Ad...Looking at the 2014 99s. 6'3" 225 lbs. Advanced intermediate; assuming 190s but not sure about bindings for a big dude like me. Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6874541367337995440.post-26568414402592524482013-11-20T10:15:36.731-08:002013-11-20T10:15:36.731-08:00Hi Alex
I just got a pair of the wailer 99s and I ...Hi Alex<br />I just got a pair of the wailer 99s and I am planning on mounting 2 sets of bindings (dynafit for backcountry and markers for resort/slackcountry use) with binding inserts. Do you have any recommendations as to where to mount the bindings so the inserts don't overlap?<br />Thanks,<br />GabrielAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6874541367337995440.post-90485955539883914672013-04-23T21:31:09.372-07:002013-04-23T21:31:09.372-07:00Alex,
Thanks for the incredibly fast response!!! ...Alex,<br /><br />Thanks for the incredibly fast response!!! I got the same answer from a fellow wailer owner and he said the same. Really appreciate your insight. Thanks again for the help, keep up the great work with the site. Can't wait to try these bad boys out. Now if it only was January instead of late April. <br /><br />JeffAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6874541367337995440.post-36301180989746863972013-04-23T18:58:22.975-07:002013-04-23T18:58:22.975-07:00Hey Jeff,
Don't worry about length, they'...Hey Jeff,<br /><br />Don't worry about length, they'll be perfect. The Wailer 112's ski short but are stable like a long ski. You'll love them, and they may even turn as easily as your race skis. Enjoy!Alex Wigleyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12246494774748523303noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6874541367337995440.post-89923190827344664222013-04-23T16:31:38.118-07:002013-04-23T16:31:38.118-07:00Hey Alex,
I just stumbled across your site, btw g...Hey Alex,<br /><br />I just stumbled across your site, btw great reviews and info. I have a chance to get my hands on a pair of Wailer 112s. I've been dreaming about them but my concern is the length. I'm 5'7 on a good day and weigh 160lbs. The pair being offered is 178cm which I'm worried is a bit long as I'd personally prefer the 168's. My racing skis are currently 165's. What are your thoughts? Will I be ok with the extra length. I generally ski inbounds hoping to use the wailer's as my powder ski. <br />Thanks<br />JeffAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6874541367337995440.post-66431778509977950412013-04-16T17:11:11.463-07:002013-04-16T17:11:11.463-07:00Hey Jon,
Congrats, new skis! As for bindings, th...Hey Jon,<br /><br />Congrats, new skis! As for bindings, the Onyx is on the bottom of my list for ski touring bindings, but Marker's have been proven strong and reliable in the inbounds and out of bounds. The down side to a non-tech setup like the markers is that they walk poorly and are very heavy. However, if you're not going far they are great. Haven't heard any feedback on the Guardian, but probably in the same boat. I'd go marker, hope that helps.<br /><br />AlexAlex Wigleyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12246494774748523303noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6874541367337995440.post-20659846596162036452013-04-16T16:06:10.802-07:002013-04-16T16:06:10.802-07:00Hello again Alex. My Wailer 112s are on the way an...Hello again Alex. My Wailer 112s are on the way and now im immersing myself in reading about bindings. Wondering your opinion if I was going to get just one set to start out (QK sounds awesome, may save that for the future).<br />It seems like a tech setup might not be the way to go for me since a) ill still be riding 70+% inbounds b) my out of bounds will be more like sidecountry as opposed to epic tours and c) im over 180 pounds and want to ski aggressively. I did read about the G3 Oynx being a more aggressive tech binding that has high marks for safety (releasing), but overall it feels like a Marker setup or the Salomon Guardian 16 might be more appropriate for me right now. Just curious as to your take, and I really appreciate the feedback. Thanks!<br /><br />JonAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6874541367337995440.post-91477493925067330252013-04-11T11:56:51.738-07:002013-04-11T11:56:51.738-07:00Hey Jon,
As for bindings, I would go for two pair...Hey Jon,<br /><br />As for bindings, I would go for two pairs of bindings, using the Quiver Killer System. 1 Pair of Dynafits for Backcountry days, and 1 Pair of Alpine Bindings for inbounds days. You get the best of both worlds and don't beat your Dynafits up on moguls inbounds. The QK system has worked very well for friends of mine, and I do have a good amount of confidence in them. Hope that helps!Alex Wigleyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12246494774748523303noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6874541367337995440.post-32697615847917560142013-04-11T11:47:16.218-07:002013-04-11T11:47:16.218-07:00Thanks Alex, that's very helpful. One last que...Thanks Alex, that's very helpful. One last question is a binding recommendation for the w112 based on my 70/30 inbounds/out of bounds tastes. I know there is a whole world of highly technical binding information out there and i'm just starting to skim the surface. Would appreciate any tips you might have, and thank you again.<br /><br />JonAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6874541367337995440.post-74668366717553790952013-04-11T11:01:53.540-07:002013-04-11T11:01:53.540-07:00Hey Jon,
DPS is right to say 178 w112, in regards...Hey Jon,<br /><br />DPS is right to say 178 w112, in regards to powder skiing, and since you want a shorter ski. The way I look at it, is a shorter ski needs to be fatter to float, whereas a short narrower ski will sink and not prove as fun. For what you're skiing, it sounds like you're trying to find backcountry spots, not icy groomers. On the flip side the 99 is better for edge control, and is a good choice for versatility in not so deep situation, but I use my 112's way more than my 99's and they're fine on the odd icy section. Lots of people in the east on both skis, and all very happy. Hope that helps!Alex Wigleyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12246494774748523303noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6874541367337995440.post-20876714953481166712013-04-11T10:02:00.017-07:002013-04-11T10:02:00.017-07:00Hi Alex. Great work on your reviews, I'm curr...Hi Alex. Great work on your reviews, I'm currently stalking a pair of DPS skis and have been referencing both your Wailer112 and Wailer99 entries a lot. I recently spent some time chatting with DPS directly and went into the conversation wanting the w99s. I live and ski in northern VT and do 70% skiing in bounds but looking to explore more into the backountry. Im 6-1 and 185 but prefer a shorter ski for the tight new england woods. DPS recommended i go with a 178 w112 but I'm still thinking more about the w99s because more often than not I won't be in blower powder out here. Also planning a trip to Tuckerman's for next year and feel like I'd want more edge control there. Just curiou as to your take on a) model and b) legnth. Thanks for all your great work!<br /><br />JonAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6874541367337995440.post-61786890419378074372013-03-04T16:21:07.377-08:002013-03-04T16:21:07.377-08:00Hey Brandon,
I'm no longer working at the Esc...Hey Brandon,<br /><br />I'm no longer working at the Escape Route as I guide full-time now, but there could have been a box. Like every product anything can break, I've seen some Plums break, but I've also seen everything else out there break. I have no idea about numbers, but Escape Route knows their stuff, you should ask Plum. Still on mine and they're holding strong for 3 season now. Sorry that's not too much help.Alex Wigleyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12246494774748523303noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6874541367337995440.post-54431380532495819952013-03-03T16:51:46.228-08:002013-03-03T16:51:46.228-08:00Hey Alex,
Thanks for the reply. So after a littl...Hey Alex, <br /><br />Thanks for the reply. So after a little Internet research I found a site where a guy claims he came into your shop (the escape route), and was shown a box of broken Plum guide heel pieces. He goes on to say that the failures were in the plastic housing and that there were at least 20 heel pieces returned. So, do you know if there is any validity to this statement, and if so do you know what Plum's stance has been? Sorry to get a little off topic, but I am thinking of getting the guide for my newly purchased Wailers. This report was confusing to me as I have a friend that has two seasons on his guides with no issues and loves them. Thanks for any info.<br /><br />Cheers,<br />BrandonBKhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15896549589974589315noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6874541367337995440.post-30064238486871847642013-03-02T10:25:21.144-08:002013-03-02T10:25:21.144-08:00Hey Brandon,
As for sizing the 176 would work, bu...Hey Brandon,<br /><br />As for sizing the 176 would work, but as an all-arounder the 184's might be a better ski as it will float more. I've been using my race setup on them, but know that if you choose to go that way they may wear out a bit faster, so something like the Dynafit Speed Superlite may be a good choice for just a touch more beef to it. All my bindings have held up really well, and am not replacing anything right now, but I suspect it's probably a case by case basis. Thanks for the questions.Alex Wigleyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12246494774748523303noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6874541367337995440.post-63139877369141626712013-03-01T10:08:36.529-08:002013-03-01T10:08:36.529-08:00Hi Alex,
A few questions for you: I am looking a...Hi Alex,<br /><br />A few questions for you: I am looking at buying a pair of 99 Pures in 176 length, I am 5'9" 160, wondering what you thought about that size for me. It will be primarily a backcountry ski, but also a little bit of lift riding as well. Same as you I will be using a TLT and a four boot with these. The other question I had was regarding you using the PLUM race binders. I have a race set up with the PLUM race bindings and really like them. Just not sure how they would hold up in everyday use with this much more leverage of a bigger ski. Already after two seasons of minimal racing and a fair amount of training the heel pieces have play in them. I would probably be looking at replacing the polymer body every other season or sooner. How are yours holding up? Thanks for any info.<br /><br />Cheers,<br />BrandonBKhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15896549589974589315noreply@blogger.com