all skis are not created equal

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Starting Line Products
Starting Line Products, like C&A Pro, offers numerous ski models.

SLP's Straight Line Tracking (SLT) ski uses a patented rocker keel design that's similar to parabolic downhill skis. SLP heralds this as its power steering ski. It uses several different carbide runner designs, though the most popular is its keep blade (commonly referred to as a "spoon," as it is shaped like a spoon. This carbide has an inverted tunnel "spoon" on its tip that gives the ski superb trail manners and solid steering control under power.

All components for the SLT skis are sold separately, except for runners, which are sold as pairs.
Another SLP product is the Powder Pro Ski. It features a unique multi-level keel design to provide aggressive steering ability with minimal arm effort over a broad range of conditions. The lower keel is the only part of the ski that hits the snow in packed snow conditions. It employs many of the design features present on the SLT ski for easier steering and reduced darting on packed/groomed sled trails.

The upper keel on the Powder Pro helps the lower keel when maneuvering in deep powder or loose snow conditions. The sidewall surface area of the upper keel adds to the surface area of the lower keel to provide better steering and control in these conditions.

The Powder Pro ski also features Compaction Control Technology (CCT) from Powder Control Wings. It directs snow under the ski, then compacts it for better lift. The skis also reduce the tendency for front-end nose dive and help eliminate pushing in the corners, according to SLP.

More info: www.startinglineproducts.com, 208-529-0244.