One of the standouts when you first look at this ski is the funky tips.
As with the other Moments I have tested, the edges were extremely sharp out of the package.
If those are high on your priority list these skis most likely aren’t for you.
That said you may want to keep reading if you are looking to deviate from your standard ski choices.
The construction of this ski is pretty standard, a full sidewall with a tiny bit of semi-cap construction.
This is done to prevent the top sheet from chipping as much, and to reduce weight slighty.
Erica: Like Dylan, I love how well the Meridians ski groomers.
Steeps:
E: The Meridians slay all over the mountain.
Overall the Meridian is about average for its waist width in terms of float.
I did experience one tip dive to front tomahawk in really deep snow.
I didnt notice any catching and the tips had plenty of heft and stiffness to explode anything relatively soft.
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E: Echoing what Dylan said here!
Nothing has caused a gash all the way to the core that would require ptex or a base weld.
The Devs have a more pronounced rocker profile and even less taper than the meridians do.
The Meridians are more jib-friendly, float a little better, and have a bigger sweet spot.
I now have a pair of 2012 models in a 186 that I dont think I will ever sell.
The Sickles rocker profile is flatter than the Meridians, but it is slightly wider at 111mm underfoot.
Meridian 107 181cm vs. Wildcat 101 184cm:
Unlike the other comparison skis, the Wildcat has camber.
It features two sheets of metal and the full rocker makes it a much looser ski.
The Meridian takes the upper hand on groomers where the slightly tighter turn radius feels more lively.
Conclusion:
If I had to describe the Meridian in one word it would be nimble.
