Discounts for students on courses with ICE.
ICE are very proud to be affiliated with Dynastar. Dynastar is a legendary French brand that has built its skis around world leading athletes, its history of winning World Cup and Olympic alpine skiing events is hard to rival. The company takes pride in its victories, feats of technology and commitment to manufacturing in France. It is the only company on French soil that now makes skis. Its collaboration with skiing partners and its base in Chamonix allows Dynastar to develop the best products and continue its passion to raise the bar in ski design. All of our coaches use Dynastar skis and love the performance bring. The partnership we have allows our students to benefit from a fantastic pro deal which allows equipment to be bought at discounted prices. Below is a summary of the skis we believe will suit ICE students on our courses.
When buying equipment feel free to contact the ICE coaches before making your purchase, we are always on hand to give advice and steer you in the right direction for your upcoming course.
SPEED Course Master GS
Including SPX 12 Rockerface Hot Red bindings
This is a high performing GS ski which balances pure power with enhanced agility not found in a pure FIS race ski. This race bred feel comes from a full ash wood core and full length titanal reinforcement. The modern, reactive sidecut brings energy and fun when tipped onto the edge and gives this ski the ability to mix it up in all turn shapes. All of the ICE coaches are using these skis for their day to day coaching. We think this is a brilliant choice for strong skiers who are on our Level 3 ISIA or Level 4 ISTD training programmes, it gives the high end performance needed, while being agile enough to deal with different types of turns in varying conditions on the piste. The Master GS could also work well for a skier on our 10 week Level 1/2 programme, as long as they ski to a very high level pre-course, and have perhaps had a bit of race experience.
SPEED Omeglass Master SL
Including SPX 12 Rockerface Hot Red bindings
This is essentially the same construction as the Master GS ski but comes in a much more radical sidecut to smash out smaller arcs on hard, icy conditions. It’s an amazing ski, with incredible energy and grip. It is the most exciting ski to try out of our selection, but is very focused on those shorter arcs. If you are on our Level 3 ISIA or Level 4 ISTD courses and have the budget for a SL and a GS, go for it! Otherwise we would recommend the Master GS as a good all round choice for ultimate piste performance.
SPEED 963
Including SPX 12 Konect GW B80 bindings
Advanced and expert skiers will appreciate the 963’s race inspired feel and powerful edge while carving the piste. Compared to the ‘Masters’ series, the 963’s have a lighter, hybrid wood core which makes it much easier to access high grip and performance. They have a tighter turn radius which makes them suitable for all turn shapes and are perfect for the full breadth of training on the piste. We highly recommend the 963's as the ski of choice for good skiers who are booked on our 10 week, 5 week, or 6 week training courses.
SPEED 763
Including SPX 12 Konect bindings
The 763's offer up a more accessible, lighter feeling than the 963's. It has a lighter core which uses a ‘Hybrid’ mix of PU and Polar wood. This ski will still perform well on the piste and will feel very comfortable in all turn shapes, it is a great ski for skiers who want a ski that will perform well on our courses, but want something that will be easy to use, and can stay within a tighter budget.
M Pro 90
Including NX 12 GX B90 bindings
Designed for those that see the mountain differently. A blend of powerful precision and all terrain versatility, the all new M-Pro range is purpose built for attacking the slopes in any snow conditions. This is a ski which is definitely focused on deeper conditions and would suit skiers on our 4 week all-terrain course, or for skiers who would prefer a ski which is more suited to off piste. Although it is amazing to use in powder, the ski will be more of a compromise on the hard pack piste and is less suitable for prolonged training for this reason.
WOMEN'S SPECIFIC SKIS
When women's specific skis first appeared on the market, they were often defined more by their graphics than their performance, with floral top sheets and limited design innovation. Thankfully, those days are long gone. Today's women's skis incorporate the same cutting edge technology found across the industry's top performing models and are available in a huge range of styles, from piste and all mountain to freeride and touring.
Women's skis are typically designed around average differences in body proportions and centre of mass. They often offer a wider selection of shorter lengths, may use lighter construction materials to reduce overall weight, and frequently feature a slightly more forward binding position to complement these design considerations. However, these are general design principles rather than rules. Many strong and aggressive skiers are equally at home on women's specific skis or unisex models, and the best choice will always depend on your skiing style, ability, and personal preference rather than gender alone.
E-LITE 9
Including SPX 12 Konect B80 bindings
The E-Lite 9 prioritises stability and control at speed, so you can carve, steer and play around the mountain. The full length power transfer of the V-Tech design transfers power throughout the ski for maximum control through every turn. A Hybrid poplar wood core with PU gives a smooth ride and allows you to focus on making great turns. For any girls on our course, we believe this is the go to women’s specific ski for our 10 week, 5 week and 6 week Level 1/2 courses. It is the perfect balance of great performance and ease of use.
