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2007 / 2008 Men's Advanced Skis

Advanced skis need to have superior power, speed, and precision, because on such difficult terrain, there's little room for error. Here is a selection of men's advanced skis.

1. Atomic Metron 11 B5

The Atomic Metron 11 B5 has everything that an advanced skier needs – great edge grip, awesome power, and superior versatility. Ski the Metron 11 B5 anywhere and you're sure to have a blast.
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2. Blizzard IQON 8400

Expert skiers know that their skis need an elevated level of performance. The Blizzard IQON 8400 provides this, along with high speeds and control. An 84 mm waist means aggressive carving on groomers but lots of fun and great performance on backcountry runs.

3. Elan Speedwave 14

If you're an expert skier who thrives on speed, you'll appreciate the Elan Speedwave 14. Aimed for on-slope skiing, these provide an unparalleled relationship – great speed and great stability. So, whether you're your long turns or really ripping it up, you can ski at any speed and experience a smooth ride.

4. Head iXRC 1200

"Worldcup Sandwich Construction." "Intelligence Technology." "Liquidmetal." "Railflex Base." Yes, the Head iXRC 1200 is certainly an technological overachiever. But don't let those terms confuse you, because the result is a high-performing ski that's sure to please. If you're one who always looks for a challenge, then this ski is for you.
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5. K2 Apache All-Mountain Recon

The K2 Recon provides unmatched versatility, with excellent performance on all types of snow. Designed for 50% powder use and 50% groomed use, these skis are super-high performance skis for expert skiers.
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6. Nordica Hot Rod Hell Cat

If you need speed and precision – anywhere, anytime – the Nordica Hot Rod Hell Cat won't disappoint. The Hot Rod Hell Cat is a perfected mix of superior sidecuts for aggressive turns on hard packed snow, and wide waists for flotation on softer snow, including powder. So, wherever you are, the Nordica Hot Rod Hell Cat offers speedy edge control and superior grip.
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