[Deschodt]

I've returned to skiing after 15y or so and the new tech was something else ;-)

The boots (which I bought) were custom fitted and the most *un*comfortable thing I've ever worn, $700 later. Rentals felt like slippers next to those spanish inquisition POS. I've had 3 custom fittings to where they are now "tolerable" for a few hours, but still no great... I'm very disappointed.

The skis are now wider, hourglass shaped and shorter.. In my experience that's awesome for quick turns, but if you liked Giant slalom style skiing, speed and long fast turns, they suck, and you need to make sure you buy way longer skis than they recommend for the average Joe. I demoed a bunch and settled on some VOLKL Mantra in 185cm that felt pretty good, hold a fast turn and don't chatter at speed. But I'm still PO'ed about my boots (nordica?), I get blisters on my calves and still lose all feeling in my toes after 3hours.... for pete's sake! Makes sure you get comfy boots... I tried 10 pairs of skis so far and I highly recommend those Volkl if you like speed...
Not that I don't approve of Dynastar, they were the best back in my day.. I'll try those next time..