Can anyone provide feedback on the SBound 88 (not Excursion). I was considering buying new excursion 88s, but just found online a used pair of SBound 88s. I can find very little info online about these. The seller indicates she got them in 2021 from REI. As a new Backcountry skier who will be in fai...

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I am suffering from analysis paralysis here in Central Oregon. I skate ski and have some old 60 mm Alpina touring skis (rarely use!) and want to get some backcountry touring skis. This is a new venture and can’t decide between the 78s or the 88s. At 140lbs before gear/pack, I think I need 179cm. I w...

In the market for either Fischer Traverse 78 or Excursion 88 in good used condition, need 179 cm. I'm in central Oregon, willing to pay for shipping. Thanks!

Thanks for your feedback! I am in the PNW, and turning is a significant consideration. The Fischer Excurssion 88 at 169 cm is at the top if my list. Hoping to find an older year model but may have to buy new.

I am looking at a pair of Alpina Discovery 80 that are 175cm. Online size charts indicate best for <120 lbs. I am 5’4” and 140 lbs. Seller indicated ok for <155 lbs. I am a newer touring skier, but am a decent skate skier and have some alpine experience. I intend to use on gentle backcountry terrain...