The Thunderbird R13 has been developed for piste and is characterized by riding pleasure, speed stability and control. The ski is built on Trueblend Piste Woodcore, a core that provides increased precision and stability, more power and performance resulting in calmer and more controlled skiing. High density strings have been built into the core and provide a progressively softer flex in the tip and back end. A construction with titanium layers provides increased impact resistance, increased wear resistance, improved absorption and cushioning. The result is an exciting and stable ski for the piste that can be pushed at high speeds without losing control.
Specifications
– Radius: 13 m (@165 cm)
– Side cut: 121 – 68 – 105 (@165 cm)
– WEIGHT: – grams (@165 cm)
Trueblend Piste Woodcore
In the Trueblend Piste Woodcore, 11 high density integrated strings are built into the core of the ski. It provides three density areas with strong flex under the foot that gradually becomes softer in the tip and rear end. With varying length and placement, the flex of the ski can be controlled very precisely.
Flex is stiffer in the binding area to provide strength and support. Strength and stability are created with denser woods through the center of the ski which also provides edge grip and control. Flex gradually becomes softer towards the tip and rear end, which provides compliant technology and soft release of the force. With the technology, flex can be controlled precisely over the entire ski length to at the same time maintain consistent behavior in all lengths.
Active Armor
Active Armor is a fiber-reinforced plate that is integrated into the ski's structure and provides increased power, flex and damping. It also provides increased strength to the ski. The technology is inspired by T-Drive and Carbon Armour.
Duramax Construction
A construction with titanium layers between the steel edges of the ski, placed just below the top layer to provide maximum durability and unique design. The combination of titanium under the top layer with a 45° chamfer on the upper edge provides increased impact resistance and increased wear resistance. With this placement, titanal also provides improved absorption and cushioning.
Titanal reinforcement
Two layers of titanium along the entire length of the ski give the entire construction increased torsional rigidity and reinforces the mounting surface.
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12.0 TPX
An all-mountain binding aimed at advanced skiers looking for performance, comfort with a practical GripWalk sole. Triple Pivot X toe provides maximum power transfer, upward release and low weight. The TCX Light heel part provides increased comfort and safe, secure riding from the Twin Cam X technology.
Specifications
- Width stopper: 90 mm
– Din/ISO Range: 4.0 – 12.0
– Type of sole: Adult standard Alpine, GripWalk Adult
- Recommended weight: <120 kg
– Height above ski w/o: 18 mm
- Toe System: TPX
- Step-in-heel: TCX
- Heel adjustment: 20mm
- Weight: 970 grams
AFD Gliding Plate Race
The binding is equipped with an AFD plate that provides precise release regardless of dirt, snow and ice. Individual adaptation for the area of use is recommended for optimal functionality.
Intelligent Backward Release
Intelligent Backward Release clearly differentiates between forces arising during a backward fall with twist and forces resulting from the force on the ski edge in cornering. An individually adjustable spring regulates the rearward release and still maintains performance.
Twin Cam X Heel
The development of the Twincam has resulted in higher elasticity during release and an optimized performance curve. The construction has an improved connection between boot and ski for a longer period, even in extremely steep terrain, which ensures safe riding right up to release. It also provides improved power transfer with wider connection of the heel rail (43mm).
Grip walk
The binding is prepared for GripWalk soles. The material in the soles has been developed with a co-polymer and the sole has been given a rocker profile. The convex shape combined with ribbed pattern provides walking comfort and improved grip. Integrated panels of hard rubber provide optimal power transfer and precise release from the binding.