Carradan Copperhead – US$12,000

Each Carradan ski offers a unique “one-ski” solution, designed to provide the ultimate performance and comfort no matter where your day of skiing takes you. Floating through powder? Cruising on a groomer? Carving on double blacks? Whatever the conditions, wherever you go, Carradan skis function as an extension of your own being. 

Our superior skis are one-of-a-kind—individually handcrafted and electronically numbered just for you. Carradan Skis feature two models: the Copperhead, the ultimate “one-ski” solution, and the twin-tipped Mamba, the next step for those seeking a more extreme skiing experience.

In addition, each Carradan ski is designed to minimize the total impact on a  skier's body. In real terms, this means that the ski absorbs much of the stress from your lower body, resulting in a skier's ability to ski harder and longer without stopping to rest those burning leg muscles.

Once you have selected your Carradan Ski model you should consider adding the Martin Bell Experience, a personalized orientation of your new Carradan skis by Olympian Martin Bell (see below for more information on this unique service).
 

The Copperhead skillfully takes on any condition, from riding powder to carving down a fast groomed run. With a medium flex and 88 mm waist, the Copperhead is the ultimate in everyday, everywhere ski. The Copperhead's proprietary Carradan core provides an exceptional balanced flex pattern. Add the Copperhead's versatile shape and you have a smooth yet dynamic ride on any mountain. SPECIFICATIONS Length Tip Waist Tail 167 120 88 110 176 120 88 110 FEATURES Carradan FLEX:2TM Core — The core is a carefully constructed micro-fiber laminate composed chiefly of Ash, Bamboo and Okume, certified to show zero defects and air pockets. The low density woods provide exceptional crush resistance as well as longitudinal and transversal dampening characteristics. This core gives the ski its surprising adaptability at both low and high speeds. Reinforcement — The composite fiber layers on the top and bottom ensure the cohesion of the ski and allows for fine tuning of the ski behavior on the slope. In  each Carradan ski, the fiber structures have been designed with an emphasis on the orientation of the threads, their weight in the wrap and as well as their angle. The special blend of carbon and elastomers creates a unique torsional effect which adds strength while simultaneously lightening the weight of the overall ski construction. This is currently the most expensive form of this type of weave in the world of ski construction and is considered prohibitively expensive for most manufacturers. Sidewalls — High quality sidewalls with a crush weight among the highest of industry products available. Coupled with a smooth and professional finish that adds stability and torsional rigidity, the design retains the elegant look of the skis. Base— The Ptex 4000 or graphite bases used in our skis guarantee speed and stability. A competitive edge made of Rockwell 48 level channeling ensures a dominant hold along the running surface and is wrapped 360 degrees around the ski, after being specially treated with a new patent pending process which lengthens the life and increases the overall durability and rust resistance of the edge. No ski in the world has this special treatment except  a Carradan ski. Topsheet — High quality topsheet with a nylon weave ensuring protection from everyday scuffs and cuts. The beautiful design is sublimated into the materials and the artwork enjoys a more enduring canvas.  Carradan CRYO:2TM  - All Carradan skis include our proprietary CRYO:2 cryogenically treated steel edges that increase tensile strength, toughness and stability.  Tips — High impact reinforced tip construction.  Security — Embedded in the ski is a tamperproof  GEN 2 RFID tag with an electronic serial number that uniquely identifies each Carradan ski.  Hard Ski Travel Case — included with each pair of Carradan skis is an airline approved hard plastic lockable ski case.  Lifetime Warranty — Carradan Skis ski products are warranted by Carradan Skis to be free of defects in workmanship and materials for the lifetime of the skis; click here for full warranty information.

The Martin Bell Experience – US$3,000 plus travel expenses.

Not only does Carradan Skis provide the finest skis in the world, but they can be delivered to you by world-famous Olympic skier Martin Bell. This four-time Olympic competitor—the most successful British skier of all time—is now a sought-after skiing coach. And as an expert skier, Martin acts as Technical Director in the development of all Carradan ski models.

After flying in to hand deliver your new Carradan skis, Martin will spend one day on the slopes with you, providing a private introduction to your Carradan skis. Regardless of whether you are a beginner, intermediate or expert skier, Martin is an experienced instructor who will guide you to ensure you get the most from your Carradan skis. 

Carradan Skis highly recommends the Martin Bell Experience and you can choose this unique service during the order process. Additional coaching days with Martin (combined with the one day Carradan Ski orientation) for up to four skiers are available, priced at $2,500 per day plus expenses.

About Martin Bell

From 1984 to 1994, Martin competed in four Winter Olympics, earning an eighth place finish in the Calgary games—the best result for a British male skier in Olympic history. He also experienced huge success in his five World Championship appearances and in the World Cup circuit, where he made a Top 10 showing six times. Martin holds four British Championship overall titles. Now retired from competition, Martin is still very active in the ski community as a leading coach, clinician, television commentator and writer.

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