Can anyone make a comparison between the L120 and W112RP (not RPC)? I am guessing the 112 would be more similar to the S7? Reputation has it that the 112 doesn’t handle crust or wind hammered snow as well as it does powder or hardpack. Is the 120 any better in this respect? Or is the main difference that the 120 handles higher speeds better than the 112?
Harpo
Unfortunately none of us have skied both the Wailer 112RP and the Lotus 120, but there are some pretty big differences between the skis.
First and foremost, the 112RP has an 18m turning radius which allows you to carve and make shorter radius turns with ease. The Lotus 120 has a 46m radius, which is not well suited for hardpack.
The Lotus 120 is predictable and stable in funky snow such as sun crust and wind affected mank. But for serious wind scoured hardpack I would much rather be on something narrower and more traditional like the Kastle FX 104 or the Fischer Watea 106.
The Lotus 120 is a more dedicated powder tool. For everyday versatility the 112RP has the advantage.
Has anyone skiied both these and the new 4frnt HOJIs? Sounds like maybe these are a bit more aggressive than the HOJIs, or am I mistaken there?
I absol0000tleee adore my Lotus 120s (200cm) in anything remotely soft. One of the things that fits with my skiing style is the stiff tail which provides a super springboard into the next turn.
But I’m wondering about something just a smidge narrower, like the Skilogik Howitzer. How does the tail stiffness compare?
I know this is old, but do you have any idea of the length of these skis with a straight pull tape?
Cheers
Has there been any refinement/design changes to the Lotus 120 since this review? Just curious to know if any significant changes were made.
-Thanks, Todd
Hi Todd, In the buyers guide from this year I wrote up a summary of my experience on the newest iteration of the Lotus 120 Spoon in Pure3. It’s worth checking out. Also, very soon we’ll have a full review up of the Lotus 124 Spoon in the Alchemist construction. Best, Paul
Ryan, I’m 5’7 180 (ie far.. im working on it!) My longest skis are Spatulas at 186 and OG cochise at 185.
I’ve never skied a 19x since the straight ski days.
How do you think these would work for me as a Spat replacement / compliment on deep days?
Can anyone make a comparison between the L120 and W112RP (not RPC)? I am guessing the 112 would be more similar to the S7? Reputation has it that the 112 doesn’t handle crust or wind hammered snow as well as it does powder or hardpack. Is the 120 any better in this respect? Or is the main difference that the 120 handles higher speeds better than the 112?
Harpo
Unfortunately none of us have skied both the Wailer 112RP and the Lotus 120, but there are some pretty big differences between the skis.
First and foremost, the 112RP has an 18m turning radius which allows you to carve and make shorter radius turns with ease. The Lotus 120 has a 46m radius, which is not well suited for hardpack.
The Lotus 120 is predictable and stable in funky snow such as sun crust and wind affected mank. But for serious wind scoured hardpack I would much rather be on something narrower and more traditional like the Kastle FX 104 or the Fischer Watea 106.
The Lotus 120 is a more dedicated powder tool. For everyday versatility the 112RP has the advantage.
Has anyone skiied both these and the new 4frnt HOJIs? Sounds like maybe these are a bit more aggressive than the HOJIs, or am I mistaken there?
I use the DPS skis for touring and backcountry skiing. You might enjoy the videos I have made mostly using DPS Lotus and the rp 112. In really deep snow the 120 is preferred but I think they both perform well in all conditions.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vSM2xfhaWag
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OsHhZpM38zE
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pStNcBBSPrU
I absol0000tleee adore my Lotus 120s (200cm) in anything remotely soft. One of the things that fits with my skiing style is the stiff tail which provides a super springboard into the next turn.
But I’m wondering about something just a smidge narrower, like the Skilogik Howitzer. How does the tail stiffness compare?
I know this is old, but do you have any idea of the length of these skis with a straight pull tape?
Cheers
Has there been any refinement/design changes to the Lotus 120 since this review? Just curious to know if any significant changes were made.
-Thanks, Todd
Hi Todd, In the buyers guide from this year I wrote up a summary of my experience on the newest iteration of the Lotus 120 Spoon in Pure3. It’s worth checking out. Also, very soon we’ll have a full review up of the Lotus 124 Spoon in the Alchemist construction. Best, Paul
Ryan, I’m 5’7 180 (ie far.. im working on it!) My longest skis are Spatulas at 186 and OG cochise at 185.
I’ve never skied a 19x since the straight ski days.
How do you think these would work for me as a Spat replacement / compliment on deep days?
Strong skier. EC.