Pilot 6.9

[yamahatd]

Looking to see if anyone has run pilot 6.9s. I am running 5.7 and will need to replace them next season. I love the control on hard pack trails but not in loose or off trail. I don't want to loose any on trail performance but would like some better lose/off trail performance. Pilots are inexpensive and carbides are readily available.

As always I welcome all comments and suggestions.

 

[APEX 06]

The 6.9s will push in the loose snow but are better off trail

 

[IA Rider]

I changed from 5.7 to 6.9 pilots a couple of seasons ago. I did not notice any difference on trail but float better off trail. Cost effective and easy to find carbides sold me also.

 

[yamahatd]

the 5.7s push in the loose snow now so any off trail improvement would be welcome. Thank you for the replys.

 

[Grimm]

If you got the cash to spend on new skis, I say forget the 6.9s and try something else. I tried them on my Nytro and wasn't impressed with their turning ability nor flotation in deep snow... packed trails, only so so handling.

Go with C&As, or Slydogs...all are better in deep snow and packed trails than the Pilots...I've tested. I hear Simmons, Triple Threats, Powderpros, and Curves handle better too.

I'm trying out Triple Threats this year.