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Madshus Lillehammer MGV+ Skis with NIS

Madshus Lillehammer MGV+ Skis with NIS

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The reasonably-priced, high-quality Madshus Lillehammer MGV+ skis are fun for days of fast track skiing and occasional forays into ungroomed terrain.

  • Torsion cap construction features a fiberglass wrap that surrounds the entire laminated wood core
  • Ski flex is progressively tapered towards the tip and the tail, allowing the ski to bend for easy turning
  • Multigrip Vario+ (MGV+) wax-free base features a positive waxless pattern with variable depth, spacing and angles
  • MGV+ pattern is most aggressive under foot and then tapers toward the front and back for smooth, natural glide
  • 62mm tip, 48mm waist and 50mm tail create ample sidecut for turning on trails
  • Madshus base grind provides excellent glide in all conditions
  • Comes with premounted NIS binding plates; NIS bindings are sold separately
  • NIS bindings fit boots with NNN racing/touring soles; bindings do not accommodate NNN BC soles

Sizing charts are a general guideline designed for the average skier. When selecting a size, please keep in mind that there could be additional factors that can affect which size would best suit your needs. If you have any additional questions or concerns regarding ski sizing, please contact us at 1-800-426-4840.

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Madshus Lillehammer MGV+ Skis with NIS Specs
Specification
180 CM185 CM190 CM195 CM200 CM205 CM
Ski design
Classic Classic Classic Classic Classic Classic
Ski touring Ski touring Ski touring Ski touring Ski touring Ski touring
XC Groomed trails XC Groomed trails XC Groomed trails XC Groomed trails XC Groomed trails XC Groomed trails
52/48/50 52/48/50 52/48/50 52/48/50 52/48/50 52/48/50
(190cm) 1,400 grams(190cm) 1,400 grams(190cm) 1,400 grams(190cm) 1,400 grams(190cm) 1,400 grams(190cm) 1,400 grams
XC Double camber XC Double camber XC Double camber XC Double camber XC Double camber XC Double camber
No No No No No No
None None None None None None
Cap Cap Cap Cap Cap Cap
Wood Wood Wood Wood Wood Wood
Waxless Waxless Waxless Waxless Waxless Waxless
80 - 120 pounds100 - 125 pounds115 - 140 pounds135 - 160 pounds155 - 180 pounds170+ pounds
Unisex Unisex Unisex Unisex Unisex Unisex
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Madshus Lillehammer MGV+ Skis with NIS Customer Reviews

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Madshus Lillehammer MGV Skis with NIS
 
4.0

(based on 4 reviews)

100%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

  • Stable (3)
  • Turns easily (3)

Cons

    Best Uses

    • Groomed trails (4)

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    Feb

    26

    2010

    (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

     
    4.0

    a very nice ski for the money

    By mrw

    from Yardley,Pa

    About Me Beginner

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    Pros

    • Lightweight
    • Stable
    • Turns Easily

    Cons

      Best Uses

      • Backcountry Touring
      • Groomed Trails

      Comments about Madshus Lillehammer MGV Skis with NIS:

      I bought a pair of these for myself and my wife. We are primarily alpine skiers but wanted nordic gear to tour local parks. We have had a great winter breaking trail and even using them through our neighborhood when the snow is deep enough. We paired them with Alpina nnn bc auto bindings and Alpina 1550 BC boots, all purchased through REI. If you are looking for a do everything ski, these go anywhere. If they were available with metal edges, they would be the perfect ski for my needs. As they are, they come really close and have provided many hours and many miles of enjoyment for my wife and I.

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      Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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      Dec

      17

      2010

       
      4.0

      Best for groomed

      By telegeezer

      from Chico, CA

      About Me Advanced

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      Pros

      • Glide Well
      • Lightweight

      Cons

      • Don’t' Float Well

      Best Uses

      • Groomed Trails

      Comments about Madshus Lillehammer MGV Skis with NIS:

      Great for groomed tracks. These are narrow skis, so don't float well in untracked snow. Good grip for a double cambered ski. These don't turn as well as wider skis with more sidecut. Skate turns work best. Great for covering a lot of miles on gentle/flat terrain. There are better skis for exploring the untracked. Good kick and glide for a modest price.

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      Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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      Mar

      4

      2010

       
      5.0

      Great for Casual Tourer

      By billhills

      from Northern Virginia

      About Me Intermediate

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      Pros

      • Stable
      • Turns Easily

      Cons

        Best Uses

        • Day tours
        • Groomed Trails

        Comments about Madshus Lillehammer MGV Skis with NIS:

        Excellent value for the casual user. I ski in the mid-Atlantic states and the MGV base is excellent for our changeable, refrozen snow. If you get out 5-6 times a winter in local parks, golf courses, and touring centers, this is your ski. I apply liquid glide wax but (shhh) it's not mandatory. Fun ski.

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        Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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        Jan

        23

        2010

         
        3.0

        Good Starter Ski

        By DuncaninBend

        from Bend, Oregon

        About Me Intermediate

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        Pros

        • Good Grip
        • Stable
        • Turns Easily

        Cons

        • Lacks Glide

        Best Uses

        • Day Touring
        • Groomed Trails

        Comments about Madshus Lillehammer MGV Skis with NIS:

        I've had these skis for about a year and have used them for both winter and spring skiing. I bought them for day touring, for which they perform well. They are a beginner ski - lots of grip but at the expense of glide. From what I understand, the base is not sintered, so wax doesn't hold well. If you are willing to wax after every outing (and you're supposed to, although I'm sure a lot of people don't) they'll work fine. Overall I'm satisfied with them, although like most things, you get what you pay for. If I were asked, I would recommend paying a bit more and stepping up a level in quality. I have other Madshus skis and am very happy with them.

        Service and delivery comments:

        I ordered these skis, which were delivered to the local REI. Service, as always, was top notch.

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