skidad62
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Board has shipped out
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SOLD
The Proteus is on it’s way to FlyerZ
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On 4/8/2019 at 8:50 PM, FLYERZ said:
Hi SkiDad,
If it's still available, I'm interested. How can I reach you direct (I'm kinda new to this site).
Thanks,
Eric
Hi Eric - just back home from riding - sent you a private message
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Bump with end of season price drop...
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PM's replied to
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11 hours ago, slapos said:
what sort of angles are you running on that board?
With my 29.5 mondos... I had to run 74/70* :0
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I live in Canada’s snowiest city... want some for your yard? Lol
I did Phoenix for Christmas - loved it!
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12 hours ago, sonwcat said:
@skidad62, saw your posting. Proteus 175 was on my list first, but 2 things I don't like about it are 12m SCR (may be too tight vs 14m it's supposed to replace) and straight cut tail. Weight range not specified which adds more ambiguity.
Curious how single-SCR Metal FC would compare, as it's closer to what I wanted shape-wise.
Anyway, customizing either of them would be over 1200 and few weeks delivered. Which I wouldn't mind if I didn't see that WCRM 177 with presumably right specs and similar composition, already in stock.
The 12M on the Proteus 175 makes for a nice right finished turn when desired - but due to length and stiffness (and pop) of the board it handles longer turns with ease.
I've not noticed any downsides to the square tail - never feels like it hooks for me.
Weight range is very broad - Jack Michaud the original owner of my Proteus 175 was about 185 lbs or so... I'm over 200. Both managed the Proteus with ease.
Mine is on for $450 if you decide you want a back up board!
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Bump...
may decide to keep this for the season...
hit me up if you're interested though
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6 hours ago, Jonny said:
I think you’re describing a stock Donek Proteus 175 - constant radius, plenty of pop at your weight, titanal dampness and it LOVES to finish the turn which offers more speed control than a gs design. Sean can certainly customize it but stock specs should be very close. I ride the 180 but I’m 105kg.
Sounds like he made his choice and ordered a Prior... but I’m with you - the OP description of ‘wants’ lines up with the Proteus 175.
I’ve got one for sale in the classifieds - missed this thread until today lol.
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Price drop to $450 USD - this needs a new home
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On 2/16/2019 at 12:57 AM, AgassizSkidder said:
Still looking for three degree cants. I have a few sixes and zeros to trade.
Lemme check at home. I think I have at least one 3*
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This Proteus has great dampness and edge hold in firm conditions... we’re on the East Coast and very familiar with hard pack
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On 2/8/2019 at 8:39 PM, blahblah said:
Beautiful board and I may be interested. This season, I’ve finally been hitting the mtn on a regular basis and need to get more serious about my gear. I just picked up some Deeluxe boots and BTS bindings, but haven’t yet upgraded my vintage Burton Asym. I’ve definitely maxed out the ability of the board and while it’s still fun, I am ready to start improving again. I have an aggressive riding style and like to make short snappy turns and lay down the euro when conditions are prime. The Asym board is almost entirely incapable of making big fast turns in nearly any condition and I fee this is what I’m craving. I was checking out the Donek Freecarve as a fun all around carving board, but I’m intrigued about your Proteus. I’m 6’2, 175 and wear 28.5 mondo. My local Mtn is Sun Valley, so we have wide open, steep slopes as well as fun narrow bowl groomers. Most winters, our snow is pretty firm—not icy, but very dense boilerplate machine groomed. Does this bird have enough dampness to hold an edge in hard conditions? Also, does the board require a ton of speed to carve? Sorry for the long response, in this sport there are few opportunities to try out gear before purchasing . Cheers
The Proteus is great on hardpack and mixed conditions. Fantastic edge hold.
Has a great predictable nature with the single 12 M side cut radius.
Does not need big speed to carve but will handle the steeps and speed with ease. Lots of pop and energy in the board. I have 29.5 mondo boots and had no issues with the generous 20.0mm waist width.
It lays down a great carve
will post up a couple of pics shortly
17 hours ago, barryj said:Hey Ski Daddy
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What rider weight range is the 175 made for? How would you differentiate the ride to your K168?
Not set for a specific weight range Jack who ordered it was about 185 I believe... I’m more than that and it has great dampness and energy at the same time
The Proteus has a nice predictable turn radius with the single side cut. Lots of pop and energy in both.
The Kessler has the Clothoid sidecut with the variable nature - still figuring it out.
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23 minutes ago, trailertrash said:
There's pretty high confidence it's going to suck this weekend.
But the early week...
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10 minutes ago, dhamann said:
Kessler mornings. Jib softies afternoons. My ankles need a break. Geez... us. Saturday is gonna be tough.
@skidad62 I think that was from last weekend.
could be .... was posted on IG this morning.
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I see Jack was out today...
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Donek Proteus 175. 20cm waist, 12 m sidecut.
Has probably 50-60 days on it in total - used part of the 2015 season by Jack Michaud then I borrowed it - fell in love with it and never gave it back
. Was my primary board in 2016 & 2018, but it sat out the whole 2017 year with me due to an achilles rupture.
I love the Proteus - it has great edge hold and energy transfer - love how well it finishes its turns. Only selling it as I'm reducing the quiver as I've added a Kessler 168.
Well maintained, and in good shape - a few marks on the top sheet - largest one shown in one of the pics. Only cosmetic in nature not structural. I've never had the base ground. 1*-base , 2*-side bevels.
This board retails for $1175. Donek Website - Proteus
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Here was Jack's summary of the board from another thread.... "The Proteus 175 was a great balance of lively and damp, definitely an energetic board. The 12m single radius sidecut (actually parabolic) was turny and liked to finish turns."
Here's the board description from the Donek website -
"Mind-blowing edge hold with an explosive pop!
A metal board that rides like an old glass board, but rides like a metal board. The Proteus is changing people’s opinion of what a metal board is. We have incorporated our expertise in glass and metal constructions to provide the best of both worlds in a single board. Riders have asked for it and we have delivered.
The Proteus is a carving machine designed for the expert rider who likes a board that gives back everything you give it. If you like a turn that ends with an explosion of energy launching you through the air and into the next, this is one is for you. We have incorporated the latest in metal construction and shaping with a fixed radius sidecut to give you exactly what you have been dreaming of."
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Kessler 168 - love love love it!
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MK is packaged up and on its way to DudeDude in NY.
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Donek MK still up for grabs.
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SOLD. On it's way to WI tomorrow.
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9 hours ago, pmorita said:
This is still here?
Interested in a low ball offer in USD to ship to NY the next time you are in Maine?
not sure about lowball - but you can pm me an offer.
on my way to Sugarloaf in the morning... pm me if anyone is interested in quick shipping or if you’re in Maine and want to see it.
Donek Proteus 175 - SOLD
in For Sale
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Hey Eric - always great to hear! You're gonna love it - awesome board. Enjoy!