Kirk Thompson Pro 101cm

Rider Reviews

From about 8:30am till 12pm, did about 14 runs on the KTPs. Conditions were great, groomed but not iced, powder spots all over the place, etc... How did the KTPs react?

The KTPs reacted very very well. They turned very quickly similar to my old MNPs and to the BWPs, but with the added width, you can plow through powder spots without missing a beat. On the MNPs, when you hit a big powder spot, the skiboards would lift you up slightly, or even get caught, with the KTPs, they ran right through them. As someone who tends to gain as much speed as I can, the KTPs do show signs of chatter when making a fast turn, but they grip and hold onto edge without a problem. The added width also made them faster, on flats skating with them wasn't a problem. For anyone that uses 98s who feel that going up to 105s or 110s would be too much but want something that is more "all terrain", I would definitely recommend getting the KTPs. You won't lose the turning quickness of 98s, but have the added width and stability of a wider skiboard. Extremely nimble. These are slightly stiffer than the BWPs, but there is enough flex to be forgiving for those who prefer a medium-flex for their skiboards. I'm not a park rider, but I'm sure the added width is perfect for park riders doing rails, boxes, jumps, etc...

Had a chance the other day to try out some things including a brand new pair of KTP's and thought I'd pass along some comments.

These really are a hoot. I'm not a park rider, but at our modest local midwest resort, the lift lines are often long and the runs are short. It's not Colorado but it's better than watching reruns of "Mannix" on TV. To get the most enjoyment in these conditions, I like to maximize "dwell time" on these mini-runs by goofing around, stopping, starting, spinning, playing around switch, etc. I thought the KTP's might just be the ticket.

The first thing I found interesting about these was how easy it was to, while barely moving, stand flat and spin or move any direction with just a slight weight shift and subtle edge pressure. It's easy to see how, with some practice, these could be made to do almost anything. With some more speed and slope, tight arcs were super-easy and suprisingly stable. I thought the width might be a problem for skating but it wasn't difficult at all. Ice hold here is always an issue here, but this wasn't a problem. Like all skiboards and especially with this kind of width, it's critical to always stay on an edge.

My snowboarder-nephew is always challenging me to "races". I generally ride longboard-type skiboards and always beat him. If I ever lost there would be shame and humiliation involved. I won the first of these races on the KTP's, but just barely. Subsequently I took him by bigger margins as I learned to ride these on the correct edge angle. I can see where there is the big upside to these for advanced riders. It's too bad there's nothing but ice here, I would have liked to try out the extra setback inserts

Once, when we got on the lift, the attendant hollered something at me using terms I didn't understand. I didn't know how to take it. My young nephew informed me, however, that it was a compliment in "skater-talk". I don't remember the exact phrase that fellow used, but several folks were complimentary and inquired about the KTP's. There was another guy at the resort that day with a brand new pair of Revolt chickens with Spruce Risers, he seemed to really like them...we're trending up!

These won't replace my 120's for general cruising on Colorado trips, but for a change of pace or just having pure-d fun these are a blast. Thanks, Greco and Kirk, for coming up with a really neat 'board!

The Revel8 KTP’s are super fun boards that are way maneuverable. These things skate like a dream and are very stable for a shorter board. That makes them a total gas on groomers. They hold an edge excellently on ice. Nice stiff construction. They work in set back position in pow pretty well, although I prefer the longer boards for that.

I am 5'4" and 145Lbs female and rode these 'o8 KTP's with the pink/red Zero bindings and have heard a lot of people say they seem to wide, well they have not rode them; The KTP just might be the best all mountain skiboard I have rode, and I have rode the Revolt.

Solid, fast, yes some chatter, carve nicely, handle powder, handle grooms or non groomed runs, bombing down hills was great, and handled hard pack... I didn't have any ice anywhere to try, but they will be fine in it.

Not too wide at all! That is a misconception.

A great board, don't let the width steer you away from one of the best R8 skiboards made!