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drwclrk
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I'm 5'11", 140 - 150 lbs, and looking at a pair of 179 Chronic Blends. I ski hard in the east. Am I too small? Will I be able to get the full power out of them? Let me know what you think...

Thanks
Jun 11 2007 9:34PM
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invaderskier36
Posts: 6192 - Karma: 41
you are fine and good choice i love mine so much
Jun 11 2007 9:35PM
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1111111111111111
Posts: 1207 - Karma: 38

i think you should buy JkSl's pair without even thinking about it

Jun 11 2007 9:39PM
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poofartpee
Posts: 7436 - Karma: 1,538
nope ur fine
Jun 11 2007 9:41PM
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Huckasorass
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Almost, you should get up to 6-6'1" that would be perfect if you ride the east
Jun 11 2007 10:15PM
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drwclrk
Posts: 1114 - Karma: 719
its what im doing...except thinking about it
Jun 11 2007 10:21PM
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drwclrk
Posts: 1114 - Karma: 719
where should i mount them? with this particular pair id ski 70% all mountain and 30% park.
Jun 11 2007 10:47PM
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Ryanvdonk
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recommended is at 8.5cm back from center, i'd say go about 3-5 back from center if you're riding mostly all mountain, depending on how much you enjoy skiing switch.
Jun 11 2007 11:37PM
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bemmis
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would it not be a good compromise at -4cm from true center?
Jun 11 2007 11:40PM
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invaderskier36
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i went back 2.5 and it was prime
Jun 11 2007 11:46PM
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Ryanvdonk
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i gave the range cause people have preferences. 3 being pretty far forward for someone who loves his switch but can still has all mountain ability, and 5 being a good all mountain place that's still decent in the park. also, if you want to rip the pow (foreward that is) farther back is better for float.
Jun 11 2007 11:46PM
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Kev
Posts: 7411 - Karma: 35
im 6ft 165lbs and i went the same 2.5 cm back from center,

hella dope skis.

Jun 11 2007 11:54PM
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FUUUCK
Posts: 18426 - Karma: 4,888
youre a little small, but these skis are mad light.

youll absolutely love them i swear
Jun 12 2007 12:11AM
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drwclrk
Posts: 1114 - Karma: 719
thanks for the help i really appreciate it
Jun 12 2007 9:31AM
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Tha_Grouch
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I might be looking to sell mine if the price is right. 179s w/ 4frnt 412's mounted +5.5-6cm from rec. Skied ~6 days.

PM me if you're interested.
Jun 23 2007 2:36AM
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