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Rockhound
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who finally saved $360...me thats who!

i finally got money for my new ABangs. but i'm still having a dilemma. i know that some people think that a park ski should be long, but is that really the case. i am about 5'6 and 165 pounds. i'm stuck between deciding weather to get the 166s or the 177s. what do you guys think. should i move up or down, and will i be able to butter and play around with longer skis. if it makes any difference i live on the west coast and will only be using these sticks in the park. i have a pair of Volkl bridges for everything else.  please post your opinions! much appreciated +k

Nov 2 2009 12:29AM
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Scrambles
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i would say 166 is fine, im 6''0 and i use 173
Nov 2 2009 1:15AM
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Rockhound
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your karma just went from 0 to 200
Nov 2 2009 1:18AM
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Scrambles
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haha, what the hell? thanks though
Nov 2 2009 1:20AM
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Candy
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166 will be right about as tall as you are, which is a pretty good size. I think the 177 would feel a little big to you.
Nov 2 2009 1:24AM
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Rockhound
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thanks for the input
Nov 2 2009 1:28AM
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GNARBARSTAR
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dude i would go 166 i'm 6 ft 140 lbs and i'm 24 yrs old i always said i wish i was your size way better for center of gravity, and swing weight i wish i stopped growing, fuck.... 166 for sure, its not how big the worm is its how you wiggle it..
Nov 2 2009 3:55AM
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bootleg_BEN
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166 unless you are about to hit your growth spurt in which they may get small fast.
Nov 2 2009 12:04PM
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Rockhound
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bump

Nov 3 2009 12:01AM
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bigwhite.steeze
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consider a different ski, the sizes dont really match up with you. 166 will feel too short and your probly gonna grow so they'll get small quick. 177 could be a little too big but you'll grow into them and personally i like longer skis than shorter ones. i'd try and find somethin 171 or so, if you really want afterbangs, get the 177's..
Nov 3 2009 1:17AM
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Rockhound
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part of the reason i kinda want them is because they are dirt cheap for a good ski. i just saved up enought by raking leaves and i dont really know if it would be very easy to save another 200 bucks for other skis. i could get some 09 anthems but they dont have as much olliband. i also think that the bridges would be too close to the anthems.

sparknotes: if you have a better ski for cheap please tell me
Nov 3 2009 1:20AM
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special_k10101
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if i were you i would try to grab a pair of last years skis for cheap rather than getting brand new a-bangs.

i know you can get all of last year's 9s for $250 in the street team cult, and i've seen some other good deals around. check the evogear outlet too. i think you can find a ski that outperforms the afterbangs for relatively cheap.

good luck though!
Nov 3 2009 1:55AM
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Kev-Kev.
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Anthems are sick if you're looking for a park specific ski. Perfect weight, snappy, and they're so nice on rails.
Nov 3 2009 7:08AM
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SIX
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166 would be good man, don't worry! Ski size is a personal preference, with a shorter ski you'll spin and turn easier than on a longer ski, but on jumps you'll want to have a longer ski when you land. I am 5'9" and i ride 171. Feels just perfect for everything for me. 166 will be fine for you! hope that helps a little.
Nov 3 2009 8:25AM
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Slinger1x1
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im 5'9 and i was on 172's last year
im on 180's now
Nov 3 2009 10:29AM
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icon1234
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he is 165 pounds.... def go with the bigger size.
Nov 3 2009 10:42AM
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Rockhound
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very true...i'm a stocky little fucker but just wait as i beat you down the hill skis can only read weight right not height. you think will that weight i would be able to butter the 177s
Nov 3 2009 3:27PM
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mr_grom
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Get the 166's. I think that would be perfect for you because I am 5'5'' and I am getting 164's.

Nov 3 2009 5:09PM
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mak
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It's really up to your own personal preferance. I'm about 5'9" and weight 145 pounds and I've got 181s (although I'm riding Moment Rockers, so they should feel like they're riding a bit shorter). I like riding a longer ski, so I think thst the'll be a good lenght for me. So the choice is really up to the size that you like to ride.
Nov 3 2009 6:55PM
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Mr_Orange
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Id go shorter since you have other skis for shreddin the whole mountain and these are just for park
Nov 3 2009 7:02PM
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K.C.dia
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If you're set on the Afterbang go 166, but if not, i have a UNUSED pair of Line spirals in 171 from last season for $300. pm me.
Nov 3 2009 7:23PM
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bootleg_BEN
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Go with those. They are sick skis and much better size for you.
Nov 3 2009 7:24PM
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bootleg_BEN
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Actually dont. If you are worried about the width being similar to bridges. Go with 177 a-bangs or another skinnier park ski in 171 to 174. In my opinion though the difference between a 171 and 177 isnt really that much thats only 3cm more on tip and tail, which isnt that much.

If you are growing go with the 177 a-bangs.
Nov 3 2009 7:27PM
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Blurst
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go 177. You need to take in to consideration your weight just as much as your height. You way slightly above average for your height so you will probably grow soon. 166 will end up feeling too small and you will regret it. They will not feel too short especailly if you get them center mounted. Im 5' 9" ish and ride 182 and it does not seem that bad
Nov 3 2009 7:33PM
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Rockhound
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thank you for being so helpful! i think i will get the 177s

three reasons

i am heavy
they will be mounted center
i will probably grow

Nov 3 2009 7:33PM
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bootleg_BEN
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Ya i think you will find them to be good. if you grow then 1/2 through the season the 166 will be getting small.

And i feel that you were saving up your money for a-bangs so the 177 will be sweet. My bro has the 177's and they are sweet.

Also at first the 177 might seem big especially if you are standing next to them but centered they will seem fine when they are on your feet.
Nov 3 2009 8:11PM
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some-skill
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ya go with that.
Nov 3 2009 8:12PM
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Rockhound
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this thread shows the willingness to help in the NS community

thanks everybody!

Nov 3 2009 8:37PM
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Luc.
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good choice.

for the record thats what i would reccomend to. just like you said the ski will feel a lot shorter becasue you are mounting it center(where this ski should be mounted)
Nov 3 2009 8:40PM
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some-skill
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yw man.

Nov 3 2009 8:50PM
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