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180's for 5'10 skiier?

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rossiscratch21
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is this gonna give me issues or is it something that i can just get used to. I was riding 169's last year


thanks
Nov 4 2009 10:20PM
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Ben.
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what ski? and how much do you weigh? and where will you mount them? and whats your skier type?
Nov 4 2009 10:21PM
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Slinger1x1
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im like 5'9, maybe 5'10 and i just got 180's
they are twin tips, so that means they are a little shorter. and they are also a little bit rockeres (tip and tail) so that means they are even shorter.
I used to ski a 172, now this ski should ski something like that, except with that added length for stability and what not
Nov 4 2009 10:29PM
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Triple_Strum
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Ski length should be based on weight, not height.  So, if you gained a few pounds, then yes you should get longer skis.  Ultimately will you be able to handle 180s? Yep.  It will just take a little getting used to.

Nov 4 2009 11:10PM
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BWalmer
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weight, skier type, and ski are also factors, but for the most part you'll be able to get used to it after a couple of runs.
Nov 4 2009 11:17PM
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Slinger1x1
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well height and weight usually go hand in hand. unless your that kid who's 6'4 150.
but it also has to do with strength. if you have the strength to turn a longer ski, and your short and light, then you can handle a longer ski

basically is what kind of skiing you do, and what your body type is, and your height and weight

when i fit kids for season leases at my shop, and they are in between sizes, i usually base it on how long they've been skiing and if their a little wimpy kid or if they are stronger (for their age)

Nov 4 2009 11:18PM
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rossiscratch21
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I picked up some butterlicous. Im getting close to 170 for weight. I have been working out a lot since school started so I guess I should be fine. Just thought that maybe someone else might of had a problem with the length. I jib most of the time but this year im gonna work a lot on jumping. Thanks for the info guys
Nov 5 2009 12:22AM
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Rockhound
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it all depends on your skiing type/weight

i'm riding centermounted ABangs in 177 even though i'm ony 5'7(dont worry i'm heavy)

you will be fine riding 180s though imo
Nov 5 2009 12:26AM
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Ben.
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yeah youll be FINE on em. especially since you will most likely mount close to center. go for it.
Nov 5 2009 1:16AM
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Mr_Orange
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dude your defenetly gona be fine I'm 5'9 ride 182? czars round 182 anyways
Nov 5 2009 1:46AM
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dbstar
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im 5'9 and ride 189 seths, just got 176 suspects, you will be fine, and wont seem like a dirty park rat
Nov 5 2009 8:18AM
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Abc567def
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damn your guys skis are LRG, im 6'3-6'4 195 and riding a 178 anthem
Nov 5 2009 11:27AM
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Klick_2_klaim
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Im 510, i have 181's... and 85's. you'll be fine.
Nov 5 2009 11:33AM
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CTD
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im your size and pretty much wont ski anything under 180. youll find the length to be a good thing. more speed, stability, edge grip, pop, etc. a tad more swing weight, but that doesnt take too long to get used to. youll like um.
Nov 5 2009 11:41AM
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rossiscratch21
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fuck yeah let the skiing begin...keystone this tomorow??
Nov 5 2009 4:08PM
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mvele
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169's sounds small for you....you'll be fine with 180's. im same size and have only used 180+
Nov 5 2009 7:55PM
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