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shorter or longer?

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lip_glossed
Posts: 20 - Karma: 9
i went to this ski shop a few months back to look for some new skis, and before i rode 150s, and i told the guy i wanted more shape, and he said i should drop down to 140s, but is this necessary? i thought it was the other way around, as in longer is better? well im only 5'1', and i know height isnt the only factor, but should i go with something longer or shorter?
Apr 16 2004 9:31PM
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Barmski
Posts: 4342 - Karma: 811
always go longer.
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Apr 16 2004 10:05PM
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SaraJ
Posts: 366 - Karma: 52
Definately don't go down to a 140. People here will tell you to get 170s, but it'd be good to stick in the 150-165 range depending on if you like a longer or shorter ski.

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Apr 16 2004 10:28PM
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linx1983
Posts: 126 - Karma: 10
im long as hell but ride 163.a mistake though
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Apr 17 2004 2:29AM
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rossipowderhound
Posts: 759 - Karma: 10
Yeah i'm about to convert was riding 168cm now moving up to 177cm. Not sure what it will be like, but I will be most likley have more speed and stability, but spinning would take longer to get use to

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Apr 17 2004 5:35AM
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depierre
Posts: 1087 - Karma: 6
im 5'3 and on 169's...
Apr 17 2004 9:08AM
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freezeskier540
Posts: 1068 - Karma: 10
wow thats a long ski for u, im 5'11 and on a 165



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Apr 17 2004 9:09AM
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D-40
Posts: 6050 - Karma: 100
i would go somewhere between a 155-165. i think 150 is too short but its all personal preference. you shouldnt really listen to anybdoy on here telling you what size to get because they dont know how you ride and what kind of riding you do. you should just try some out if you live out west.
Apr 17 2004 9:54AM
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Jib_This
Posts: 8272 - Karma: 9
depends on a lot. Weight, height, how aggresively you ski, etc. line1260line was doing pretty well with his 155-165. I'd split the difference and say 160, but try to demo some stuff.




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Apr 17 2004 3:16PM
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depierre
Posts: 1087 - Karma: 6
its actually not that long for me...I can control it easily..I could rpolly go a little shorter though
Apr 17 2004 3:24PM
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goodguysfriend
Posts: 572 - Karma: 10
go for a ski about your height, but not taller than you unless your going to grow
Apr 17 2004 3:43PM
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DirtyMick
Posts: 1496 - Karma: 21
longer is better... Plake can't be wrong.
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Apr 17 2004 3:51PM
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depierre
Posts: 1087 - Karma: 6
longer isnt better..its a personal preference
Apr 17 2004 5:41PM
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theBOSS.
Posts: 4705 - Karma: 496
Im like 5'6 and have 170's, but when I bought them I was prolly 5'4

I think next year Im going for 180's or so
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Apr 17 2004 9:20PM
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TwinTipRider
Posts: 1398 - Karma: 10
go longer man all the pro's do it and it makes for a smother ride ..cinda like riding a caty
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Apr 18 2004 5:25PM
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freezeskier540
Posts: 1068 - Karma: 10
i have no idea



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Apr 18 2004 5:27PM
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linepunk
Posts: 465 - Karma: 12
210's will be perfect
Apr 18 2004 10:06PM
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mg.
Posts: 752 - Karma: 74
yea.. i want to try sliding some rail on 200 +
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Apr 18 2004 10:21PM
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