Replying to Am I enough of a man for STH16s?

Hey, Thanks for looking.
I'm 5'6", 145pound, have size 24.5 feet(don't laugh and sorry i don't know the length off hand)and I am comfortable hitting 70' jumps.
I would like something that will not break or release when it shouldn't but also that i can find spare parts for if i want them. I was going to get Jesters but then I found a good deal on the sth16. However, the din range is very high on these badboys, and although i'm told i should ride at 10(by the rental ski calculator) i'm still not sure i am strong enough for them and i don't want to break my knees.
All help, experience and advice will be appreciated.