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Public_Enemy0255
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what size skiis should i get for next season i'm 14 and about 5'5


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Jul 6 2004 2:59AM
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Adrenaline
Posts: 1264 - Karma: 552
210 pre 1990 straight skis. that'll teach you how to ski a real ski.



oh wait, it's 2004. 170 to 185 depending on your ability level and whether it's a powder or parkish ski.


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Jul 6 2004 3:51AM
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matthasaurusrex
Posts: 5160 - Karma: 185
176
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Jul 6 2004 10:30PM
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dj_monster_
Posts: 620 - Karma: 12
176 might be a bit large... 170?
Jul 6 2004 10:38PM
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fdsa
Posts: 686 - Karma: 19
Uh. 165 max. Weight would help, but I'm 5'8' almost 17 and 125 lbs and I ski a 165 perfectly.




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Jul 6 2004 10:59PM
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locus
Posts: 244 - Karma: 9
it doesn't make a fuc%in diff, each ski size/shape has its own pros & cons peace ya punk bitches





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Jul 6 2004 11:47PM
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khem
Posts: 1386 - Karma: 10
yeah go smaller, i'm 5'7' and ski a 159...


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Jul 7 2004 2:38AM
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SchweitzerSki
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i already told you i am giving you my 165 salomons!!


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Jul 7 2004 5:13AM
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Spam_Man_5000
Posts: 288 - Karma: 8
Yeah get something over 200. No shape either cause shape is whack. No twin tip either cause twin tips boost up the price by $500 dollars are so. Anything after 1994 is your best bet for the best ski.
Jul 9 2004 1:56AM
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rightcoastskier
Posts: 2440 - Karma: 10
dude u didnt kno size really DOES matter?

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Jul 9 2004 10:15AM
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FUUUCK
Posts: 18426 - Karma: 4,888
a)how much do yo weigh
b)what do you ride and whats your ability
c)google it and get a quick and accurate response
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Jul 9 2004 10:30AM
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Ryno
Posts: 31125 - Karma: 336
google what?
'im 14 and 5'5 what ski is best for me?' becasue i dont think thats going to work.

im 5'6 and i ride a 170 fine...short skis look funny. i would say 167-170 area is decent
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Jul 9 2004 4:09PM
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ERS_
Posts: 117 - Karma: 10
Hahaha, nice topic name.

Well, size may matter to you, but everyone's got their own opinion, no?



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Jul 9 2004 6:43PM
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ERS_
Posts: 117 - Karma: 10
SKI size is more of personal opinion too, although i would also reccomend something around 170



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Jul 9 2004 6:46PM
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Ahmets_Brother
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im 5'4 115 pounds and i ride 175s....your a girl right? so 165 is fine for you


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Jul 10 2004 3:41PM
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SaraJ
Posts: 366 - Karma: 52
something in the 160-170 range, depending on if you like a shorter or longer ski.

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Jul 10 2004 4:12PM
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alev
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ur a girl so i think u could answer that question

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Jul 10 2004 8:36PM
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GeneralButtNaked
Posts: 7854 - Karma: 89
according to terri clark size does matter.





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Jul 10 2004 10:28PM
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MNskier04
Posts: 33 - Karma: 10
i don't think size matters but if you like your skis small....then....that's ok too
May 13 2006 10:42PM
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Literature
Posts: 13673 - Karma: 3,085
165-170 Range. You will appreciate the extra edge out of the park.
May 13 2006 11:07PM
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SirFryanator
Posts: 11149 - Karma: 1,415
size does matter. I can prove it ;)
just kiddin.

but get a 169 cm, 170 ski if you're not going to grow anymore. I've got a 167 and I should be good for the next year, but I should be getting a 169 cm ski cuz i'm 5'6"
May 14 2006 12:34AM
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reggyboy
Posts: 1608 - Karma: 13
165 to 170 depends where u wanna mount them
May 14 2006 1:24AM
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eheath
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For a guy that would make sence, but its a girl they arent as stong as skiers, specially if she is 14.

def 160-170 at the max
May 14 2006 1:29AM
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ejoy
Posts: 524 - Karma: 43
Often yes but Not 100% true!

Ski size is down to preference a lot of the time, so probably best to try something between 160-170 as anything in that range should be alright.
Depending on your weight, ability and how aggressive you ski will affect how long the ski should be.
May 14 2006 8:36AM
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Silence
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i think stick around the 165 mark...
May 14 2006 8:46AM
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eheath
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You forgot the "especialy if shes 14" a 14 year old girl wont be a very stong skier, its the truth.
May 14 2006 4:09PM
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