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Ski length help....

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pimp-c
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I am 5'11" 165lbs and am buying the salomon twenty twelve. I just can't decide between the 171 and 179. I like to ski park and hit the occasional rail or jump but also like to ski trees, pow and groomers. Any help is much appreciated.
Dec 28 2011 3:08PM
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LukeB.
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gear talk
Dec 28 2011 3:10PM
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SteezoSaurus
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Well, like most things, it depends.

If you are more of a beginner skier who doesn't have too much experience, go a bit shorter. However, if you have been riding for a while and feel comfortable sliding in most conditions, go with at least the 179cm.
Dec 28 2011 3:13PM
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bdowning
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I'm 5'8 and ride anywhere from a 177 to 183 soooooooooo... get the biggest available size.

Gear Talk btw.

Dec 28 2011 3:15PM
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pimp-c
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Thanks guys. I appreciate the help. I was leaning more toward the 179 anyhow just because its a center mount ski. I am no pro but I ski aggressivley and want to progress a bit more in the park.
Dec 28 2011 3:29PM
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CDdesign
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with the dual rocker and center mounted, it will feel way shorter than 179, so yeah go with the 179
Dec 28 2011 3:31PM
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Claywilliams
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I'd go with the 179, im 5'8 and my park sis are a 178 with no rocker and they feel fine, if you are going to use them fro trees and such i might even go for a bigger one i dont know the sizes though
Dec 28 2011 6:03PM
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EastCoast.
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Yeah definetly go with the bigger size! Enjoy the skis!
Dec 28 2011 6:08PM
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.Annydrew.
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179 for sure, you would regret getting the 171
Dec 28 2011 8:25PM
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