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powstache
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Hey guys,

I'm a actually a very good skier outside of the park, I'm 21 and have been skiing for 15 years but just haven't ever given park a real try until this year. It was super fun and am looking to devote a lot more time to it in the future.

I'm 6' 4" / 195 lbs and currently ride 2012 volkl gotamas (186cm), and am interested in buying some good park skis for those days when the backside is covered in crud.

Any advice on good, durable brands, as well as sizes for my height/weight would be much appreciated!

Thanks
Mar 13 2012 4:22PM
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powstache
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Also, if anyone is looking to sell some used park skis that might fit my bill then let me know
Mar 13 2012 4:47PM
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yhprum1720
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armada ar7. a little stiffer and great durability.

Mar 13 2012 6:19PM
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Dr.Gnar
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Especially with all the rocker going on these days, just try to get something in 180+ cm length, especially with your height and weight. There are a lot of options out there, I'd surf around brand's websites as they are very descriptive. If it's a dedicated park ski you're getting, something around 80 or 85 underfoot would feel nice and nimble to progress with.
Mar 13 2012 6:36PM
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powstache
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Yeah, I've heard a lot about the AR7 being a very solid ski. I'm just afraid that 181 cm might be a bit on the short side. I plan on riding my gotamas for mostly everything else other than park skiing.

Is there much of a drop off in durability, performance if I begin to look into some older models (trying to save some $$$)? I found some 2011 Line Stepups for a decent price on evo in a 185 cm.
Mar 13 2012 6:56PM
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yhprum1720
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usually there is no drop off in durability or performance and it is just a different graphic on the top. However, sometimes the technology in the ski does change. The 2012 step up has a faster base and a new sidewall so it is a little different, but i am not sure how much of a difference this actually makes.
Mar 13 2012 7:02PM
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powstache
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Thanks, I really appreciate the input. I'll keep looking for some older, maybe used skis. No use in spending $700 before I can even hit a rail!
Mar 13 2012 7:26PM
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