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Need Some new Park Planks.

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Crehm
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About me. 5'10 155 lbs aggressive park rider 50/50 rails jumps, looking for the lightest, most durable cheapest ski out there. I want something that can handle 60 foot jumps and goes fairly fast.

I'm looking at some 2011 177 Volkl walls but i don't know if they will be too stiff for me or not. I could get those for 300 and have heard nothing but good things about them. My price limit is around 350 dollars and i want a ski that is going to last multiple 70 park day seasons.

Throw some ski names out there for me if you think they are better than the walls for me, thanks.

Crehm
Mar 24 2012 10:08AM
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VD.
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Light, Durable, Cheap ... Pick two

I'm afraid that's the reality ... your best bet is to buy high-end skis from previous years for a cheaper price, that's what I do. Wall's are stiff at your weight they may feel too stiff but it's hard to ski often a skis flex is personal preference; from what I've heard they're pretty durable so sound like you might have a good deal going on there

Mar 24 2012 11:09AM
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VD.
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Wall's are stiff, at your weight they may feel too stiff, but it's hard to say, often a skis flex is personal preference
Mar 24 2012 11:11AM
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mlp
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Armada Halos just get them once they go on sale they are 347 at my mt
Mar 24 2012 11:24AM
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Dr.Gonzo
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quote to live by
Mar 24 2012 11:26AM
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RCookish
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d-structure has all skis 40% off right now, i would have a look
Mar 24 2012 11:32AM
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Crehm
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how are the rossi scratch durability size? I've heard mixed things about them.
Mar 24 2012 12:02PM
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Goku
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Atomic Punx
Mar 24 2012 12:03PM
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Crehm
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Ive heard the edges on them come out quick. I also can't find a good deal on them anywhere.
Mar 24 2012 12:09PM
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Goku
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Theyre pretty durable, I mean when people bring skis in to get worked on Atomics, as a whole, always look the least beat up. They retail at $399 at our store too, but they are definitely our fastest selling park ski, which is why you probably can't find them
Mar 24 2012 12:13PM
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Crehm
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That was definitely a pair i was looking into but its 100 dollars less for the walls, I'm just worried that those are going to be like 2x4s for me i definitely want some flex but not a noodle like my disorderlys. And i want something that isn't hooky like your skis (fugitives?).
Mar 24 2012 12:19PM
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Goku
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Is it worth saving the $100 if you don't know if you will like the skis?
Mar 24 2012 12:21PM
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Crehm
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haha yeah probably I've got all summer to find a pair too
Mar 24 2012 12:22PM
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Goku
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let me put it this way, I weigh 190lbs and I didn't like walls because they were too stiff, granted I do like softer skis, but I just didn't enjoy that ski. I skiied it up at nubs too
Mar 24 2012 12:23PM
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Crehm
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Yeah i'll take your word for it.
Mar 24 2012 12:35PM
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salomontim77
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im 5'9" and 150ish and i ride 177 walls. they are definitely a stiff ski, but due to the lack of snow this winter I found myself hiking rails all winter and I actually enjoyed them on rails. I had no problems but i guess flex is personal choice.
Mar 24 2012 1:07PM
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vault.
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Maybe look into next years skis when they come, and see what has gotten better?
Mar 28 2012 8:34PM
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a_pla5tic_bag
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I have disorderlys as well and have been looking at park skis that are just a tad stiffer. icelantic danolies felt nice, walls felt a bit stiff too me, I've been wanting to try the ace of spades too.
Mar 28 2012 8:44PM
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Crehm
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What is this years step up like stiffness wise compared to the disorderly? The disorderly was just a lil bit too noodly for me. I feel like the step up would be another good ski to look into.
Mar 29 2012 8:48PM
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Jasper*
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punx or t-hall
Mar 29 2012 9:08PM
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redbull247
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Thall baby!! or Ar7 just armada in general makes durable skis, bomb proof it seems like!
Mar 29 2012 9:58PM
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Crehm
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If i could get any ski it would be the armada thall, they are just out of my price range atm.
Mar 30 2012 4:46PM
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Goku
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Well Atomic and Armada are made in the same factory...
I havent liked any of Armada's stuff the past few years. not a fan of the capwall construction. I loved my 09 Pipecleaners though. hands down the best park ski I've owned
Mar 30 2012 5:39PM
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dunesquirrel
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i love the walls. and im 6'1 155. Really light and snappy. Definitely on the stiff side but never washing out is a great thing.
Mar 30 2012 5:50PM
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Crehm
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i heard they put thicker edges on the punx for next year. can you confirm?? I've heard they have issues with edge durability in past years.
Mar 30 2012 10:12PM
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