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95mm brakes on 83mm waist ski

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S.A.M.
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wanting to put some fks180 95mm bindings on my armada halos which have a waist of 83mm. will the overhang be too much and affect rails,carving etc? +k for helpful responses
Mar 30 2012 3:23PM
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hokkanee
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It's not ideal by any means. But you certainly can make it works just fine
Mar 30 2012 4:38PM
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if you think it's too much just bend them.
Mar 30 2012 5:03PM
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bobs
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95mm isn't too bad all. Its about a half a cm on each side and remember your heel won't be at the skinniest point in the ski. The brakes will sit up high enough so you won't bite.

Most people avoid too-wide of brakes because they tend to bend/ break easier. The extra width beyond the ski creates a longer moment arm and adds a little extra force on the brake arm during switch falls.

Even then at 95/83 you're still within a reasonable range forsure. If you're truly worried swap the brakes from some old TT's or something. You can sometimes find a pair for 20-40 bucks where they're so old.
Mar 30 2012 5:14PM
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vault.
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Might work, although it may be easier for them to hook and lock together when your riding.
Mar 30 2012 9:39PM
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Eggbert
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you'll be fine... i have the same setup on my armada alpha 2's(waist of 82) for 3 years now and ive only crashed once because they hooked.

when you first get them mounted, be careful for the first 5 times you ski, then ride them normally, you wont even notice
Mar 30 2012 10:06PM
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