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Yet another AR7 VS THALL question

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DatPolishSkier
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Hi guys I have to make a choice between the thall (181cm) and the ar7(176). Just wanted to know which one would be better for my height and weight (Im 6'3'' and I weight 150lbs)............I am leaning towards the thall because of my height but i wanted to know how the thall would handle out of the park (I ski 80% park and 20% all mountain on the east coast). Thanks guys!
Oct 18 2012 3:37PM
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DatPolishSkier
Posts: 18 - Karma: 15
bump
Oct 19 2012 12:16AM
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DP*
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Have both love them! But I like the thalls better get those!
Oct 19 2012 12:22AM
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TheWakes.
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u should be skiing the 181 no matter which one you choose. t hall has a softer tip and tail while the ar7 is stiff throughout. they ski similarly otherwise. ar7 will be more solid on big jumps. t hall will be more buttery for rails. pick which one suits your style.
Oct 19 2012 1:13AM
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DatPolishSkier
Posts: 18 - Karma: 15
iight, but would the thall be a mess outside the park? I know the ar7 is stiffer so its fine but im just worried about how the thall would handle.
Oct 19 2012 1:23AM
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TheWakes.
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the thall is still stiff underfoot. still rips at full speed on groomers. it has a soft tip and tail but its not a noodle.

keep in mind, its a park ski. so dont expect epic flotation in powder, and it certainly wont be as forgiving as a rockered ski in crud. but it is very light and maneuverable, so taking the occaisonal lap outside the park in variable snow isnt a problem. 
Oct 19 2012 1:29AM
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iffe
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I'm 6'2" and would get a longer ski than either of those, so definitely go with the longer T-Hall.
Oct 19 2012 4:48AM
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DatPolishSkier
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Alright guys thanks for the input. Im getting the 181 cm Armada Thalls, the 2012 Rastafari ones; thats the whole reason I had to choose. Thanks guys +k for all of ya
Oct 19 2012 10:45AM
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