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Park Ski Length

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DC_Steeze
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Which length should I get for my new skis?


Height: 5'5"
Weight: 120 lbs.
I will be buying Scott TW Jib Skis

Its between the 158 or the 168, my current skis are about 160 and i plan on center mounting these specifically for riding park only. I think personally im leaning towards 158 but I would like another opinion. Thanks in advance


Nov 1 2012 5:19PM
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theschneidler
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Don't go for too long, it's personal preference. The 158 will be lighter, so I'd go with those.
Nov 1 2012 5:28PM
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50Kal
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5'5'' is 165 in cm. Go with 168. The ski is rockerd and your growing. If you go with the 158 you'll out grow it in a season or two.
Unless you have one of those shrinking diseases. then go smaller.
Nov 1 2012 6:10PM
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gnaRWal
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It really is all preference, i myself am5'8 and ride a ski that is 182cm...
My point being it is up to you to figure out what you like, and you will grow out of a shorter ski
Nov 1 2012 6:12PM
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penguin_steeze
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park skis arn't supposed to be taller than you
Nov 1 2012 6:28PM
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50Kal
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The ski is rockerd. He's gonna most likely grow.

But like the guy above you said comes down to personal preference.
Nov 1 2012 6:57PM
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Twig
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most skiers I know ride skis as tall or a little taller than them.
Nov 1 2012 7:04PM
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Dr.Dickless
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I like you

everyone else recommends skis that are way to long
Nov 1 2012 7:05PM
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theschneidler
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Thanks, I think people size up just because.
Nov 1 2012 7:07PM
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NotGhood
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go for between eyebrows and top of the head for park ski so a 165- 170 kinda range
Nov 1 2012 9:44PM
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