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Looking for a set of skis in a category Im not farmiliar with

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7springsprod
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I am moving to colorado next year from PA! I am super stoked and feel very blessed I will get to do this. Heres the thing, I live on the east coast and skiied "powder" once in my entire life. It was about 4 or 5 inches.. I will have closest access to the resorts Steamboat and Powderhorn. Since I dont know much aboug powder skis I figured Id ask you guys. I dont want anything hugely wide. I want a somewhat flexy ski, to have fun with, and maybe an occasional lap in the park with. I think I have narrowed my choices down to these skis:
Nordica Patron
Nordica El Paco
ON3P Jeronimos
Liberty Double Helix
Armada ARV

I know they are different in their own ways but I dont know what the best option is!
Thanks for help.
Jan 22 2013 11:41PM
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bighomieflock
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The line blends could be another option to consider.
Jan 23 2013 12:39AM
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HungryHypocrite
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Or the K2 kung fujas
Jan 23 2013 12:47AM
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SwagasaurusRex
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I would look at Jeronimos vs Blends. Jeronimos are bomb proof but fairly stiff where as the Blends are a bit softer. I'm not sure about the Blend's durability or how either of the two ski other than the amazing reviews I have heard about both. If you like a stiffer ski that is more serious with powder, I would seriously consider the ON3P Jeffery, or potentially even the Caylor. I would suggest about 110 mm underfoot as a good mid range for what you are looking for.
Jan 23 2013 9:51AM
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Shifties4Dayz
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on3p Jeronimos.

guarantee you will not be disappointed.

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Jan 23 2013 10:58AM
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SwagtasticWalrus
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I personally would go for the jeronimo. Size/Weight?
Jan 23 2013 11:26AM
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Jewschoolers
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i have last years jmos and they are great. with the wider underfoot they should be perfect for you
Jan 23 2013 11:29AM
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7springsprod
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I have my sights on the ON3P Jmos! Ive heard so much love for ON3P and I am used to stiffer skis. Im 5'11", 165 lbs. looking to get 181s
Jan 23 2013 3:03PM
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M.M
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i have blends and i love them if you want a pretty soft playful ski go with the blends, with you size the flex would be perfect, the only thing is when i get about a foot of pow i wish i had a little more underfoot like the bacons
Jan 23 2013 3:08PM
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Banane.
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Patron all the way
Jan 23 2013 7:22PM
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rwalk
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Definitely Patrons or Jmos, but maybe the Jeffery instead of the Jmo
Jan 23 2013 7:37PM
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schism
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fatypus L-toro could be a nice option, supporting a local brand that offers a student discount is a win-win
Jan 23 2013 7:45PM
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