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Picking a primarily park ski

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youngtrvplxrd
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Been reading quite a bit on a number of skis, looking for suggestions and opinions from personal use.

So;
Intermediate Skier
5'11 155lbs
Burnaby, BC. So mainly the local mtns, whistler every now and then
Budget $400-450
Looking for a ski to mainly use in the park but can also hold it's own on groomed runs. I'd say 75% park 25% groomed.

So I've been looking at;
Rocker 2 92
El Rey
Line TC's
Faction Soma and Wednesday
Salomon Threat

Feel free to speak on skis I haven't mentioned. The more info the better

Thanks.
Apr 19 2013 4:05AM
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GuacamoleMane
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On3p jefferey, K2 kung fujas, heard people really like the rossi scimitars
Apr 19 2013 8:31AM
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Eemilt
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I would go with the Line's, overall great ski!
Apr 19 2013 8:37AM
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CashmereCat
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Line anthems are amazing. The TC is the anthem so that'd be best
Apr 19 2013 8:38AM
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m.dizzle
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The tc is probably too floppy for groomers. Out of what you listed, the el Rey's will probably hold up best on groomers because of their stiffness. If I were you, I'd find a pair of thalls or ar7s. You can get them in your price range at this point in the season. I have the thalls, it's an all around park slayer but the full camber and stuff midsection still make it hella fun on groomers. Go ar7s I you want something stiffer
Apr 19 2013 9:37AM
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Stadtski
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Magic Js are nice for park but also cruising and since you live in bc, theyd be good because they can handle wide variety of snow. theyre like 480 though, but worth it
Apr 19 2013 10:03AM
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youngtrvplxrd
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Bump.

Thanks for the suggestions so far guys.
Apr 19 2013 9:39PM
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youngtrvplxrd
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Another bump.

Thoughts on line step up and volkls in general?
Apr 21 2013 3:12AM
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JonasJuhler
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I'd check out the atomic Punx if I were you. Absolut slayer in the park! Tried them this winter and defo getting them as my next park ski.
Also pretty narrow so they are short from edge to edge, which make them pretty well on groomers to
Apr 21 2013 9:06AM
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youngtrvplxrd
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Unfortunately I can't find punx in the length i want.

Anything else guys?
Apr 24 2013 11:07AM
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Banane.
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179cm rocker 92 pow
Apr 24 2013 12:25PM
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milk_man
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K2 Domains are 80% park 20% all mountain. Although they don't carve very well. You should look into some Atomic Punx. And check out evo.com (if you haven't already) because they have some awesome deals going on right now. If you're gonna do 75% in the park I wouldn't get the El Rey's..
Apr 24 2013 2:08PM
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Idontgivea
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Whatever you do, don't get the threats. My buddy has had nothing but bad luck with them.
Apr 24 2013 10:48PM
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Dr.Dickless
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http://www.ebay.com/itm/New-Armada-AR7-AR-Series-Ski-2013-/150966793897?pt=Skiing&var=&hash=item23265276a9

I have had nothing but good luck with my AR6s, and I've demoed the 7s a few times and love them

I'm 6' 3" 175lbs and I ride 171s, theyre a little small for me, but I prefer them over a 179 or 181
Apr 25 2013 12:37AM
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youngtrvplxrd
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So I've decided on thalls, you guys think i should get 176 or 181?
Apr 29 2013 3:40AM
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50Kal
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Tough call. I ride the Ar7 which is identical except for the flex. Im 5'9'' 160lbs and ride the 176. It's great in the park and tight spots but when Im ripping down steep groomers and hauling ass I wish I was on the 181 for more stability.
I probably ski more out of the park than most people though.

Apr 29 2013 12:33PM
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DaneKirk
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atomic punx are amazing skis especially for park. because they are so light you can whip them around on rails like crazy and they handle well on big jumps too. but be warned they aren't the sturdiest skis, mine lasted half a season then broke while two of my friends had similar problems.
Apr 30 2013 6:39AM
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youngtrvplxrd
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getting 181 thalls, suggestions on bindings?

appreciate the help
May 11 2013 11:01PM
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No.Quarter
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I wish trolling in legitimate gear talk threads was a reason for a ban
May 11 2013 11:06PM
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50Kal
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Invest in a FKS 140/Look 14. Also the Salomon 14 sth driver or Tyrolia 15 deadbolt.
May 11 2013 11:55PM
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JohnBolea
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armada halo
May 12 2013 6:47PM
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Peter.
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when you're in the park, do you prefer rails or jumps? also, do you ski switch a lot?
May 12 2013 7:01PM
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GeorgiaJibber
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As for bindings, the driver atomics and salomons are good, as for the dildo bindings the pivot 14 are good along with the jesters are grwat as well
May 12 2013 8:22PM
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