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Looking for an all mountain/pow ski

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7-11_Slurpee
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I'm looking for a ski for trips up to Mount Bohemia (for anyone who lives in the midwest), and just powder days/all mountain cruising. Most powder days will be in tight trees. I am 5'9" 140 pounds and I would classify myself as an expert. I can get the best deals on Icelantic, RMU, Liberty, Bluehouse, Faction, and 4frnt. I have been looking at the Liberty Helix, 4frnt cody, Faction Prodigy, and RMU Apostle. Would any of these be a good choice for me? If not I am open to any other ideas.

I'm always not sure of what size to get for an all mountain ski. I currently ski a 179 Faction Silas which is center mounted so it skis very short, but feels nice and nimble for the park.

Any help is appreciated,
Thanks!
Dec 21 2013 9:39PM
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Errl
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I've been spending almost every day this season on last year's Bacons from Line. They are so sweet, a definite one ski quiver. I may be wrong, but if you wanted to check out a pair there is no difference between the 13/14 and 12/13 other than the topsheet. I picked them up last year and had a chance to get on them out west in some powder, and they were magical. Out here in PA I stll stand by that. They rip the groomers up, are a blast in the trees, and still pretty stable on jumps. My park days are pretty much behind me, so I can't comment on sliding a rail with them.
Dec 22 2013 2:05PM
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.nasty
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well I can tell you one thing, definitely don't buy icelantic or bluehouse. haha
Dec 22 2013 2:09PM
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Triple_Strum
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I would agree, they are amazing. If you aren't super fit though they will wear you out by the end of a long day being 108 waist. If you have the cash, the Sick Day 95 is pretty awesome, and the Atomic Theory is a good all-around ski with decent flex and pop to roam into the park.
Dec 22 2013 2:40PM
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Errl
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Forgot about those! really want to get my hands on them to make some turns
Dec 22 2013 2:58PM
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Bogs
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Why not? And why are you laughing? What is supposed to be funny about what you said?
Dec 22 2013 7:32PM
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soupcan
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I absolutely love my bacons! They are deffinately the most fun ski I have ever been on, they excel in the trees and are even decent in the bumps the only spot I didn't love them was on ice, even on groomers they were sick they do have a bit of a speed limit but if you're a strong skier you can getting cookin pretty good with out much chatter. First ski I have ever truly loved
Dec 22 2013 8:24PM
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MothaHucker
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I would maybe stay away from blue house but icelantic is one of the most solid skis I have ever used.

Can't think of one reason why you shouldn't buy from them.

OP I would say icelantic nomad RKR or RMU apostle would be your best bet, both skis are killer and basically indestructible
Dec 22 2013 9:32PM
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