Replying to ON3P KARTEL 98 Set-up

Sorry for another ON3P question but I am about to finally pull the trigger on my first set of ON3P sticks and have decided to go with the Kartel 98. I am having trouble deciding on a size (181cm vs. 186cm). What size would you recommend and why? Also, I plan on running look / FKS 140's and should I go with the 95 brakes and bend them? Or should I go all the way up to 115? How far back should I mount them? Im thinking -2cm from true center?

I know everyone says when in doubt size up due to the rocker but I am currently riding 2014 Moment Vices in 184cm (182cm straight tape pull). I am 6'0" 180lb. Athlete build with strong legs. I have no problem charging and jibbing with the Vices all over the mountain. They do ride short but with their metal stringers in the build they stay surprisingly damp while charging.

How will the kartel being bamboo compare in flex, rocker length, and dampness? I really want to go 181cm as I know ON3P's measurements are spot on and they would only end up being about an inch or less shorter than my Vices anyhow. I think the 181's would help a lot in the park and trees but will they be beefy and stable enough when I really want to open them up and point em downhill.

+k to all for advice.

Vibes