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TheSpanishSkier
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So, I'm going to get new skis. I am about 5' 11" 155 lbs. My current skis are 158cm (Yes I know they are way to small). I was going to get around 170cm - 175cm skis. I ski about 70% rails and 30% jumps. I ski in Minnesota except for the occasional trip out west. I ski 100% camber skis right now. Should I try rockered skis or stick with camber. I want a good park ski under 350 dollars. I have found one deal. Armada T-Halls 171cm for $313.99. Are these skis not for me or what? I was wondering if their are any other ski deals in my area of skiing and price range.
Dec 8 2015 7:49PM
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Deforestation
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Too small, at your height, you should be closer to 180. Since you live in Minnesota I would recommend a full camber ski but if you do go out west, it may be a good idea to get something with tip and tail rocker. It comes down to personal preference.
Dec 9 2015 7:17AM
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TheSpanishSkier
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I might just go with the 171cm because I like to get technical on rails. I think 171cm will be big enough. These skis are the best deals I have found and they only have the 171cm anyways.
Dec 9 2015 10:54AM
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powderwhor
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Don't shy away from something with some rocker, particularly mustache rocker with camber underfoot. Butters and surface swaps become much easier with some tip and tail rocker. I grew up racing and I hated rocker for the longest time but the tech has changed and improved so much that I'm a believer now. Now they are pretty much just as stable and predictable as something with full camber but way more playful. Bottom line is something with rocker is a lot more forgiving when you fuck up and much easier to experiment with.
Dec 9 2015 11:54AM
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