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CertifiedOtter
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Planning on buying some 2016 Blends but am not sure what size to get. I'm 6' 165lbs and am planning on using these skis for midwest "pow" days and on a trip to colorado this winter. Already own park skis so these would be my all Mtn/Pow sticks. Had My sights set on 178's because that's what my park skis are but wondering if I should get the 185's instead.
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185 would probably be a better fit at that height
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OregonDead
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Get the 185s. You might even want them longer but it looks like that is the longest length. You'll be mounting them close to center so they will ski short.
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Kbob94
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Definitely go with the 185. I'm close to the same size as u just weight 185lbs and all my skis are minimum 188 so you'll be fine with the 185.
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.lencon
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I wouldn't get blends for all mtn pow. A 100mm isn't bad but they're super soft, and you're a big guy. I'd get something a little stiffer or go up to the SFB to get some more beef/stiffness under you, still super playful versatile.

I also love the Kartels
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