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Go with the chronics?

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NEO76
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I am looking to get my first set of skis. I have skiied on rentals every weekend for 10 seasons. I am mostly in the park anymore, but I still want to be able to play around on the rest of the mountain. I have been looking, but I'm unsure with path to take.

Height:
6"1

Weight:
230

Skiier type:
III

Budget:
$500 for both skis and bindings
Aug 23 2017 2:51PM
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NEO76
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I am leaning towards the 2017 Line Chronics with 2016 Marker Squire bindings
Aug 23 2017 2:56PM
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SofaKingSick
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BraviscowsI am leaning towards the 2017 Line Chronics with 2016 Marker Squire bindings


i'd go with something a little wider/more all mtn oriented than chronics, something with a waist width of 95 or so and some stiffness

what ill say more strongly is that squires arent made for big guys like you. they get a lot of reports of blowing up even on your typical scrawny park rat kid. get some tyrolia attacks, theyre still cheap and light but way better than squires
Aug 23 2017 3:55PM
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Crispy.
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Yes, absolutely do not get squires. Those bindings are meant for little kids, and you will break them in a matter of weeks. I think the 185 Chronic could be a good ski for you, depending on how aggressive you ski. If you are skiing hard and putting a lot of energy into your skis, you will want something longer than the 185 or more waist, both which equate to a different ski, as mentioned above.
Aug 23 2017 4:41PM
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NEO76
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SofaKingSicki'd go with something a little wider/more all mtn oriented than chronics, something with a waist width of 95 or so and some stiffness

what ill say more strongly is that squires arent made for big guys like you. they get a lot of reports of blowing up even on your typical scrawny park rat kid. get some tyrolia attacks, theyre still cheap and light but way better than squires


Got it. No squires
Aug 23 2017 4:44PM
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rohara
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Take a look at the 184 Poachers from K2, really fun ski for no compromise between park / all mountain. Should fit in your budget nicely with some Tyrolias too!
Aug 23 2017 5:58PM
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NEO76
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How about a set of K2 Domain skis with Tyrolia attack 13 bindings
Aug 23 2017 6:18PM
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rohara
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BraviscowsHow about a set of K2 Domain skis with Tyrolia attack 13 bindings


The Domain's are a pretty specific ski because they're soft flexing and have zero camber, so for a buttery style of skiing they'd be really fun but they're gonna have hardly any pop and be pretty unstable when it comes to all mountain skiing, especially if you ride them fast and in firm/choppy snow. If that sounds like what you're after then go for it but if you want something a little more chargey there's better options. Nordica Soulrider could be another one to check out
Aug 23 2017 6:34PM
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Jesse_
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BraviscowsGot it. No squires


I snapped the baseplate of a pair of marker squires in half landing switch once, but either way you should look into buying something like tyrolia attacks or look pivots.
Aug 23 2017 6:51PM
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NEO76
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roharaNordica Soulrider could be another one to check out


Is the Nordica Soulrider and Marker Griffon Schizo a good combo?
Aug 23 2017 7:05PM
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rohara
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BraviscowsIs the Nordica Soulrider and Marker Griffon Schizo a good combo?


Yea man that could be a dope setup if you want to make the most of the park / all mountain split for sure! Could save a bit of cash by just getting a standard Griffon and mounting it at like -2 or 3 from centre, would work well for both. The griffons way sturdier than the squires
Aug 23 2017 7:52PM
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codywilderray
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Armada arv 96s are the illest ski you can buy.
Aug 23 2017 8:19PM
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Jesse_
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codyrayArmada arv 96s are the illest ski you can buy.


If your running on a budget this is also a ski you could definetly consider. Basically OP just scope out some deals, last years skis will be on sale since it's summer too.
Aug 23 2017 11:26PM
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