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What size ski should I get

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bryann_carvo
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I just got into park (more of an all mountain east coast skier) and I am wondering what size ski I should get. I’m 5’7, 120lbs. I’m 16, but want this ski to last considering I’m still growing.
Aug 28 2019 11:09AM
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Non_State_Actor
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What ski? What are you on right now?
Aug 28 2019 11:58AM
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bryann_carvo
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I usually rent, but I’m thinking of getting ARV 96s
Aug 28 2019 12:22PM
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crustyboot.420
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170
Aug 28 2019 2:32PM
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crustyboot.420
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177 would be pretty big for a beginner
Aug 28 2019 2:32PM
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bryann_carvo
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I’m not really a beginner. Been skiing for 12 years now
Aug 28 2019 4:03PM
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crustyboot.420
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bryann_carvoI’m not really a beginner. Been skiing for 12 years now


Sorry bro didn't read very carefully. Then go for the 177 for sure
Aug 29 2019 8:22AM
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bryann_carvo
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Aight, if it’s available. If that size isn’t then I’ll go for 171
Aug 29 2019 10:58AM
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SofaKingSick
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are you still growing? if not get the 170. if so consider the 177 if you're a good skier

arv 96 is a great pick by the way
Aug 29 2019 12:04PM
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bryann_carvo
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Hopefully I’m still growing. I’m only 5’7. But yea I’ll prob grow to at least 5’10. I’ll prob just get the 171 since I’m used to skiing shorter skis
Aug 29 2019 12:28PM
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SofaKingSick
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yeah unless you foresee it being a big problem to buy new skis in a couple years/whenever, get the 170. i love big skis but you don't need a park ski 7cm taller than you especially on the east coast
Aug 29 2019 12:56PM
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