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twerkphone64
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sorry to make yet another on3p Jeffrey 108 sizing discussion. I am 5'10 and about 145 pounds. I have had a pair of Kartel 108s in 176 for the past couple of years and am definitely ready for a bigger size. the problem is I want to have these skis for a while and I may still grow an inch or two. I ski quite hard and fast in primarily soft snow or softer chop but am still doing tricks. I primarily ski at a resort in interior bc with a fair bit of tighter terrain but lots of open stuff to pin 'er on (red mountain). I know the 186 would be a pretty big ski for me and I am leaning towards the 181 but am very curious to see what ppl have to say
Sep 10 2020 10:59AM
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pants.OS
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186, big skis look cooler
Sep 10 2020 12:32PM
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hot.pocket
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Red Mountain is one of the few places that, if I was to take another trip there, I would bring a shorter size than I typically ski on. The terrain up there is tight and I got beat up during my last trip up there.

I ride the Meridian & Deathwish in the 187 and 190 lengths, respectively, literally everywhere I go. Next time I will be bringing a shorter length, just something to consider. 6'2 150 lbs semi-aggressive skier.
Sep 10 2020 2:18PM
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ScaryDumpTruck
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Long skis truck, short skis suck
Sep 10 2020 4:55PM
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Eightsails
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I'm 5'9" 165lbs and ride Jeffrey 96 in a 181, as recommended to be by ON3P customer service. Give them a message if you're super unsure. Not sure I would ride too much longer, personally, unless I go to the 116s, they feel perfect for me.
Sep 10 2020 6:35PM
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vibecheck
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buy full tilts
Sep 13 2020 8:43PM
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twerkphone64
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vibecheckbuy full tilts


i don't want to
Sep 14 2020 1:10PM
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SofaKingSick
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long skis are great but only if you know you want em big

you're 5'10" and likely still growing, you say. get the 181, that's a great size for you and already a little taller than you. if you grew even 2 full inches and still were on those skis they'd still be fine
Sep 14 2020 3:06PM
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Dandurand
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186, they'll make you ski faster stronger harder
Sep 15 2020 1:31AM
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Bmxyy
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Depends if u think u can turn 'em. Realistically there's no point in getting a bigger ski if u arent using the whole thing. And a bigger ski just means it's heavier making it harder to do stuff. BUT if u think ur gonna grow that's a tough bet.
Sep 16 2020 8:28AM
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freeballer
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181s are going to be way more manageable at 145lbs. Everyone wants longer skis, but I'd go for the 181 if I were you, especially if you are throwing some tricks.
Sep 16 2020 1:13PM
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jca
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My 186 108s are my shortest ski, sendddd it
Sep 16 2020 2:48PM
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twerkphone64
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jcaMy 186 108s are my shortest ski, sendddd it


you ski at red so you should have some good input. how tall are ya and how much do you weigh?
Sep 16 2020 5:16PM
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jca
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moist_velvetyou ski at red so you should have some good input. how tall are ya and how much do you weigh?


I’m 5’8”, 160. The 181s might be better if you wanna ride them in the park a bunch but I’d say giver on the 186s if you have a park ski. They ski pretty short.
Sep 17 2020 12:05AM
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twerkphone64
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jcaI’m 5’8”, 160. The 181s might be better if you wanna ride them in the park a bunch but I’d say giver on the 186s if you have a park ski. They ski pretty short.


Alright thanks got a bit of growing ahead anyway so should be good
Sep 17 2020 3:42AM
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