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Park Ski size help?

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fiziks
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I know that people are always asking these questions but i would really appreciate any advice. I am 5' 11 and weigh around 150 pounds. I was wondering what size park ski to use, 171cm or 175cm ?
Jul 11 2008 6:32PM
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b-kul
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i would ay a 175 would be pretty good.
Jul 11 2008 6:38PM
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shortdawg
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175 Fosho. You'll appreciate a longer ski.
Jul 11 2008 6:51PM
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shortdawg
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^^^ now that i think about it, it wont even be that long. Seeing as you're 180cm Tall, a 175cm ski will run in around the middle of your forehead. Pretty much ideal for park.
Jul 11 2008 6:54PM
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DaveM
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im that height and i weigh a bit more then that and i rock 181s. i think you should go for a bit taller then 175
Jul 11 2008 7:11PM
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zues
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yea, I'm 5'10  155 and I have 178's.

GO BIG OR GO HOME.
Jul 11 2008 11:28PM
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phishfood
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Jul 11 2008 11:32PM
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steezyjibber
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181
Jul 11 2008 11:33PM
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lars49
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man go with what you feel comfortable with. i like short skis and i am the same size and weight as you.its all personal preference theres a trend to go for the longer skis at the moment that doesn't mean they will be better for you in any way its what you like and and feel comfortable with
and dont pay attention to fuck wits that say shit like  "go big or go home " its entirely up to you
catch ya
Jul 12 2008 12:56AM
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phishfood
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lol?

Jul 12 2008 1:00AM
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-Nick-
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same hurrr, only get the shorter skis if your learning to ski
Jul 12 2008 1:34AM
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Twig
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between the bridge of your nose and a few cm above your head is normal.. depending on your short/long ski preference.. at the moment i'm skiing 172 Line Elizabeths in the park and i'm 5'8 and 135-140.. but they are mounted -2 so i guess if they were centered a 176 would be the same tip length..thinking about it.. i need new park skis..
Jul 12 2008 11:29AM
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Ballinbynature
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For sure i would go a little longer cause if they are center mounted they will ski shorter, Im like 5'6 and went from 165 TNK to 171 anthems and they feel sooo much better
Jul 14 2008 11:01PM
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JQ89
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171s youll def appreciate the longer skis, if theyre center mounted theyll ski shorter too.
Jul 15 2008 12:22AM
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happygolucky
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when it comes down to it, its all personal preference. i'm 5'9 165 and i rock a 181. i couldnt stand a ski that was shorter then me.
Jul 15 2008 6:54PM
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