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178 to big???

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SlurbnBeef
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Hey I'm 5' 5" and still growing fast idk if 178 would way be to big cause i think it might be pretty big but I need some help so post post post! Thank you!

Mar 14 2010 8:40PM
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baaangthat
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not too big.  youll be used to them by the end of the first day
Mar 14 2010 8:42PM
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TOUCHE
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If you're only 5"5' then they will seem really big at first, but after a while you will get used to them and they will get better if you are still growing tons. if you ski lots and these wont last that long or untill you're fully grown the i would suggest something a bit shorter for the meantime
Mar 15 2010 5:49AM
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brickerenator
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Only you can say.


I'm 6'1", and I think my 171's are too long.
Mar 15 2010 8:46AM
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It depends on how you want your ski to handle; it's just a matter of finding what's comfortable. I know people who are 6' tall and ride 170s, or kids who are 5'4" and ride 180s without struggle.

A shorter ski is easier to move around, which also makes it less stable. A longer ski takes more effort to maneuver, but is also stable on bigger hits.

Finding a ski length that you like is a comprimise of the two. If you like park/rails, then you might like a shorter ski. If you like charging bumps/all mountain then a longer ski would be better.

Also remember that you can compensate for length using flex. If you want a short ski with more stability, you could get a stiff ski in a short length. Or if you like butters but want stability, you could get a long, soft ski.
Mar 15 2010 7:14PM
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dylhole
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5'5 here and ski 183's

Mar 15 2010 10:45PM
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dbchili
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nope get something more along these lines, theyll make you happy...

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Mar 15 2010 10:55PM
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Malcolm
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put them on the ground in the store and see if theyd be a good size
Mar 15 2010 11:01PM
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SlurbnBeef
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I got a pair of those they rock!!!!!!
Mar 17 2010 4:23PM
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