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Help out a new skier!

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xboarder
Posts: 2 - Karma: 10
Im currently a boarder and I want to get into skiing for next season. I do a lot of park, some woods, and just general east coast riding. Now I know nothing about skis,boots,bindings or poles.

I want a good set up for park that will also work alright for the rest of the mountain. Im 6'2 160lbs..

Any help is appreciated, thanks
Mar 1 2011 7:26PM
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Gmart
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i think you should try a stiff ski and a soft ski and see which you like better then i'd go with about a 173
Mar 1 2011 7:27PM
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dubtwo
Posts: 590 - Karma: 114
since your a beginner, i think the 177 line masterminds would be perfect for for you. nice and light, and once you get the basics down, they are a good beginner park ski. another bonus is that they're a lot cheaper than a lot of other park skis out there these days. go to the link and you can read a description and reviews.

http://lineskis.com/skis/mastermind
Mar 1 2011 7:30PM
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No_Dub
Posts: 3357 - Karma: 294
yeah this
Mar 1 2011 7:33PM
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_Jeffrey_
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K2 press
Mar 1 2011 8:06PM
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.squirrely.
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if you have never skied before just start with ex rental skis or some cheap used ones untill you can do like straight on boxes and get little air off jumps.  then pick up a pair like the masterminds or presses as said above.  dont really worry about bindings as long as your din is correct and the bindings are safe.  same for boots as skis, you wont need full tilts or spks your first season.  just get some rental gear or a cheap used pair.   
have fun!
Mar 1 2011 9:26PM
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xboarder
Posts: 2 - Karma: 10
Alright thanks guys. My friend told me to pick up some rossignol px12's.

I think Im gonna get all new stuff though. I used to ski when I was way younger so I think i should pick it up fairly quickly again.. plus I just like feel of new stuff haha.

And any good sites to pick up jackets and pants? I need some bad!
Mar 1 2011 9:52PM
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PeteySkeety
Posts: 996 - Karma: 209
www.backcountry.com is a super legit site with tons of gear
Mar 1 2011 10:29PM
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PJS.
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www.evo.com

super legit
Mar 1 2011 10:32PM
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ski4g
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skigenie.com is a great place to start. they'll help you find some matches for park&pipe skis good for your ability and preferences.
Mar 1 2011 10:33PM
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