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What skis would be the best for me?

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hippi3773
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Ok so i'm 15 years old and 5'4 and weigh 115lbs. I'm looking to get a new park ski. I like a ski with reaaallly low swing weight. Also something a little lighter since i'm a smaller skier. The only pair i've really looked at and thought would suit me were the armada ar7's. Also I have to buy the skis myself so something under 400 would be VERY nice. Thanks in advance for anyone who gives me info.

Jan 1 2012 6:47PM
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peace.love.pow
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the armada halos would also be really good, light, not much swing weight at all
Jan 1 2012 7:01PM
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hippi3773
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ok thanks. i looked at those and they seemed REALLY nice. The shortest one is 170cm though. Isn't that a little large for my size?

Jan 1 2012 7:24PM
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hippi3773
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Jan 1 2012 7:43PM
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dunesquirrel
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yea halos would be a good choice and a 170 actually will ski shorter. More like a 166/167 because it has elf shoe/rocker. it may be a little long at first but your obviously still growing so going a little longer isn't a bad thing.
Jan 1 2012 7:55PM
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hippi3773
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yeah and considering i cant get these until around summer because i have to save up i'll grow by then. Thanks for the answers i'm gonna go with those!
Jan 1 2012 7:58PM
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hippi3773
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anyone know where i should buy the armada halos? Anyplace selling them a little bit cheaper. Just wondering since i have to buy them on my own and $525 is up there in price.
Jan 1 2012 8:52PM
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monkatizer
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bluehouse antics!!!!

i have them, they are very durable, superrr light, low priced, and have a low swing weight! they come in 155, 165, 175, 182 cm lengths. so they will fit anyone. they have a medium flex, a bit softer then the AR7. i absolutely loveee mine!!

http://bluehouseskis.com/snow-skis/antics-colored-lines.html

seriously, look into getting these skis! they are my favorite skis ever!

pm me if you have any questions!
Jan 1 2012 9:00PM
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EastCoast.
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lol
Jan 1 2012 9:12PM
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EastCoast.
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Never tried Bluehouse, but Armada makes great skis, check them out they are very durable but pretty pricey.
Jan 1 2012 9:15PM
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J.M
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if you are looking for a cheap yet durable ski, this is it.  Of course there are better skis in the market, but he has to keep it under 400. This is a great ski for its price.
Jan 1 2012 9:20PM
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hippi3773
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Ok cool but does anyone know where i should buy the halos?

Jan 1 2012 10:00PM
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monkatizer
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you can buy them anywhere, evo.com, backcountry.com, your local ski shop.

but you prolly wont find them for much under $500 even the 10-11 model.
Jan 1 2012 10:13PM
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hippi3773
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yeah i know all of those places but i'm just wondering if anybody knows of places that happen to be cheaper.
Jan 1 2012 10:26PM
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Jan 1 2012 10:40PM
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