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Torn between Opus 185 vs 192

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kamiiyu
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I have decided to get the Opus but I am on the fence as for the size. I am 6′ and approx 170lbs, have been skiing since I was a small kid. I would consider myself advanced level. I currently own the Rossi Phantom 80s for my daily ski in 175cm but want to get a powder ski with some versatility. 

I plan to do tree skiing, soft snow, off trail but in the lift access areas, no real backcountry stuff but at the same time doing groomers and hard pack as well. I live on the west coast and would be skiing Whistler and the local mountains.

As for bindings, I’m looking at getting the Marker Griffons.

Would you recommend the 185 or 192 for me? I have never skied fat skis and I want to keep these skis for 3-5years+ and also improve on them.

Thanks.

Nov 29 2012 4:40PM
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kamiiyu
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Also, I forgot to mention, I really won't be doing much park, if any.
Nov 29 2012 4:42PM
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mfz
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Im 5'11 & 170 lb and i went with the 192
Nov 29 2012 4:45PM
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theschneidler
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I would think because of the rocker you would want to go for the 192.
Nov 29 2012 4:46PM
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kamiiyu
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have you skied on them yet this year?
if yes, how do they feel? is it a workout just turning them vs if it was a 185?
Nov 29 2012 4:48PM
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mfz
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I havent had the chance to take them out yet because i live on the eastcost, but i ride184 park skis, and in that case it didnt make any sense getting almost the exactsame length for my pow specific skis. The rocker profile is pretty massive on them so im sure they wont feel that long, they also look really playfull, dont be scare to take de192, you will appreciate the extra lenght
Nov 29 2012 5:33PM
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SwagtasticWalrus
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Go 192. It skis short because of the rocker
Nov 29 2012 5:39PM
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kamiiyu
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will it ski similar to my current 175 which is pretty much full camber?
i also don't want to have to work the ski every time i use it.  do you think 192 is manageable based on my weight?

for groomers/hard pack and normal trails, would the 185 or 192 be better based on the above?

thanks!
Nov 29 2012 7:14PM
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FUUUCK
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When in doubt go longer.
Nov 29 2012 7:37PM
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SwagtasticWalrus
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Fairly similar. The effective edge is about that on an opus I believe. Im 185 and 190 range works great for me.h
Nov 29 2012 9:19PM
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ianj
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I got last years 185s. I'm 6' 2". 150 lbs
I like them. They're a solid ski.
Nov 29 2012 9:21PM
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aust.s
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192 and I am thinking about getting the same exact setup in a 192 with griffons also. I am 6' 4" and about 150 pounds.
Nov 29 2012 9:32PM
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ElMexicano
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What about for someone who is 5'10" 180
Jan 14 2013 6:49PM
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snakerton
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192
Jan 14 2013 7:10PM
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SwagtasticWalrus
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Are you anorexic?
Jan 15 2013 12:17AM
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Banane.
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I'm 5'10 and 165lbs, I ski the 185cm version. They are big enough. Perfect for trees and can charge a little bit, I prefer smaller ski and when I tried the R122 in 192 they were just too big
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