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Powder skis for big man

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Rich
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Yes I have used the search bar but I'm specifically looking for a ski for a big guy.

My powder ski knowledge is limited.  Still riding my Pollard Pros from 2004/2005 and need a powder specific ski, and I'll be touring.  I'm 6 foot but weigh 230 pounds (too much gym).  Jibbing isn't so important for me.

What should I buy?
 
Any help/recommendations much appreciated.
Apr 2 2010 2:57PM
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drumbumocdp
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189 hellbent
Apr 2 2010 2:59PM
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MANDER
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it is rumored that armada will be releasing a 195 "Jumbo" JJ possibly mid next season. im 5'8 and ride the 185s so the 195 should work well for you.
Apr 2 2010 3:03PM
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noparking
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ON3P caylor or C&D
Apr 2 2010 3:24PM
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Newschool_Pope
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this
Apr 2 2010 3:38PM
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Ski.Ballet
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Why a big guy who's gonna be touring want a heavy, soft ski?? Think before you post please. 191 ON3P Wrenegade might be a good choice (yes, I've actually used a pair). They're relatively light for their size (nothing like a BD ski but still) and would be plenty burly for your weight. I've also heard rumors of a super JJ, which might also be worth checking out.
Apr 2 2010 3:43PM
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Style+eeze
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cease and desists are fucking scary.

i rode tommy's (mrstskier) and they weighed 23 pounds including his 100% steel salomon bindings. so, they absolutely slay through crud, and i bet they're amazing in deep pow, but this is not what you're going to want to be skiing in anything but that.

on the other hand, i bet caylors are going to be a lot better suited for you.
Apr 2 2010 3:47PM
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charmander
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id recommend the 191 caylors

im 5 10, 175 and my 181's are plenty of ski, theyre pretty bomber.
Apr 2 2010 3:53PM
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ReetsAdeets
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Rossi Super 7
Apr 2 2010 4:18PM
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abc8tr8we98g
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190 Moment Bibbys
Apr 2 2010 5:46PM
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B-runge
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yes!

i want a pair of these with some dukes after riding my friends 186's

Apr 2 2010 7:28PM
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RudyGarmisch
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For the record, Cease and Desists are 6.17lbs/ski, 191 Caylors are 5.73lbs/ski.

Cease and Desists have surprised me. Very maneuverable and strangely carvable on groomers for such a big ski, effortless in deep pow, bomber in chop. I only carry more esteem for the 191 Caylors because its more stable switch.
Apr 2 2010 7:53PM
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Balto
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191 on3p wrens for sure if you are gonna tour on them
Apr 2 2010 7:56PM
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drumbumocdp
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Just because you asked, i will not
Apr 2 2010 8:46PM
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teleak
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wrong. get something stiff and around 190-195. Line motherships or something similar, although the motherships wouldn't tour too great. What bindings were you thinking about?
Apr 2 2010 9:00PM
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Rich
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I'll probably get the marker dukes, unless anyone would suggest otherwise.

Thanks for all your help guys, much appreciated.  I live in England and ON3P skis haven't made it over to Europe yet, and I've had difficulty in the past getting stuff into the UK from the US so I think unfortunately they're a no go.

By the sounds of things the Armada JJ's might be too small for me at 185?  A 195 would be awesome but obviously only rumours at the moment.  Sounds like an awesome ski and the kind of thing I would be looking for.

Rossi S7 looks like it might work for me, and the Moment Bibby, and I think I could get both of those in the UK.

Grrr....too many choices!

Thanks guys again for all your help.  Any more ideas/thoughts appreciated.
Apr 3 2010 8:07AM
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iggyskier
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We don't mind shipping them to you. it just isn't cheap unfortunately.
Apr 3 2010 11:47AM
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jeremy.g
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just curious where are you skiing pow and touring in england? its all indoor there right? im assuming you travel?
Apr 3 2010 12:01PM
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Rich
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Haha!  Definitely not touring in England!  It is all indoor, so yeah I have to go abroad for skiing.  I'm planning a trip to Kashmir in India next season, looking at stuff now in case I can pick anything up in end of season sales.
Apr 3 2010 1:12PM
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RudyGarmisch
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Gulmarg? Thinking about dropping for a trip out there too...
Apr 3 2010 8:32PM
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_Alex_
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Rossignol RC 112 in 188 or 198. It's super stiff and is really fun. However it would suck for tours longer than 3 or 4 hours depending how fit you are because they are pretty heavy and have a fairly rockered tip.
Apr 3 2010 11:19PM
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SFBv420.0
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Apr 4 2010 10:18AM
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Rich
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Exactly.  Planning to be out there in Feb.  Have you been before?  When are you planning to be out there?
Apr 4 2010 10:24AM
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Luc.
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look into the chop sticks too...the only thing is they wont be the best for touring.

do u NEED a twin tip? cause if you want a burly ski, look at the rossi squads or something u know?


Apr 4 2010 11:20AM
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steeze_pizza
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I've never skied them but you should look at next years surface new lifes, they come in a 194.
Apr 4 2010 2:18PM
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Alkyy
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Rossi s7, the amp tech is amazing, they shouldnt be to heavy unless your going on 30 mile treks, but  in that case Bd or G3 with freeries or a dynafit setup would be what you would want.  other then that i would maybe say a S.F.Bacon, might be a little soft but they are good and light.. still would go for the s7
Apr 4 2010 2:19PM
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ski_ENDUB
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Prophet 130 in the biggest length they make. I would ask around on TGR too.
Apr 4 2010 2:50PM
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