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Ski size charts

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alex=
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Anyone have a formula I could use to find the size that would perform best for me? I have an unconventional body type, skinny and somewhat tall.

6'2'' and 160lbs. Anyone know of any reputable charts? The one's on google are all for normal sized people
Feb 8 2013 10:57PM
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RubberSoul
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i'll get this out of the way:

damn dude youre skinny as fuck!

okay now that that's been said for the first and last time, here's my thoughts on sizing: skis should be as tall as you, give or take a handful of CMs based on your weight/skill/preference

basically what im saying is, unless youre weak as hell or arent very good, you should have a ski that's as tall as you. and if you charge and/or prefer more stability etc and can handle it, go a few CMs bigger than you
Feb 8 2013 11:08PM
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alex=
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Yeah I know I'm skinny haha. I'm new to park so I'll stick with like.. eye level or a bit above
Feb 8 2013 11:14PM
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eheath
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175-185 is what you should do. I ski 175 or 180 and I'm 5'9 but I obviously weigh more lol
Feb 8 2013 11:23PM
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Bumblesteeze
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If you're light and tall I would recommend you getting a softer flexing ski, so you have an easier time handling them. For example a 182 atomic punx will be easier to handle and more forgiving than a 181 volkl wall.
Feb 8 2013 11:28PM
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*geezer*
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hit up evogear. On the left column of the home page there's a "size and buying guide" that's pretty informative.
Feb 8 2013 11:30PM
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*geezer*
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***chart format that you're looking for as well.
Feb 8 2013 11:32PM
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RudyGarmisch
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Go big, and go sorta soft if possible, larger platform that you should be able to drive with your weight.
Feb 8 2013 11:38PM
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freestyler540
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Your about my build, but im 15lbs more.

I ride 188 for powder
176 center mount for park
178 for all mountain

for carve skis 170, but 168 can do if the ski is super rigid. But 181 for GS go well
Feb 8 2013 11:46PM
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*ninja*
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190 go big I'm 5'6 and ride 174s
Feb 9 2013 3:09AM
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VersaceCockring
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I am 5'11, 160lbs and ride center mounted 184cm skis. Perfect fit imo.
Feb 9 2013 3:28AM
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alex=
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Thanks for all the info guys
Feb 9 2013 10:58AM
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Thadius.Castle
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I'm 6'3 right now, and on 177's. They are a tad small, and will be upgrading next year, but they do well enough. I wouldn't prefer something huge, but moving up to 185's next year.
Feb 9 2013 11:10AM
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Joonas
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Im 6'4, and 160lbs, i ski 185s in the park, and thinking about getting 194 new lifes for pow. Basic rule is that park skis should be about the same height as you. Sadly, i havent found any skis to fit my height.
Feb 9 2013 1:26PM
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kevin_k
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Be sure to check if the skis measure short. I'm 6 foot, 150lbs, my most recent purchase was a 186, but it really measured at 182-ish.
Feb 9 2013 2:18PM
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