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Looking to get back into skiing!!

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gkoenen
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Hey Guys,
I'm looking to get back into skiing i have been snowboarding for the past 3 years and want to give skiing a go.
I am
6ft 4
195 lbs
I am in the Midwest (Minneapolis area)
I want to get into the park but i know i have to learn to ride again first.

What do you guys have for advice on what skis to get and what size?
Feb 14 2013 11:29PM
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M.M
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my buddy did the exact same thing this season but before he stopped he lapped the park atleast once a week so he was pretty good at park to begin with, with that being  said i took him up to the mountains fro opening at the start of the season and by his 2nd day he was hitting boxes and jumps. if you were a good skier before you wilkl just have to get used to it again but like the saying goes once your learn how to ride a bike you never forget.
Feb 15 2013 2:18AM
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VD.
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Just rent for the first few sessions to make sure you like it, and to get used to skiing again. Once you feel decided that you want your own gear, I'd advise getting boots first, go see a bootfitter and get a pair that really fit you. That way you'll enjoy skiing a lot more and you'll progress faster. With skis, it might be worth picking up a second hand pair as you're only getting started, or you could look to pick up a cheap pair in the summer sales.
Feb 15 2013 2:22AM
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gkoenen
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I have rented the past three times and I know I want my own stuff. The rentals at the hills I went to are terrible and i feel like I'm just throwing my money away with them. If you guys have any suggestions as to which skis and what size i should look for that would be great.
Feb 15 2013 5:33PM
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k2andcannoli
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Dont do it. Snowboarding Rules!
Feb 15 2013 7:45PM
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Park_Mho
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...why the fuck are you posting that on a skiing fourm site?
Feb 18 2013 8:46PM
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Urban.
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#KARMA #DRAIN
Feb 18 2013 9:22PM
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bighomieflock
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Do it! I made the switch last season and have no regrets.
Feb 18 2013 9:24PM
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Blake.P
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if you have skied before and you know you like it, you should probably buy your own set up. something mid fat that can handle pretty much everything (blends, bacons, jmos etc) and most importantly, get fitted for boots. it will make a huge difference in your first impressions.

if you have never skied before, rent gear for the first few times to see if you like it, before you drop a ton of money and make it a perminent switch
Feb 18 2013 9:25PM
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bighomieflock
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Seeing as you live in the midwest and are interested in park, I'd say armada ar7's could be a good option. They're fairly stiff and cambered so they're not bad for carving and learning how to ski groomers, and they're very light and poppy for learning to ski park.
Feb 18 2013 9:29PM
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Chubz.
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I would go for a pair of 185 line chronics. Great park ski and itll be able to hold its own all over the mountain!
After awhile 185 might feel a little short though
Feb 18 2013 9:34PM
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