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Blends or Bacons?

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.SG
Posts: 138 - Karma: 47
So I'm looking for a wider ski that will shred all mountain and I've narrowed it down to either the Line Blend or SFB. This past season I really didn't hit the park that much and stayed mostly on groomers with a little backcountry thrown in the mix. I'm 5'6, 165 lbs, an intermediate/advanced skier, and skiing mostly in Ontario and Quebec. Anyone have any experience with these skis that could help me make a decision?
Mar 14 2013 8:47PM
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TheWakes.
Posts: 685 - Karma: 235
Blend is narrower, thus more park oriented than the bacon. but the bacons are better for all mountain and pow. sounds like you want a bacon.
Mar 14 2013 8:59PM
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TimRiley
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Both are super playful. IMO Blends are more fun in the park. Bacons will give you a little more float with the extra width. At your height, I'd proboably go with the 178's.
Mar 14 2013 9:19PM
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.SG
Posts: 138 - Karma: 47
Thanks for the replies. A pair of 178 Bacons just happens to be on sale a shop between home and work. I might just be able to rip a few laps this weekend.
Mar 14 2013 10:25PM
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I_liketobutter
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do you want soft or medium/soft?
Mar 14 2013 11:24PM
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SwagtasticWalrus
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Bacon.
Mar 15 2013 12:14AM
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