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Rustler 10 vs Line SFB

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Jezzer
Posts: 8 - Karma: 17
Hi, I'm looking to get a mid-fat pair of skis. I'm 6' 190lbs and a fairly strong skier. I'm torn between the 180/188 Rustler 10 or the 184 Line SFB. I'd appreciate it if anyone could advise me on the relative strengths of the two. I'm leaning toward the SFB but would be a bit concerned about how it would ski on groomers/icy conditions. Also, I'm wondering if 188 for the Rustler would be too long for me. I have the 188 Soul 7HD and while it's a dream to ski in soft snow I find it a bit cumbersome in tight spaces/trees due to it's sheer length.
Nov 8 2017 10:43AM
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Jezzer
Posts: 8 - Karma: 17
I'll be using them mainly at Sunshine and Lake Louise so I'll need something that can handle a wide range of conditions
Nov 8 2017 4:06PM
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rothaz
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Don't know much about the SFB but the 188cm Rustlers won't be too long. I'm 5'8" and personally find the 180cm too short. Also, at 188cm the underfoot is 104 instead of 102.
Nov 8 2017 5:45PM
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Jezzer
Posts: 8 - Karma: 17
Thanks for the response, I'm leaning toward the 188 Rustler 10 because it has quite a bit of rocker in the tip. I've heard that that the SFB's are a bit twitchy and not the most stable at speed. Just wondering if anyone who's skied on them could comment on what they're like.
Nov 8 2017 7:13PM
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DirtyDirtNasty
Posts: 28 - Karma: 33
JezzerThanks for the response, I'm leaning toward the 188 Rustler 10 because it has quite a bit of rocker in the tip. I've heard that that the SFB's are a bit twitchy and not the most stable at speed. Just wondering if anyone who's skied on them could comment on what they're like.


My SFBs are getting mounted right now. I plan to take them out Friday, Saturday, and Sunday in the PNW. I am 6'2" 200lbs and have SFB 190cm. I will let you know what I think of them if you want to wait.
Nov 13 2017 10:12PM
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SKRockies
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Have a pair of sfb from when they were 108 underfoot. Only took then out a few times last year because I'm a park rat but I love them in any snow. Super fun playful ski. Holds an edge really well. Only thing I notice is they get a bit washy when going straight not on edge but that's it
Nov 14 2017 1:12PM
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