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ARV 106 length?

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Stinging_Roger
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Considering a pair of 106's for this winter but worried 180cm may be too short and 188 may be too long. I'm 5'10" 160lbs for reference. What size are you guys riding and how do you like them?
Aug 13 2019 12:56PM
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camstain
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For park or all mountain? I have a pair for touring and park, both 180. I'm 5'9. The 106 is hands down my favorite ski I've ever ridden and have been on them for I think 4ish years now. I buy a new pair every season without hesitation.
Aug 13 2019 3:13PM
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patagonialuke
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What skis in which lengths have you used in the past?

I'm 5'8" 155 lbs and like both the 188 and 180, but for slightly different purposes. 188 is better for me when skiing in places where I've got some room to run, though it's still totally manageable in tighter spots. 180 is more playful, more fun in the park, and more fun in trees and bumps, but it comes at the cost of some stability and float. For me, I'd probably opt for the 188 if I could only choose one just cause I'm willing to deal with a bit more ski for a bit more stability, but I think it comes down to your preferences and where you ski.
Aug 13 2019 7:45PM
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HypeBeast
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I also have the 188 and if you were wondering, it doesn't actually measure 188. It's a bit shorter. It's totally fine. Only issue I had ONCE was my tails tapped some east coast trees while turning in a tight ass space. Go big or go home op.
Aug 14 2019 2:45AM
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Stinging_Roger
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Thanks guys, gonna go with the 188's
Aug 14 2019 10:52AM
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AlmostCooler
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e.moneyConsidering a pair of 106's for this winter but worried 180cm may be too short and 188 may be too long. I'm 5'10" 160lbs for reference. What size are you guys riding and how do you like them?


I’m 5’10” 160lbs as well and I ride 180 Edollos in the park. Length is nice for a center mounted park ski, and if they’re mounted slightly further back they would be great for all mountain. I’d say 180, but then again, the longer the better amirite

**This post was edited on Aug 16th 2019 at 7:42:20am
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