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03-09-2005, 02:21 PM
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SKi Size
What sizes ski do I need?
Me:5-10 130LB Husband: 6-0 175LB Also, What ski do you recommend...I want something that is easy to ride but will be fun to ride as I advance. Help Please???
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03-09-2005, 02:31 PM
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this is the ski that i keep in my boat for those who are not hard core skiers, but like to rip it up sometimes. it has a nice feel to it
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03-09-2005, 02:48 PM
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Assuming you're in the 30+ mph range, I'd say 65--66 for you, 67--68 for your husband. But this varies. Most are riding longer skis these days.
Sizing charts vary, but here's one. I'm a fan of the HO ASX for people who know how to slalom, are looking to advance, but wouldn't characterize themselves as hard core course skiers. Slalom Sizing Chart
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03-09-2005, 03:48 PM
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I aggree with Lake Tippy, it's hard to beat the Obrien World Team Comp as a all around ski.
Either the 66 or 68 should work for both of you and any guests that want to ski. Fairly easy to get up on and cuts fairly well.
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03-09-2005, 04:46 PM
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what about a wider ski and less length? Also, is it harder to ride a longer ski?
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03-09-2005, 04:56 PM
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aprgriggs I recommend you go to one of the local shops and demo a ski. Most local dallas shops will let you demo a ski and apply that fee to the purchase of a ski. Kind of try before you buy. It really helps to test a couple ski's.
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03-09-2005, 05:00 PM
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Demo is definitely the way to find out what works best. For me, it entailed buying skis, riding them for a few months and selling them on ebay. Eventually, I found one I really liked. But I don't have a local shop that stocks good slalom skis.
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03-10-2005, 10:46 AM
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I am going to demo first...I was just trying to get a idea of what is good and what is not.
How about the HO Mack 1? Good or Bad?....I am just trying to get a good all around ski.
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03-10-2005, 10:53 AM
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aprgriggs the guys in slalom shops proshop can answer that better. You may find a great deal on something left over from last year. Ask for John or Craig tell them george sent you. I use to work there.
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03-10-2005, 11:01 AM
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