Check out the Look PX 15. Great hold, and only a fraction of the price of the Jester with 15 DIN instead of 16.

Fairly neutral to almost loose flex, from what I felt riding a friends pair. You definitely want to grab the longer ski though, I ski normally on something in the 180-190cm range, and I'm 6'1" 195#.

A bigger dude like you would like the Volkl Bridge if it came down to those three. It has the stockiest construction, is the stiffest w/o being a full-on plank, and can take a beating. This ski doesn't have the pow performance of the other two on your list once the snow gets deeper than boot-top though. Just so ya know.

This is a pretty good ski for mostly iced runs. Definitely gonna want to grab the longest length for him, and those should be good. As an alternative to these, you can look at the LIB Tech NAS, any of them, but probably one in a narrower waist, because those are pretty much the best ski on super hardpack and ice.

I have a pair of bridges and they are awesome! they are great in the powder and are pretty solid in the park but they have a stiffer flex to them if thats something you are looking for this ski would be great!

Well it is mostly a matter of opinion, and I'm sure lots of the guys and gals on here have different ones. Mine personally is the Kung Fujas, which butters like a dream, holds tough to rails, has a softer flex, and a floaty feel. Bridge is also a good one, same with the ARV from Armada.

The Volkl has pretty much the exact same dimensions as the Faction ski, with a slightly wider tip, same waist and tail, and almost the exact same turn radius on them. The Liberty has a smaller tip than the Volkl, but wider than the Faction, and also has a wider waist and tail, but not by much. Dimensions are: Volkl= 130/92/112 Faction=122/92/112 Liberty=130/94/119
The Bridge performs well in pretty much all conditions, but Volkl's tend to have a problem with breaking, more so than any other brand I have ever tried. It also has the stiffest flex of the bunch. The Liberty is a good ll around ski for those not searching for the big fat ones, and has a lively medium flexing core. Solid ski. The Faction is probably my favourite ski, mostly because it really does do everything and all while looking damn fine. The core is super responsive, and almost a mid point between the other 2, medium-stiff lets say. In my opinion, I would say the Faction is the better of the bunch.

I definitely don't like how the Dumont handles anything, even that park, but that is just an opinion. The Bridges are pretty sick, hold speed well, but I have heard that the can break a little easier than other skis. The Chronic is a super sick ski though. They hang in the park with the best, they handle speed better than you would think, and I have a buddy who can rip pow on his. Not the deep stuff, and not with relative ease, but still can keep up to us when he wants to.

I would go ski on the tierra at around 154 cm long. I have a couple friends that ski the grooms and make short radius turns. I would most definitely recommend them

i used to race, and i own the 4frnt MSP. I was looking at most of those skis like the prophet 90, bridge, etc but i settled on the MSP. Having raced, i would say that i am an advanced skier, and I wanted something that could handle speed. The MSP is stiffer than most of those skis, and chatters only a little bit. It'll cut into the ice, and allows me to make long GS turns on the steeps. I just got back from CO and had spent a couple of days at beaver. In the three feet of snow we got over a three day period, (thank you god), the MSPs bounced through the powder. I took them in the glades and the upper chutes, and they floated nicely through the snow. Being narrower than a ski like the mantra,they didn't float perfectly, but if you know what you're doing, you can have a great time in the pow.
Nevertheless, it all comes down to what you're looking for. If you want to be able to ride the pow a little less than half the time, but really want something that can fly and bite into a steep, pick up the MSP. If you're thinking about riding pow the majority of the time, i would get something a little softer and wider. If you are a beginner, i would recommend the bridge or prophet 90. I would wait on the mantras cuz they are wider. also, the mantras won;t be nearly as fun on a groomer.

I have a friend who sends it on last years version of these skis, total confidence. They hold up on mean rails good after 2 season abuse, and stomp booters with ease.

I love the S5 it is a super durable lively ski that rips in all places, you will be stoked on the groomers, rip in the pow, and will slay the park, they have great swing weight so they dont feel sluggish when spinningThe S5 and the Bridge are going to be a little better for freestyle because they are lighter than the line prophets. The line prophets have a metal core making them a little heavier. I own a pair of S5's and loved them until I clipped a rock just below the surface on a groomer and blew out the side wall (so they may not be the most durable ski on the market). I have skied the bridges and loved them too. I prefer the S5 over the bridge in the park because it has a medium flex making it a little more forgiving on landings; but the bridge out performs the S5 in the all mountain category because of its very stiff flex.

Sounds like the 185's would be good for you. The longer ski will benifit speed and stability but might sacrifice a little on quick turns. Really 7 cm isn't all that much but it depends on skill level and experience. Personally i like a bit of a smaller ski so i would get 177 but since you like speed and stability the 185 would be your best bet. Again only 7 cm difference that's just under 3 in so you should be just fine.

yes you just need to make sure it's a all mountain twin tip. My recomendation would be the volkl bridge, line prophet, or rossignol s5 depending on the conditions you ski. Also a shorter ski is typically easier to turn.

i'm 5'11" 150 and would go with the 185. the length will hold better at speed and will be way better in the pow. the only downfall would be tight trees. as for bindings i'd look at any of the look /rossi bindings with the 15 din max

Andrew if your an advanced skier your skies should be just taller than your head. I aM 5'11' ALSO AND I ski on 177

Out of these skis my favorite is the Volkl Bridge. The Bridge is probably the best all round ski currently offered. Also check out the K2 Kung Fujas. If you are looking at an all around ski look at skis in the 90mm to 100mm waists range. You will be glad you have the fatter ski on powder days but you won't miss the a more narrow ski as much when you are on a groomer.

go with the 169 unless you think you'll be growing to 6'0 or above

Never skiied the K2 extreme but you can't go wrong with Volkl. If you notice, unlike companies like Rossignol and other popular brands, Volkl rarely makes drastic changes to their skis other than their graphics. In my mind there is a reason for this. If you have ever skied Squaw which, is home to some serious shreders, you will know that all the locals, both pros and average joes swear by Volkl. Given the right size I don't think you will regret the Bridges.

Ledge is a park ski, I would grab the Bridges. They are park worthy but will be a bit stiffer like the Karma. From what your skiing type sounds like bridges will be the perfect 1 ski quiver for you!

I have the 177, and there sick. Real stiff great in pow. bumps on the other hand... in my opinon there a little to stiff and fat to be good on bumps. No dobt you can do it but its not made for bumps as they are powder.BOTTOM LINE- I'm an employee at keystone mountain in colorado and I thrash everyday weather im in the steep and deep or groomer on my way home they NEVER disappoint.

You do two completely different types of skiing, so sizing is a little difficult. It stability at speed is more important to you (big turns and hitting rollers), go with the 185. If the park and trees are where you are more at home, the 177 might work better. If you're truly stuck between two sizes however, I would always reccomend to go bigger.

This ski is the bomb for all conditions as long as the snow doesn't get too much deeper than about a foot. The edge hold is way confidence inspiring on ice and these will turn super quick in the trees. You and I are about the same size so I'm gonna steer you towards the 177cm so that you can snake all those tight tree lines in NE.

Not even comparible, the s6 {excellent ski} is 18mm fatter and holds a great edge on softer snow but hates ice and is ok on hardpack but will eat crud and powder all day. Take a look at the line prophet 100, with the metal top cap it holds a great edge on hardpack yet with 100mm under foot it floats well in powder, The volkl is a great ski but lacks a little when the snow gets deep and thats when the s6 starts to shine. you can't compare a powder ski to an all-mountain ski.

At your size, I would go with the 185. I think the 177s will feel really short when not on the bumps or in tight trees. That being said, the 185 should still handle that terrain just fine.

hey im 6'2" 165, and im a tree machine, i love steep tight trees, and i have the 169, if you are not a huge tree guy and dont need quite the respons then the 177, throw a pair of marker jesters or dukes witch is what i ski on you will not be happier with any other ski^^^ Beware man, these ski pretty short. I'm 6'2" 180 and demoed the 177 and am definitely going to go with the 185s - and it was at MRG that I thought they were too short - doesnt get tighter and bumpier than there

These are the 08/09 model.

The bridge is pretty stiff and not know as a good park ski, but will do very well on groomers, The wall is a full blown park ski ment to be center mounted, so you will loose performance on the groomers and pow. take a look at the moment tahoe or 4frnt msp both would be better IMO.

That is totally up to you. For powder a few cm back is better. Rails and park center mount is better. What are you going to use these for?

Really depends on your definition of all-around. If you're looking at a 50% park ski both the ARV and the Bridge would be good, but both are a little narrow to be great in powder. If you split your time outside the park between groomers and powder you're going in the right direction. If most of your time outside the park is spent searching for powder or in the backcountry...you might want to step up to the Gotama (unless you ride a lot of pipe). I've never skied a Scott ski so I really can't comment. I would probably give the nod to Volkl for all around performance, but Armada's are great in the park. I ski the pipe cleaners, but the only park riding I do is on a freshly groomed halfpipe...and honestly...that's a rarity.

You're looking at a little under 4lbs for the pair.

These will be great for all mountain they are a little stiff so they will be better on the groomers and such but in exchange will not be as much fun in the pow. the Bacons are also a great ski but I have skied them and I see them as a more big mountain backcountry kickers and trees ski. I would deffinatly go with the Bridges for your needs. ( adding ) I would agree, The bridge is a better all-mountain ski if by all-mountain you ski about 50% groomers and icey conditions, I ski bacons as my all mountain skis but i ski mainly fresh snow and groomers only when i have to. and then perferible park, bacon,s are fat at 115mm but they are just as quick as bridges and have more pop to them. Truth is it depends on how you like to ski, If you like to rip down groomers with friends and do some tree,s now and then go bridges. But if are more playful looking to launch off everything, and constantly looking for the untracked deepest snow and dabble a little in the park go bacon,s.

Its a bit of a toss up. depending on length the Volkl my have a longer or shorter radius 16-20 m vs the line at 18m. The line is a bit wider throughout giving a bit more float in powder. Either way you will be ripping the entire mountain.

The Salomon 1080 is a great binding, but my experience is that it is more of a park binding. As far as I can see these are a mainly powder ski with its wide underfoot, but of course able to rip the park too. If you want this ski for its versitility and you are going to do alot of park I would recommend the 1080, but if your buying this Völkl ski for its amazing powder abilitys I would go for a stiffer binding.

the marker jester or griffon would make a sick combo with this ski