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I am sorely tempted by these skis to replace my BD Crossbows....
By Andy.pavia2091850
Ranked #879 - Telemark Skis and Alpine Touring Skis
November 16, 2009
I am sorely tempted by these skis to replace my BD Crossbows. I like the CBs for their quickness and versatility, but they sink a bit in pow and get banged around some in crud. I am 5'9", 155lbs - any advice on length for the RT86 for 50/50 Utah resorts and backcountry with big boots (EnerG)
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By Sandy Brown
Ranked #1 - Telemark Skis and Alpine Touring Skis
February 5, 2010
The RT 86 is a great ski for UT, esp. if you want it for both in & out of bounds. More float than the CB, super quick with a bunch of sidecut. At your size, if you lean toward aggressive skiing, you could consider the 183 as well. Either length would be good. Enjoy!
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By Jacob Frackman
Ranked #373 - Telemark Skis and Alpine Touring Skis
November 16, 2009
If this is the ski you want to go with, considering your height and weight, and that you seem like a strong/aggressive skier (since you mention skiing the backcountry), I would say go with the 176cm size. The size will be versatile for you in all areas.
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Tech Specs:
- Lengths:
- 162cm, 169cm, 176cm, 183cm
- Dimensions:
- 127 / 86 / 113mm
- Construction:
- Cap sandwich, Beta TFC
- Core Material:
- Densolite
- Base:
- Sintered 2000
- Tail:
- Raised
- Binding System:
- No
- Binding Included:
- No
- Recommended Binding:
- Any telemark or AT
- Weight:
- [Per pair] 6lb 8oz (2950g)
- Recommended Use:
- Touring, backcountry skiing, backcountry freeriding
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