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Volkl Mantra Alpine Ski
I'm 5'7" and 155 pounds. Pretty aggressive skiier...
By JB
Ranked #808 - All Mountain Skis
November 26, 2009
I'm 5'7" and 155 pounds. Pretty aggressive skiier who will ski all parts of the mountain out west. Currently ski Volkl AC30 in 163 and looking to buy Mantas in 170. Want to keep it a little shorter for the trees and frontside stuff, but wondering if the 177 is a better idea?
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By JD
Ranked #350 - All Mountain Skis
September 13, 2010
definitely go longer. I'm 2 inches taller & about 5-10 lbs heavier than you & I loved the 184 much more than the 177 which didn't have the juice for higher speeds in rough snow.
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By Eriditorum
Ranked #170 - All Mountain Skis
November 26, 2009
I would lean towards the 177 for you (though you could do either). Here are my thoughts behind the 177 choice: Since you're an aggressive skier, you should able to ski the ski instead of things being the other way around. The Mantra skis stiff, so just be sure to stay in the driver's seat and charge. The 177 will be give you a bit more stability on the steep lines, and a little more float in the deep. Lastly, if you're a young gun and still growing, the 177 will serve you better in the future. For more, you can read my review below: "The Best Quiver Of One Ski"
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Tech Specs:
- Lengths:
- 170cm, 177cm, 184cm, 191cm
- Dimensions:
- 133 / 96 / 116mm
- Turn Radius:
- [170cm] 18.2m; [177cm] 20.3m; [184cm] 22.5m [191cm] 24.8m
- Construction:
- Power, titanium sheets
- Core Material:
- Sensorwood
- Tail:
- Twintip
- Binding System:
- No
- Binding Included:
- No
- Recommended Binding:
- No
- Recommended Use:
- Expert big-mountain freeride
- Manufacturer Warranty:
- 1 Year
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