I think i am going to demo these next time i go to mammoth. Definitely sold on the schizofrantic bindings.
I am 5'11" and barely 140. Should i get the 169's or the 179's?
I think ill charge this harder on the powder and steep runs than in the park but the closest resort to me only has a park that is fun. What boots would be good? Most boots i have had hit my shins so hard.
I am an advanced skier but this will be my first pair of skis that are mine.

I do not get what you are saying. I would definitely go with the 79's, but get some new ski boots or something. I agree with the other guy that said was saying,"how do you hit your shins against your boots." I still don't get it and if you could tell me that would be great.

You are probably not a good skier so just face it. I have never heard of anyone hurting their shins by hitting them on their ski boots. Get some lessons before you get these skis, and get some knew ski boots if they are,"hitting on your shins". What does that even mean?

if you can honestly tell yourself that your a good skier, get the 179s. I grew up with parents that were into the rental scene as well. i was so excited when I was 17 and I bought my first pair of skis, They were the k2 seths from 2 or 3 years ago and they were way bigger than anything id skied before. couple months later I turn 18, move to colorado for good. I'm so happy I decided to go with a bigger ski. I went from a 161 dynastar troublemaker to a 171 K2 seth (I'm 5'7" 135). bottom line if its time to upgrade do it, youll be happy you did

First off, if you are hitting your shins on your boots, you are obviously not a good skier. Second, if you have never owned a pair of skis before, you are definitely not an advanced skier, maybe one on the bunny slope. Third, if you want me to help you out check out some skis more in your ability level, probably some junior or women skis. Your welcome

Go 179 for sure. They will be better for you than the 169's in terms of versatility in all conditions. Hope you demo them and enjoy them. They are awesome skis.

Definitely the 179. The 169 will be far too short for you. For boots, go to a quality boot fitter and have them help you. Buying boots online off other people's recommendations is a horrible idea. That won't get you the best fit.