which alpine skis do you recommend to install this binding (Marker Duke 16) on?

D, I'd suggest taking a look at some local demos. Maybe try out some of the new s series rossi(6 or 7), 4frnt(ehp/msp), pmgear(bros/lhasas), k2, etc.. Recommendations really depend on your level of skiing, weight, flex, style, likes, dislikes and so fourth. If you're going to spend some serious money on a new set of planks, get a good idea as to what you like and go from there. Tons and tons of great demos out there. I have my Dukes set up on a pair of 4frnt ehp's in a 186. Awesome ski and a lot of fun. Kinda heavy though. As Phil mentioned above, you probably wouldn't want to take that kind of a setup on longer tours. Good luck!

D. Kash... Mantra will def. preform as a much better all-around touring/riding ski, mine work about 95% of the time, on a 184, at 175lbs, and 5'11" i find that the only time i have issues is above about 18" of fresh, and they at time feel like they are tip diving, everything else from a foot of fresh to boilerplate, they rock!

I'm trying to pick between Volkl Mantra Alpine and Salomon Czar ski. I think the Mantra is a better bet, I ski mainly in Mammoth, Utah, and Tahoe. Thanks for the reply btw; Your feedback is really appreciated

I guess what I mean is something a little fatter, since ideally you will be riding some deeper powder on these when toruing...

I ride them on Mantra's, I am putting some on JJ Armada's as well. What were you thinking about putting them on? The higher stance means that they might actually help fatter skis edge on hard pack, since it can act like a racing platform.