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I'm 5' 9" and 150lbs. With the rocker, people are...
By exblade1413471
Ranked #975 - Big Mountain Freeride Skis
September 22, 2011
I'm 5' 9" and 150lbs.
With the rocker, people are recommending longer than normal. I like to do plenty of tight tree skiing and 185 sounds huge (6' ski). With the anticipation of doing plenty of tree skiing, do you recommend the 175 or 185?
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By kellner12113072
Ranked #362 - Big Mountain Freeride Skis
October 12, 2011
I have a pair of JJ's in 185cm that I skied all of two times. Apparently I am the only guy on the planet that doesn't love them. They have Marker Griffon bindings. I am your height and weigh about 10 lbs more and know these are the right size for you. They are in pristine condition. I am in Colorado and would be happy to ship them to you. $850 with no tax for practically new setup is a steal.
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By ekez99330207
Ranked #598 - Big Mountain Freeride Skis
October 4, 2011
I'm 5'8 & 162.. The 185s ROCK! DO NOT go any shorter! the 185s kill it not only in the deep, crud and yes mach'n groomers...but are easily piloted through the trees as well. You will absolutely want a longer ski with this design. I had the same concerns when I bought my pair, but am so glad I went with my gut. When you look at the actual contact length of the JJs, you will quickly realize that you can (and should) ski this in the large size. Don't fear what sounds like a huge ski...when they're on the snow it's a whole different story. IMO the JJs did to skiing what Apple did to technology. GAME CHANGER! Enjoy! (no, I don't work for Armada)
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By Ned
Ranked #452 - Big Mountain Freeride Skis
October 1, 2011
im the same size and honestly i had no problem getting the 185's to turn on a dime. If you are a good skier then i would suggest the 185, i think youll be happy with the extra length too when you get out of the tight trees
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By js1924119
Ranked #185 - Big Mountain Freeride Skis
September 25, 2011
agree with Mitch, 185 will be alot of ski for you to turn, even with the rocker
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By Mitch Andrews
Ranked #20 - Big Mountain Freeride Skis
September 22, 2011
Go 175 you dont have enough weight to be throwing around to need a 185 it will just make you feel sluggish
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Tech Specs:
- Dimensions:
- [165 cm] 136 / 115 / 133 mm; [175 cm] 136 / 115 / 133 mm; [185 cm] 136 / 115 / 133 mm
- Turn Radius:
- [165cm] 12 m; [175cm] 12 m; [185cm] 14 m
- Profile:
- rockered tip & tail
- Construction:
- AR50
- Core:
- wood
- Base:
- 50/50
- Tail:
- twintip
- Binding Included:
- no
- Recommended Use:
- all-mountain, powder
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