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Should I go with the 180s or 190s in this ski? I am 6'-2"...
By drew_ettin100040614
Ranked #392 - Alpine Fat Skis
February 9, 2012
Should I go with the 180s or 190s in this ski? I am 6'-2" and 175lbs and an agressive AT skier. Plan to use this ski as ~60% resort/sidecountry and 40% day touring ski. I am currently skiing on a 185 Atomic Snoop Daddy traditional ski (no camber) and in the backcountry I sometimes feel I could benefit from a slight shorter ski for negotiating trees and tight spots.
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Helpful Votes: 0 Yes
By all5399560
Ranked #197 - Alpine Fat Skis
March 19, 2012
I'm 6'3" 185 and demo'd the 190 this year and would say it depends on how strong a skier you are or if you plan on doing a lot of touring. More powder the 190, more resort or maneuverability, the 180. If there is a question - I'd go with the 180. Great all-around ski regardless.
Helpful Votes: 0 Yes
By Jamie Preston
Ranked #6 - Alpine Fat Skis
February 10, 2012
At 6'1" 180, I have been sizing down in the last couple years for exactly the reasons you identify, maneuverability and ease of use. Given this skis stability, I don't think you lose anything, and you have a little less weight for your touring days. 180.
Helpful Votes: 0 Yes
Tech Specs:
- Length:
- 170 cm, 180 cm, 190 cm
- Dimensions:
- [ 170cm ] 132 / 102 / 120 mm; [ 180cm ] 134 / 102 / 121 mm; [ 190cm ] 136 / 102 / 123 mm
- Turn Radius:
- [ 170cm ] 22 m; [ 180cm ] 23 m; [ 180cm ] 24 m
- Profile:
- rockered tip
- Construction:
- sandwich
- Core:
- paulownia
- Tail:
- flat
- Binding Included:
- no
- Weight:
- [ 170cm ] 9 lb 1 oz; [ 180cm ] 9 lb 8 oz; [ 190cm ] 10 lb 2 oz
- Recommended Use:
- alpine touring, telemark, all-mountain freestyle
- Manufacturer Warranty:
- 1 year
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