Twin tip skiers general convo.

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Twin tip skiers general convo.
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flag jahspliff
Posted: Nov 17, 2013 at 8:41 Quote
Well i dont really have much choice in brand and model of skis because i have to buy used, but thanks for the imput so far. Anybody want to sell me a pair?
flag bikerofestacada
Posted: Nov 21, 2013 at 10:37 Quote
bmxrace121 wrote:
Sooo... heres the deal. Im looking to get a pair of used skis for the upcoming ski season. I have never owend any skis but i have rented a bunch in the past. So im looking for more of a all mountain ski, and in my search i have fond tons od freeride skis. So i was wondering, would a twin tip freestyle ski work as a all mountain ski, being used mostly on piste and rough stuff on the side, And also the occacional powder. I havent really done much in the terrain parks but would also like to give that a try too. I am a innermediate to advanced rider, and plan to progress alot this season as it is t
he first time i have bought a season pass.

I would also like to hear any reccomendations as to what lenghth i should look for. Im 5foot 9 and a half and weigh 130 lbs. I have heard many mixed things about length, most things i have read put me at about 167 or 170, but some people have rccomended me much shorter. Thanks for any imput, anything can help!

Anywhere from 168-178 would be ideal for you, just depends if you like a shorter or longer ski. If you plan on high speeds and want more stability, go longer. If you take your time and like to jib around, go shorter. A shorter ski will also be better for learning in the park, because they can be maneuvered a bit easier.

I'm a huge fan of the ON3P Jeronimo's, they pretty much have the best durability of any ski out there. Check out the Line Blends or Chronics too, and the new Armada Alpha X's.
flag jahspliff
Posted: Nov 22, 2013 at 17:18 Quote
Too bad I have to buy used, because i dont have very much money and my parents wont let me invest very much in it. But thanks for the sizing imput
flag bikerofestacada
Posted: Nov 22, 2013 at 18:30 Quote
bmxrace121 wrote:
Too bad I have to buy used, because i dont have very much money and my parents wont let me invest very much in it. But thanks for the sizing imput

That doesn't mean you can't be picky about what you buy. Check out http://www.newschoolers.com/ns/forums/forumthreads/cat_id/8/
flag jahspliff
Posted: Nov 22, 2013 at 18:52 Quote
I dont know, i was prefferably trying to find something local to check out in person, but maybey. I was just looking at this pair-


http://spokane.craigslist.org/spo/4137853406.html

There probably too short, but i have had some people tell me that i would do better on a shorter ski but idk
flag marlon-d
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Posted: Nov 22, 2013 at 22:29 Quote
bmxrace121 wrote:
I dont know, i was prefferably trying to find something local to check out in person, but maybey. I was just looking at this pair-


http://spokane.craigslist.org/spo/4137853406.html

There probably too short, but i have had some people tell me that i would do better on a shorter ski but idk
That's a sweet deal. I would jump on that ASAP.
flag jahspliff
Posted: Nov 23, 2013 at 16:50 Quote
Even if im 511? They seem a little short, but idk. And i dont actually live in spokane so i would have to drive 3 hours.
flag marlon-d
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Posted: Nov 23, 2013 at 18:08 Quote
I'm 5'9 and they would be almost perfect for me. They might be a big short but unless you're skiing pretty deep stuff they will be fine.
flag bikerofestacada
Posted: Nov 25, 2013 at 20:42 Quote
bmxrace121 wrote:
Even if im 511? They seem a little short, but idk. And i dont actually live in spokane so i would have to drive 3 hours.

You said you were 5'9 before haha, im guessing you mean 5'11 when you're done growing. I would strongly recommend against 161's, those are going to be like noodles on your feet. go 170+, like these:

http://www.geartrade.com/item/354631/slat-ski-one-color-174cm-excellent
flag jahspliff
Posted: Nov 26, 2013 at 13:24 Quote
What about these, read some really good reveiws on them and their supposed to be a good all mountain ski too, but do you think he is selling them for too much? They were posted two months ago.

http://kpr.craigslist.org/spo/4086186423.html

And here is a link to a description and many reviews of just the skis-

http://www.ski-review.com/ski_reviews/review/k2_silencer_2007/

Thanks!
flag steezydozit
Posted: Nov 26, 2013 at 14:43 Quote
bmxrace121 wrote:
What about these, read some really good reveiws on them and their supposed to be a good all mountain ski too, but do you think he is selling them for too much? They were posted two months ago.

http://kpr.craigslist.org/spo/4086186423.html

And here is a link to a description and many reviews of just the skis-

http://www.ski-review.com/ski_reviews/review/k2_silencer_2007/

Thanks!
They're even shorter than the elan's, and he's asking too much for them. The elan's are a much better deal
flag jahspliff
Posted: Nov 26, 2013 at 15:09 Quote
Alright thanks, the only prob with the Elans is there 4 hours away though. I just happened to find these though, for some reason they haven't ever shown up before. They look like a crazy deal but i don't know what model they are, cause there not listed. Pretty sure there stolen but still. They look really nice-

http://kpr.craigslist.org/spo/4181496336.html
flag steezydozit
Posted: Nov 26, 2013 at 15:56 Quote
Those would be nice. Chronics are supposed to be awesome. I'd check them out.
flag jahspliff
Posted: Nov 26, 2013 at 16:17 Quote
If the guy still has them I'm definitely going to get them
flag jahspliff
Posted: Nov 26, 2013 at 22:06 Quote
Fuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuu.... the skis are sold. No joke i almost cried.

 


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