I'm 5'8" and my weight tends to vary in the 190-200# range.
Considering picking up a set of Hell and Backs, but I'm a little torn on what size.
On the one hand, I'm short and like to ski a fair amount of bumps. With that, the 177 seems like an appropriate size. I'm guessing the 177 would be a little quicker in tight trees as well.
On the other hand, these skis would be the widest ski in my quiver (outside of a very old set of beat Rossi powder boards), so when there's fresh, this ski would be what I'd be using. So, the added length and surface area in theory would offer me a bit more float.
Several of you have skied with me over the years and know my style of skiing and ability level.
What do people think? 177 or 185?
Considering picking up a set of Hell and Backs, but I'm a little torn on what size.
On the one hand, I'm short and like to ski a fair amount of bumps. With that, the 177 seems like an appropriate size. I'm guessing the 177 would be a little quicker in tight trees as well.
On the other hand, these skis would be the widest ski in my quiver (outside of a very old set of beat Rossi powder boards), so when there's fresh, this ski would be what I'd be using. So, the added length and surface area in theory would offer me a bit more float.
Several of you have skied with me over the years and know my style of skiing and ability level.
What do people think? 177 or 185?