RandyMarsh
New member
Hey guys,
I'm an east coaster (80 big mountain/20 park) who is going to be working at Kirkwood this season. i'm 5'11" 185 to 190 lbs with longer legs, a thick core, and shorter torso. i have a penchant for agressive skiing with a playful/poppy ski that can hold it's own in the steeps. I currently ride 2007 k2 public enemies (80 mm waist) on east coast ice and crud and i absolutely love them. I'm torn between the 179 and the 189 k2 obsetheds from the 2008/2009 season. i've been advised to go for the 189s a little below center mounted to have enough tail to safely land hucks. I've been told that because of the rocker, they will be soft and playful enough for getting a little jibby. at my measurements, and with kirkwood's abundant snow and wide open bowls and steeps, do you recommend the 189s or 179s? thanks!
I'm an east coaster (80 big mountain/20 park) who is going to be working at Kirkwood this season. i'm 5'11" 185 to 190 lbs with longer legs, a thick core, and shorter torso. i have a penchant for agressive skiing with a playful/poppy ski that can hold it's own in the steeps. I currently ride 2007 k2 public enemies (80 mm waist) on east coast ice and crud and i absolutely love them. I'm torn between the 179 and the 189 k2 obsetheds from the 2008/2009 season. i've been advised to go for the 189s a little below center mounted to have enough tail to safely land hucks. I've been told that because of the rocker, they will be soft and playful enough for getting a little jibby. at my measurements, and with kirkwood's abundant snow and wide open bowls and steeps, do you recommend the 189s or 179s? thanks!
