5'10 - Are 162's too small?

NWise

NWise

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I bought a pair of Volkl Ledge's at the Corbett's Sale, and I was wondering if 162's were too short for me. I am 5'10. The ski's above my lip and under my nose, and an employee told me the 166's were too large. Opinions please. +K
 
its all personal preference. most people on this site will tell you that little skis are lame, but if they are what you like to ride then i see no problem.
 
i'm 5'6 and have 175 arvs and 169 hellbents. they both are over my head. but it's all personal preference i guess. most people on here will probably recommend you go bigger
 
It all depends on the rider, type of riding and personal preference. If you ski aggressively (for example charging groomers between runs) then you will quickly find the length too short. If you ever hit big park hits the ski length will provide less speed than something longer and will be less stable landing at such speeds. The plus is that they are slightly easier to spin with. My first park skis (back in 01) were 167 and they were great while I wAs learning. But as I progressed I found myself overpowering the ski. So, keep the above in mind as well as your current skills

I'm 5'9 and ride 180 length park skis and 193 length powder skis. I lovethe challenge of adapting to a ski that is bigger than I'm used too.
 
im 5'10-5'11(?) and am on 176's youll defff wanna go bigger, especially if youre hitting bigger park stuff
 
unless your doing massive jumps they should be real light and easy to spin however if i was you i would go with the 166. btw im 5'11 and ride 171
 
I just spent a couple hundred dollars on em yesterday and its too late to go back because they already waxed and put on the bindings. Is it really gonna make that much of a difference in the park? People make it seem like 162's are for little kids.
 
deppends on what you want a slightly shorter ski will be better for jibbing because itll be easier to throw around but a longer ski will make landings on jumps more stable. just apply this to what you do more
 
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