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scott punisher
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hi all.

i am about to buy a set of scott punisher skis.I am an advanced skier looking to get into freestyle but also want an all mountain ski.I am 5 ft 11 and weigh 90 kgs.
what size ski is more suitable 172's or 178's as i have found the 178's at a fraction of the price but dont want to compromise on the ski if it makes too much difference? Puzzled

Thanks, chris
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You basically sound like me. wink

I'm same height, (almost the) same weight and I have Scott Punishers. Great skis. They will flap about as soon as you go quick but they are heaps of fun. Plenty of "pop" as well for freestyle (I believe that's how the kids describe it).

Crucially, I have the 172's. Now, they don't ski 172cm because they have tips at either end. So, with your fingers, make out around 6cm and ask whether it would really make all that much difference at the level you ski at. If not, you'll be fine with the 178's.

All, of course, in my humble opinion.
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im about 65kg, 5'8 and I personally found the 182's to be the best size for me.
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thanks for the quick replies.I opted for the 178s and dont seem as big as i thought.Hopefully get to have a play about with them on the weekend on indoor slope so will see how it goes.Thanks again for the replies Very Happy
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i never knew they came in a 178?? are you sure you haven't bought the punisher jib?? if you have its not an all mountain ski its a park ski! the standard punisher comes in 172 182 192
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yeah 178s are a park ski. they're essentially the same but they're thinner.
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yeh its the jib.yeh i know its a park ski but i wanted a park ski that could still ski all mountain and was advised to go for the jib Smile
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