what size skis should I buy?
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Very rough guide,\n\nThey should come up to eye level. Unless you have an unusually large forehead in which case i don't know.\n\nBut as mentioned a ski shop should guide you right.\n\nI'd shop around, you can get some great deals!
513727
I'd check my local used ski shop place first...sometimes you can get child programs that let you upgrade the skis as your kids get older.
709212
Just buy new bindings. Those 10 year old bindings are dangerous and no shop that I know of will mount them for you. Binding technology has made improvements by leaps and bounds in the last ten years. Not only are bindings safer today than they ever were the integrated ski/binding systems perform much better. Bindings "float" on the skis now allowing the ski to flex correctly through the binding. Do yourself a favor and ditch the old bindings
883575
Red white and blue Clown shoes!\n (JK LOL) I have some too. They were great skis for the time, and i still love K2. check the new Commanche series ... http://www.k2skis.com/skis/ \nYour new pair will be 8 to 10 cm shorter or more depending on the brand and style (this is okay, really! The technology is still improving, a shorter ski now has more power and performance than even those first shaped skis.\nPersonally, i'm on Atomic Metrons and love them for all mountain. I'll also be getting a pair of Elan twin tips for park riding\nEnjoy!
649671
measure with a tape, around your head, just above your ears.\nbike helmets will fit a range of sizes and the measurement range is usually listed with the helmet size ie med - 49cm to 55cm.\n\nI have found that if you are on the limit of the size measureent range, it's best to go for the smaller size.
8285
You should have warm clothes, but not necesarily ski pants or jacket. Dress in layers is best. You should take lessons the first few times. Do not expect to be a pro after only one time. Stay on the easy trails until you have gone many times and can control your skis.
840652
Depends on your skill level and how you plan on skiing.  \n\n1.)  The better you are, the longer a ski you can handle.\n\n2.)  If you enjoy moguls (i.e., tight quick turns), then go with shorter skis.  If you enjoy long fast banzai runs downhill that irritate the ski patrol (my favorites), then you'll want a longer ski.\n\nShort answer:  Go to the ski shop and ask them for help.  Rent a set of short ones, then a set of long ones and see which ones you enjoy more.
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Try the web site: http://yellowpages.superpages.com/listings.jsp?SRC=about&C=ice+skates&PS=15&RR=25&L=Chicago+IL&MC=1&RLO=-87663261&RLT=41872064&R=D&STYPE=D&RADR=Chicago+IL&OO=1&F=1&CP=Sports+%26+Recreation%5ESporting+Goods%5EDealers%5ESkating%5E\n\nHopefully you'll find some skates your size at those stores.
940763
There are some avenues you could explore if you are curious:\n\nGoogle the ski, look for matching graphics, since they change the graphics every year. Once you find matching graphics, see if the site posts the year the skis were made.\n\nGo to the library and look through ski magazine gear review issues to find them. Usually there is only one major publication yearly that lists all of the major new gear. Your skis should be in one of those. The problem is, the library may have thrown away the old copies.\n\nTake the skis to a shop. They should be able to give you a ballpark year, if not an exact year.\n\nGood luck.\n\nSince you bought the skis off of ebay, you probably want to take them to a shop and have the bindings inspected and adjusted, so ask the shop people when you stop in.
712383
I would suggest getting him a gift certificate.  here's why.  First off, it is height/weight dependant which size board you will get.  If you know his height and weight you can go to the shop and ask them what size and they can give you a range, but then within that range he will have his preference.  Also, it depends what he wants to do on the board when you choose not only the length but also the model because different models are stiffer or looser for different use. For instance, I'm 6' and I ride a 168cm, pretty "stiff" Burton Canyon when I want to just freeride, which means just carving down the hill.  I could go with a little more length if I wanted, maybe 172-174 but I like 168.  When i want to do a day of freestyle - which is where you see the people grinding rails, hitting jumps, doing tricks, etc - then I ride a looser (more "pop" on jumps) 155cm board. Again, for freestyle my length range could be like 153-159, I like 155.  Then there are the bindings to consider, whether you want more response (harder) or a less (softer).  Freeride you want harder and Freestyle softer.  If your husband has size 11+ shoes he might wanna get a wide model board otherwise his toes could drag if the waist of the board is too narrow.  I am size 12 so i have boards which the model is specifically for bigger feet.  Some models come in a wide option.\n\nSo, as you can see it is better for your husband to go into the shop himself and find something.  If he is experienced he will know what he wants.  If he has never ridden or only rented a few times then he should talk to the guy at the shop who will give him a basic beginner-intermediate setup, an all-around board at a length determined from a chart that matches height/weight to a length.  Plus, even if you knew exactly what he needed you might pick something and have it be a perfect fit except he hates the graphic.  Then he has to stare at the graphic he doesnt like every time he's on it and that would definitely suck.\n\noh, and plan on spending ~200-300 for the board, ask the shop person maybe they have some unsold 2006 models that they wanna get rid of since we're in 07 now and those will be cheaper.  But if you also need bindings and boots then plan on spending 500 in the end.\n\nNOTE** In Re Cocolemonjello's answer - Yes, you can take his height and weight and go get a board that *might* be weight/height appropriate for him, or might not.  First off it's much more weight dependent than height.  But moreso than height or weight is PREFERENCE.  If he has never snowboarded before then he doesnt have a preference so you could go by this probably.  If he has, then definitely do not because he has probably determined what he likes. Secondly, yes giving someone a push is a way of seeing whether they ride goofy or regular, but it doesnt matter because the gear is the same either way, the bindings just get mounted facing a different direction for each.  Something Coco does not mention is shoe size - understandable being women don't have this problem, but as a guy with big feet I can tell you that if your husband has a shoe size 11+ his board options will begin to be SEVERELY limited.  So check this before anything.   But again, get a gift cert. or make sure you can at least get a store credit for the full value with a return - no restocking fees.
224895
I'm about your size, less 20lbs, and I just bought a 159. Anywhere in the range 153-160 should be great according to all the major manufacturers recommendations.
549037
pretty much any board will do it just depends on your preference.  I mean if you have big feet say size 12 or larger then you will want one atleast 8" wide otherwise maybe one 7.75" wide will do.  Your best bet is to find your local skate shop..not a mall or mail order...skate shop and ask them to help you pick something out because they should know whats best for you.  I myself skate a shop board from buffalo, ny because you can get a complete with decent trucks for $99 plus tax....so feel free to check out www.sundayskatebmx.com to find a phone number and call and im sure they would ship a shop board out for you if you got a credit card to order (sunday decks are $43 w/ grip).  Just support your local shop not some dude at the mall who doesnt know anything or care anything about skateboarding.
665355
Any size you need them to be.
741150
Well you could try http://www.womenssnowboard.com for some advice on this.  Essentially it all breaks down to preference, riding style, and location.  First figure out where you will be snowboarding. Then choose a slightly smaller board for jumps and tricks or a longer board for speed and slalom.  the board should be roughly the same size as you honestly unless you want to spin easier.\n\nThe boots will roughly translate across in size.  Burton make some good boots but I was a fan of the old airwalk boots for wearing all day long.
868129
i looooove skiing so i might help\nget skiis the smae height as you are or else you are going to go really really fast on the snow \nthat is one thing
771472
It goes by your height. Short skis for control, long skis for speed. So you need to have a good relationship with your dealer.
769494
Remember that a rental shop will almost always put you on a board at the smallest end of your weight range. The best way to get sized up for a snowboard is to head into your local snowboard shop (not a big box store like Big 5, they don't know what they're talking about) and talk to the folks there. The length of a board has very little to do with how tall you are. Your weight, ability level, style of riding and the conditions you ride in all play a role in the length of board you choose.\n\nBy far, the most important decision you need to make is about your boots. Spend the most time here and if need be, the most money as well. Never buy the first pair of boots you have tried on and don't sacrifice comfort or performance to save a few bucks. There is nothing worse than boots that don't fit right. As far as fit is concerned, if a boot fits perfectly in the store then it is TOO BIG. A perfect fit is one in which you would think to yourself "If this boot were a bit bigger it would fit perfectly." Boots stretch after a few uses and you don't want your feet to be swimming in your boots.\n\nAs far as costs are concerned, snowboarding is expensive. There are definitely deals to be found but you can spend anywhere between $500 and $2000 just on equipment. Boards cost anywhere between $300 and $1000, bindings $100 to $500 and boots can be about that much as well. Remember, don't skimp on your boots and also don't forget to save some money for other important items. Items like gloves, goggles, pants, jacket, long underwear are very important. You could have the greatest setup in the world but may not be able to enjoy it because you can't see and are soaking wet.