Baller aswinter05 Posted March 19, 2013 Author Baller Share Posted March 19, 2013 I'm going to be referring back to this thread often. Our ski club has all the calipers needed I think. If not I'll check on the digital one. Does anyone think I bought too long of a ski? At ski school I was told longer is better for me, especially because I'm barely skiing 30mph and sometimes 29ish. I weigh 150 (148 after my morning regularity kicks in). Also, I believe it was one of Bob LaPoint's articles/interviews that mentioned "when in doubt, always go the next size up" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller aswinter05 Posted March 19, 2013 Author Baller Share Posted March 19, 2013 I'm going to be referring back to this thread often. Our ski club has all the calipers needed I think. If not I'll check on the digital one. Does anyone think I bought too long of a ski? At ski school I was told longer is better for me, especially because I'm barely skiing 30mph and sometimes 29ish. I weigh 150 (148 after my morning regularity kicks in). Also, I believe it was one of Bob LaPoint's articles/interviews that mentioned "when in doubt, always go the next size up" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller A_B Posted March 19, 2013 Baller Share Posted March 19, 2013 It will be fine until you start pushing shorter rope and 34 mph. You might have went shorter, as it is a ski that is slightly wider and supports slower speed. The 67" will turn great no matter if you ski before or after your morning regularity. Don't worry about it, go ski! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller A_B Posted March 19, 2013 Baller Share Posted March 19, 2013 It will be fine until you start pushing shorter rope and 34 mph. You might have went shorter, as it is a ski that is slightly wider and supports slower speed. The 67" will turn great no matter if you ski before or after your morning regularity. Don't worry about it, go ski! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Administrators Horton Posted March 19, 2013 Administrators Share Posted March 19, 2013 Haaa Goode ★ HO Syndicate ★ KD Skis ★ MasterCraft ★ PerfSki Radar ★ Reflex ★ S Lines ★ Stokes ★ Baller Video Coaching System Drop a dime in the can Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Administrators Horton Posted March 19, 2013 Administrators Share Posted March 19, 2013 Haaa Goode ★ HO Syndicate ★ KD Skis ★ MasterCraft ★ PerfSki Radar ★ Reflex ★ S Lines ★ Stokes ★ Baller Video Coaching System Drop a dime in the can Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller aswinter05 Posted March 19, 2013 Author Baller Share Posted March 19, 2013 @OB In my defense.. I did use the word "fairly". Take that as you will, haha. I'm glad you've been keeping tabs on me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller aswinter05 Posted March 19, 2013 Author Baller Share Posted March 19, 2013 @OB In my defense.. I did use the word "fairly". Take that as you will, haha. I'm glad you've been keeping tabs on me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller aswinter05 Posted March 19, 2013 Author Baller Share Posted March 19, 2013 @OB I'm with ya. I thought it was funny. You'll have to let me know when you're up to ski or whatever. I'm always looking for some professional coaching! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller aswinter05 Posted March 19, 2013 Author Baller Share Posted March 19, 2013 @OB I'm with ya. I thought it was funny. You'll have to let me know when you're up to ski or whatever. I'm always looking for some professional coaching! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller MattP Posted March 19, 2013 Baller Share Posted March 19, 2013 What @OB said Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller MattP Posted March 19, 2013 Baller Share Posted March 19, 2013 What @OB said Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller A_B Posted March 19, 2013 Baller Share Posted March 19, 2013 Realize Rossi is In another zip code compared to a beginner and the general rule is that bottom feeders do better with Bindings more forward than pros. I would have no problem telling you to start with bindings at 29.5" to 30.0".... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller A_B Posted March 19, 2013 Baller Share Posted March 19, 2013 Realize Rossi is In another zip code compared to a beginner and the general rule is that bottom feeders do better with Bindings more forward than pros. I would have no problem telling you to start with bindings at 29.5" to 30.0".... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller aswinter05 Posted March 19, 2013 Author Baller Share Posted March 19, 2013 @OB , Seth will be giving lessons at our site on July 20th and 21st. The wife and I just sent our reservations/deposits in today. Not sure how many spots are left, but I could always give you the email of the guy that has made all the arrangements. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller aswinter05 Posted March 19, 2013 Author Baller Share Posted March 19, 2013 @OB , Seth will be giving lessons at our site on July 20th and 21st. The wife and I just sent our reservations/deposits in today. Not sure how many spots are left, but I could always give you the email of the guy that has made all the arrangements. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller Andy Posted March 19, 2013 Baller Share Posted March 19, 2013 @aswinter05, I have a 65 and am about your size. I live straight up 31 into MI. We'll have to get together. Please keep me in the loop for your clinic if space allows. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller Andy Posted March 19, 2013 Baller Share Posted March 19, 2013 @aswinter05, I have a 65 and am about your size. I live straight up 31 into MI. We'll have to get together. Please keep me in the loop for your clinic if space allows. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller aswinter05 Posted March 20, 2013 Author Baller Share Posted March 20, 2013 Hello Beautiful Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller estrom Posted March 21, 2013 Baller Share Posted March 21, 2013 Very nice! I'm jealous here. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller kmenard Posted March 21, 2013 Baller Share Posted March 21, 2013 It really is a good looking ski! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller A_B Posted March 21, 2013 Baller Share Posted March 21, 2013 It completes you.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller dbski Posted March 21, 2013 Baller Share Posted March 21, 2013 Sure is an improvement over my 09 Senate-C. I love the ski but it has to be one of the ugliest skis ever made! At least I was able to hide the ugly with a lot of stickers. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller ForrestGump Posted March 21, 2013 Baller Share Posted March 21, 2013 @dbski I thought the same thing. So over the winter in 09 I asked Sully at Radar if he'd make me a Senate C with the black carbon annex topsheet. I'll be damn, they actually made me a one off and sent it to my local dealer. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller A_B Posted March 21, 2013 Baller Share Posted March 21, 2013 My prototype has an all white top. :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller Bill22 Posted March 22, 2013 Baller Share Posted March 22, 2013 I am thinking about getting a 65" Senate. I think it will bog down in the turns on me at 30mph. I am 132 lb, 5' 11" and 37 years old. What speed will the 65" Senate be good for me and not bog, 32mph? I know I don't want a 67". I'm on a 66" ski now. This year I think I will be skiing in the course about 1/3 to of the time. I have to set up the portable course and take it down every time I want to get on the course. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller ForrestGump Posted March 22, 2013 Baller Share Posted March 22, 2013 @Bill22 I wouldn't worry about that at your weight. What it will do is teach you to keep two hands on the handle and the handle in to your core. Which will help you for years to come. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller Bill22 Posted March 22, 2013 Baller Share Posted March 22, 2013 @ShaneH you're saying, at 130lb go ahead and get the 65" now. No need to wait until I up the speed? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller aswinter05 Posted March 22, 2013 Author Baller Share Posted March 22, 2013 @Bill22 , I'm no expert.... but I did read this Question and Answer interview with Bob LaPoint: "It’s all trial and error, and that’s the thing about testing. You can have ideas that look great on paper, but the bottom line is that you have to go out and ski and see what works. One misconception example is that in order to make a ski faster it needs to be stiff er. But if it’s too stiff you’ll actually lose speed. Also, back in the day, skiers used to believe that you had to have a small ski to keep it in the water, but I think I debunked that back in the ’80s when I was on a ski that was equivalent to the width and surface area of a 70-inch ski when everyone else was riding 65-inch skis. People think you have to have a small ski to get it to turn, but that’s not true anymore. If you’re debating between two ski lengths, I would always recommend going with the bigger size." Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller Bill22 Posted March 22, 2013 Baller Share Posted March 22, 2013 @aswinter05 thanks for the tip. I am not debating between two ski lengths. I am debating between a 65 now or ski on my old ski until August and get the 65 then. I have not had any luck on the 67" skis I tried in the past. I emailed Seth this winter and he said he did not recommend a 67" for me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller A_B Posted March 23, 2013 Baller Share Posted March 23, 2013 At 130 lbs, I would be surprised if the 65" Senate would bog down on you at 30 mph. The 67 sounds too big. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crashman Posted March 23, 2013 Share Posted March 23, 2013 At 155-160 lbs I've skied on a 67" senate 28-32mph and it's about right. I have a 66" Vice and it wants to go faster so speed the boat up this summer I must ( and drop to 150#) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller Bill22 Posted March 23, 2013 Baller Share Posted March 23, 2013 @AB this is good news. I thought maybe I would have to work on my form and advance some before I was ready for a new ski. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller A_B Posted March 23, 2013 Baller Share Posted March 23, 2013 There are a few guys out here that have ridden a SC into 38 off. The ski will be fine. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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