burntPiston Posted February 19, 2017 Share Posted February 19, 2017 After several years off the water, I've been free-riding a '14 Theory 65" for the past 2 seasons, and I'm just not loving it. It feels like it takes a lot of effort. It does seem to wake up a bit as speed increases, but overall not as fun as I expected or want. I know the Theory was well-liked, but I'm thinking about picking up a basic Connelly (HP?) or similar to compare with. Anyone have similar experience with the Theory or thoughts on a ski to replace it? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller Wayne Posted February 19, 2017 Baller Share Posted February 19, 2017 What speed and line length are you skiing? Are you free skiing or course skiing? How tall are you and how much do you weigh? These will all be factors in determing if you are on the right size ski. If it's too small for your weight and speed, that would be why the effort feels so high. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Administrators Horton Posted February 19, 2017 Administrators Share Posted February 19, 2017 The Theory is a great ski if it is the right size. The Connelly HP is actually a lower level ski than the Theory. If you want to go Connelly you would want to look at the "V". 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...
burntPiston Posted February 19, 2017 Author Share Posted February 19, 2017 Generally under 30mph, 15 off, free skiing only. I'm 5'8", 145lbs. Not sure another inch of the same ski would change much. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller Luzz Posted February 21, 2017 Baller Share Posted February 21, 2017 @burntPiston I would highly consider the 67" HO CX and its Superlite version. That ski rips!! Given you are skiing under 30mph, the size will be on point, and if/when you decide to bring into the course, the ski turns and generates angle quite easily. Truly a crossover ski. I skied on one for some photo shooting and the way the ski turns both ways was impressive! Ski coach at Jolly Ski, Organizer of the San Gervasio Pro Am (2023 Promo and others), Co-Organizer of the Jolly Clinics. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller Wayne Posted February 21, 2017 Baller Share Posted February 21, 2017 For the speed you are at the 65" is a little small. I would agree with moving up to a 67". Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller pumpinpete Posted February 21, 2017 Baller Share Posted February 21, 2017 +1 on 67" - less drag for you Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
burntPiston Posted February 22, 2017 Author Share Posted February 22, 2017 Thanks, all...I'm on the hunt for something bigger. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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