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[Snowman82]

Hey just a quick question. Got a pair of Fischer excursion 88s this fall. Haven’t used them yet due to lack of snow in my area. I am second guessing my choice in length. I’m 5-9 165lbs and I got the 189 length. I normally ski flat rolling terrain in the Canada Maritime provinces and will normally be skiing with a pack. Just wondering if I should have gotten the 179s? Thanks in advance

[Woodserson]

You're all set

[Snowman82]

You're all set

Thanks I was having severe buyers remorse lol

[エイダン.シダル]

I'm 190 with similar skis, but won't have much in the pack, so we may total the same weight, or close. Should be fine.

[Snowman82]

I'm 190 with similar skis, but won't have much in the pack, so we may total the same weight, or close. Should be fine.

Thanks appreciate it

[エイダン.シダル]

I'm 190 with similar skis, but won't have much in the pack, so we may total the same weight, or close. Should be fine.

Thanks appreciate it

Just be aware I haven't skied them yet, so there's no expertise here! Shared optimism, maybe.

I got 189 Fischer S Bound Outabound 88s second hand, unused.

[John Dee]

189 is rated for 176-231 lbs. The weight is meant to be after you are all dressed up with boots and everything. You will be close to that before you even put your pack on. People suggest getting the bigger size or even sizing up for better glide, float, and less scale drag.

[Snowman82]

189 is rated for 176-231 lbs. The weight is meant to be after you are all dressed up with boots and everything. You will be close to that before you even put your pack on. People suggest getting the bigger size or even sizing up for better glide, float, and less scale drag.

Great insight. No snow in the long range though

[lilcliffy]

Hello and welcome Newbie!
(Another Maritime Nordic ski tourer!)
Just curious- is there a reason for why you are concerned that the 189cm 88 is too long?
Gareth

[Snowman82]

Hello and welcome Newbie!
(Another Maritime Nordic ski tourer!)
Just curious- is there a reason for why you are concerned that the 189cm 88 is too long?
Gareth
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Just reading and watching videos and just kind of was seconding guessing my choice is all.