realskiers

Yep...I think Jim is right on...165.....those Contact 9 could be very appealing.

Now for those hard snow mornings on your Wateas...

Move the LD12 bindings into their forward position and ski that sucker like a slalom ski...go ahead, trust it. Keep you hands out in front of your body so you can see them at all times....no go rip a few!
I say this because mine in the 176 length are surface mounted. I had them re-mounted 2cm forward and oh boy...what a difference. Ski it centered, ski it hard.....even at the length....it feels very responsive on hard pack and soft snow both.

Ok, so when you buy the Contact 9, bring it with you to Real Skiers 3 this year.....would love to get it a ride!

Best,
Gary