Right size? 160 or 167

[Thrillkil]

I am 5'10", 130 Lbs. There are two boards available for me to buy from my friend: a 2001 160 Factory prime, or a 167 FP. I am 16 and want some room to grow. I would like to know by tonight. Thanks.

[Weasel]

I would take the 167. if you catch the 160 on a soft day a nose roll could be in your future. I love my 168 ultra prime and 173 Factory prime. I am however a couple of pounds ahead of you.

:rolleyes:

-Weasel-

[Pre School Rider]

Thrillkil,are you looking to freecarve or race,or both? The 160 is a Slalom board,it'll turn quicker,ride better at up to Mach 1,and be at disadvantage doing long,drawn-out arcs,but it's likely better suited to your weight. The 167 will be more versatile in terms of speed,but will not want to nimbly manuver through a slalom course.The 167cm will do well as a biggish freecarver,and would be o.k. as a weekend-warrior G.S. racer. The big issue is have you put your paws on either of these boards,and have you then flexed them? At your weight,that's a something to consider...

[Thrillkil]

Yeah, I'm just looking to freecarve. Racing is a second priority

[Dan]

The 167 will be a better ride for you. It will be easier to learn on (less twitchy) than the shorter board, and will be more stable at high speed.

My $.02
-Dan

[Jack Michaud]

he knows what he's talking about! he is a veteran professional instructor.