Liberty VMT82 sound right for me?

[Paul Lutes]

At 160 1bs and 6'1" I've found the 179 length to be perfect, but I'm old and stiff. Seems like the 172 would be good for the OP.

 

[Prosper]

I think you would be delighted with the 165, it is something I have accused the shorter White Outs of, as being an ‘easy SL’. FIS/rec SL sidecut, with an all mountain width and flex. I’m 185 and 5’10”, and I thought the 172 was as short as I would go for a daily driver that can handle on/off piste (which is slightly hypocritical, because I probably spend most of my time on 165 SLs, even here in CO). The 2020 version of VMTs add a stringer of titanal (from 2 to 3), so a bit more stability. As Phil would say ‘you’ve struck oil, stop drilling.’

Sounds like 165cm is the right length. Since I’m going to be in the bumps, trees and mixed conditions as much, if not more than groomers, I think this year’s slightly softer version will be better for me. I’m willing to give up a higher top end for more user friendly and versatile for the conditions and terrrain I’ll be using them on most. Now to find the best deal possible.

 

[Ron]

technically, thats a 3rd stringer of VMT. it just makes the tips and tails a tad bit more stiff but it doesn't change the superb feel of the ski nor does it make it demonstrably more stiffer. That said, if you can find a leftover, grab it.

 

[coskigirl]

Sounds like 165cm is the right length. Since I’m going to be in the bumps, trees and mixed conditions as much, if not more than groomers, I think this year’s slightly softer version will be better for me. I’m willing to give up a higher top end for more user friendly and versatile for the conditions and terrrain I’ll be using them on most. Now to find the best deal possible.

I think I got the last or one of the last 165s that Ski Essentials had but you might shoot them a PM just to confirm they don't have a pair hiding. Also, for your searching, the ski is actually the V82 and VMT is acronym for Vertical Metal Technology which is part of the construction.

 

[Prosper]

Pulled the trigger and ordered the V76 165cm from Totem Pole Ski shop at the recommendation of @James. Got Tyrolia Railflex 12 bindings from @dawgcatching and Phantom from @dovski off the Pugski Marketplace. Hopefully the snow will hold up at A-basin and Breck and I'll be able to test them out before too long.