Which Skis to Buy?

I've found 3 different pairs of used skis that are within my price range. 1) Dynastar Intuitiv 77 skis that are 167cm, Rossignol 10.4 L skis that are 170cm, and Head Classic Carbon Radial skis that 170cm.

I'm female, 5'7", 240lbs, and an average skier. I ski mostly blue slopes, but have attempted a few black.

Hi REMSki. Daft question, but worth asking. Do you have your own boots? If not, I'd recommend not buying the skis and buying a decent pair of boots. If you have got your own boots, I still wonder about buying your own skis, given the level of skiing that you are at. I don't know where you are based, but in the UK (where I am based) it is quite expensive to transport skis by air and so it works out about the same amount of money to rent skis in resort, so I always rent. And hopefully as I improve, I can rent better skis appropriate for my skiing level. If you buy a pair of skis, then you are stuck with them.

Totally agree with Dobby given your level of skiing and the options listed you are buying a ski that is inferior to what can be rented at any shop in the Alps. Some of the skis you suggest are a 2010 design and skis have really moved on since then.

If you really wanted a progressive new toy then the Head Supershape Rally looks like a great ski and you should be able to get away with a 163cm version for your height. These are the sort of ski that will improve almost everyone's skiing. Am not convinced any on your list fit into that category.

I agree with the others, 170cms is to long for your height and experience. Most recommend a ski length between chin and nose but maybe a little longer the better you are. I reckon you may be better sticking with good rented skis (intermediate level) especially if you do not have your own boots.