Ski selection

How to choose skis

This is one of the most important criteria to consider.

To improve your skills, learn, and enjoy the experience, it is essential to choose skis based on your level.

It is therefore essential to determine your technical level to make the best choices according to ski selection criteria.

Experience levels

BEGINNER
Skiing is a completely new world for you. It’s a mix of leaning from one side to the other and snowplow.
You mainly ski on green or blue slopes.

INTERMEDIATE
You are starting to gain more confidence in turns and parallel skiing.
You ski on red slopes.

ADVANCED
Skiing is your field of excellence. Your technique allows you to experience intense sensations both on piste and in fresh snow.
You feel confident on all types of terrain and skilled in various turning techniques.

EXPERT
You are not limited by the color of the slopes.
You can handle any slope, knowing there is always room for improvement.

Which height to choose

Ski length depends on:

  • height
  • discipline
  • skiing style
  • experience level

A beginner skier tends to choose skis 10 to 15 cm shorter than an expert skier for easier handling.

An expert skier, on the other hand, opts for longer skis to achieve greater stability and performance.

Weight also affects the choice:

  • a heavier skier may prefer longer skis
  • a lighter skier can choose slightly shorter skis

For an even more precise choice, it is important to consider the discipline and style practiced.

Which turning radius to choose

The turning radius represents the maximum curve radius that can be achieved with the ski (under ideal conditions, without slipping).

This value indicates whether a ski is designed for:

  • short turns
  • medium turns
  • long turns

It depends on the ski's sidecut, meaning the measurements of the tip, waist, and tail.

In general:

  • ski for short turns → radius about 13 meters
  • ski for long turns → radius about 19 meters

The choice mainly depends on discipline and level:

  • A beginner will prefer a shorter radius for better speed control
  • An expert skier, focused on speed, will choose a longer radius