Skiing is one of the most common winter hobbies. The success of riding them will depend on the selected equipment. The length of the skis is determined based on the height of the athlete and their purpose.
Instructions
Step 1
If you prefer the classic move, then the skis should be 20-30 cm longer than your height. You can determine the length of the skis in one more way: you need to stretch your arm up and subtract 10 cm from the resulting height. Skis for skating style are slightly shorter than for classic … The athlete's height is added 15-20 cm. For beginner skiers, the equipment can be even shorter.
Step 2
When choosing skis for a child, keep in mind that a large margin in length will create inconvenience when skiing. Also consider not only the height of your child, but also age and weight. For younger students, the length of skis should be no higher than the elbow; for older students, the same rules apply as for adults. Pay attention to the weight of the child. For kids weighing up to 20 kg, skis should be about 70-80 cm, from 20 to 30 kg - 90 cm, 30-40 kg - 100 cm. If a child is just starting to ride, then long skis will be a big hindrance.
Step 3
Alpine skiing has become very popular nowadays. They are represented by a huge variety of models. Depending on the type of movement, they are divided into several categories.
Step 4
Racer skis for professional riders, designed for downhill skiing on steep sports tracks, as well as alpine skis for sports slalom, should be 10-15 cm shorter in length than the athlete's height. In this case, slalom skis must be provided with a small god cut (7-15 mm in radius).
Step 5
Skis for ski cross, or pistes with a length of 1200-1500 m with a detour of various figures and significant differences in altitude, must have a side cut with a radius of 17-21 mm. In this case, the length of the skis, as a rule, is equal to the height of the rider or may be shorter by 10 cm.
Step 6
Carving skis designed for downhill slopes should be 65-68 mm wide at their narrowest point. Their length should be 15-20 cm shorter than the height of the skier.
