How long should bump skis be?
The length of the ski should never be shorter than your nose and come up to the eyebrow. Older competitive athletes: It is optimal to have 2 different pairs of skis, one for Park, and one for Moguls.
Are shorter skis better for seniors?
Shorter ski lengths that are easy to control are best for older skiers and when choosing they need to factor in their height, skiing style, skiing terrain, flex pattern, swing weight, as well as their experience level.
How long should my skis be chart?
Ski Sizing Chart
| Skier Height (ft) | Skier Height (cm) | Suggested Ski Lengths (cm) |
|---|---|---|
| 5’2″ | 158 | 145-165 |
| 5’4″ | 163 | 150-170 |
| 5’6″ | 168 | 155-175 |
| 5’8″ | 173 | 160-180 |
Are shorter or longer ski poles better?
As skiers we inevitably encounter a variety of terrain. In pushing ourselves to greater extents, every advantage we can get increases our confidence and there by our performance. A longer pole will get you to your drop in quicker, and a shorter pole will keep you balanced and in rhythm when you get there.
What size ski poles do I need 5 9?
Ski poles also help you to balance while you’re skiing, or just waiting in the lift line….Ski Pole Size Chart.
| Skier Height | Pole Length Inches | Pole Length Centimeters |
|---|---|---|
| 5’10” – 6’0″ | 50 | 125 |
| 5’7″ – 5’9″ | 48 | 120 |
| 5’4″ – 5’6″ | 46 | 115 |
| 5’1″ – 5’3″ | 44 | 110 |
What size skis do you recommend for Boomers?
For Boomers we are seeing great results with all-mountain mid-fat skis that have 82mm-89mm in width underfoot in a 150cm – 160cm length for men and 146cm – 156cm for women.
Are shorter skiers better skiers?
For Many Skiers A Shorter Ski Can Have A Significant Advantage Over A Longer Ski. There are many reasons why a shorter ski can have a significant advantage over a longer ski. For example, if the skier is older, doesn’t want to ski fast, prefers mogul and powder terrain versus groomed runs, is fearful or has anxiety,…
How do I choose the length of my ski?
Given our target demographics (Baby Boomer and older skiers) and their skiing goal (moguls and powder inside a ski area boundary) the following ski length selection guidelines apply: How you choose the length of your ski should be based primarily upon your age, skiing style, terrain preference, fitness level and how frequently you ski.
Is the ski length specific to your target audience?
It is specific to our audience. Given our target demographics (Baby Boomer and older skiers) and their skiing goal (moguls and powder inside a ski area boundary) the following ski length selection guidelines apply: