The optimal length for your ski depends on your height, weight, skiing style and ability. There is no exact formula for the right ski length, but a good rule of thumb is that a ski should reach between your chin and the top of your head.
Below is a simple guide to choosing the length of your next ski based on your height. Note that an all-mountain or freeride ski should often be longer than a piste ski. This is due to the wider skis' construction, where their front tip lifts off the snow earlier (rocker) compared to a piste ski to ensure better flotation in deep snow. The increased amount of rocker also reduces the ski's contact with the ground and it is therefore beneficial to choose a ski with more length to ensure edge grip in turns.
As mentioned earlier, there are a number of different parameters to consider when choosing the length of your next ski. Here's a quick overview of reasons to choose a shorter or longer ski.
A shorter ski will be the bottom of the range as seen in the chart above. For example, a beginner with a height of 175cm will need a piste ski of about 160cm.
If you have any questions about ski lengths and ski types, feel free to contact us at 97122965 and we'll be happy to talk about the right set of skis for your needs.
