| Skier Height (ft) Skier Height (cm) Suggested Ski Lengths (cm) | 5’6′′ 168 155-175 | 5’8′′ 173 160-180 | 5’10” 178 165-185 | 6′ 183 170-190 |
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Are 180 cm skis for what height?
| Skier Height (ft’/in”) Skier Height (cm) Suggested Ski Length (Intermediate) | 5’10” 178cm 165-175cm | 6′ 183cm 170-180cm | 6’2′′ 188cm 175-185cm | 6’4′′ 193cm 180-190cm |
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What size skis for 5 7 man?
| User Height (in) User Height (cm) Intermediate Length (cm) | 5’4′′ 163 156 | 5’6′′ 168 161 | 5’8′′ 173 166 | 5’10” 178 171 |
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What size skis do I need 6 feet tall?
| Skier Height (ft) Skier Height (cm) Suggested Ski Lengths (cm) | 5’10” 178 165-185 | 6′ 183 170-190 | 6’2′′ 188 175-195 | 6’4′′ 193 180-200 |
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What happens if my skis are too short?
Having skis that are too short to support your weight will have
a lack of control, lack of response or rebound, and will not absorb the vibration when at a higher speed
.
What size skis for 5/6 woman?
| User Height (in) User Height (cm) Beginner Length (cm) | 5’4′′ 163 148 | 5’6′′ 168 153 | 5’8′′ 173 158 | 5’10” 178 163 |
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What size skis for a 5 foot woman?
| Skier Height Ski Length (cm) | ft / in cm Intermediate | 5’0′′ 152 150 | 5’2′′ 158 155 | 5’4′′ 163 160 |
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What length skis for intermediate skier?
Beginners and intermediate skiers will go for the shorter length in their range (
10 to 15cm under height
) to get a ski that’s smooth and easy to control. Advanced skiers will prefer a longer ski for more stability. Head for the greater lengths (5 to 10cm under height) in this case.
Do I want shorter or longer skis?
TLDR;
Longer skis have more stability and float better in snow, but they also have a larger turning radius
. Shorter skis sacrifice stability (especially at speed) but are quick to respond and easier to make short sharp turns. Short skis turn faster but long skis go faster.
How long should kids skis be?
For sizing kids’ skis, a good rule of thumb is youth skis should come
somewhere between the child’s chest and nose
. If your child is a newbie skier, lightweight for their height, and prefers turning over being speedy, then you’ll likely want to size skis around chest or chin level.
Are shorter skis easier to turn?
Generally speaking,
a shorter ski will be easier to maneuver and turn than longer skis
. A shorter ski will be lighter and easier to control for new skiers. When learning to ski, the focus is on learning to get used to the feel of skis, stay in control downhill, and learn to make turns down the mountain.
Should older skiers use shorter skis?
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.
Are shorter skis easier on your knees?
In saying that
yes shorter skis will be easier on your knees
as there’ll be less leverage on them when turning. However you may find it less satisfying & have more trouble controlling them at speed as shorted skis are less statisfying.
