| What is a carving ski?
Compared to a traditional "straight" ski, carvers are much wider at the tip, narrower in the waist and more flared in the tail.
It is this shape or geometry that makes the ski, ski for you!
Simply - just tilt the skis onto their inside edge and let the ski carve the turns for you.
Less effort is needed, you have more control, more confidence and loads more fun.
Because of their shape and construction they give the impression of being longer than they actually are, hence you ski
them shorter.
"Power steering at your feet!"
"That good."
"Yes!"
Carving skis are:
- lighter =
less effort
- skied
shorter = easy to turn
- stable =
more confidence
- predictable = reassuring
- versatile = more freedom
- easy to use = fun for all
- affordable = for all budgets
Who can benefit from
them?
Everybody -
from beginner right through to experts. it does not matter if you ski slow,
cautiously, hard or fast. Whatever your ability or style, we have the right ski for you.
Remember
that if you have never tried carving skis before you should hire a pair. Our
hire charge is £50 for 11 days which includes padded ski bag and poles at no
extra cost.
What length should
I have?
As a guide
carving skis can be skied anything from 5-25cm shorter than straight skis,
generally down to head height or just above is recommended.
For example
if you used to ski, say a 190cm ski, the general rule is that you would come
down to approximately a 180 cm ski as they give the impression of a longer ski
you have more versatility and control without loss of speed.
Shorter
skis are easier to turn, easier to control and are less tiring very short skis
are great fun for very tight turning and whizzing around and just mucking about
for venturing around the slopes too shorter a ski can lead to loss of stability
at higher speeds, especially when you need speed up when schussing. Off
piste or in deep powder you can lose flotation.
Long skis
will give you lots of speed. they are harder to turn and control. if you do not
have the height, power or experience/technique to push the ski you will have less stability and
control. they also can be very hard work.
A taller, more
athletic, aggressive skier who likes speed would choose a longer ski.
If you are light or cautious or a beginner, and not concerned with speed. then you should go for less than head height.
Please remember this is only a guide.
Choosing the right ski and the correct length is dependant on height, weight, ability and technique.
If you are not sure and want to know more, please do not hesitate to phone,
e-mail,
or come in to speak to us. We will be happy to advise.
You may not
enjoy your holiday if you choose skis
that are too long, too short or not right
for you.
Manufacturers 
www.atomic.at
www.volkl.com
www.salomonsports.com
www.head.com
www.tyrolia.com
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