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by Bill Jones, Ski Instructor CSW #14: "For my height I need skis of a certain length." There was a time when this statement
was gospel, and there is still some truth in it. But there are many factors that
give skis their overall characteristics. These include longitudinal and
torsional flexibility Thus it has become more important to try out skis before buying. Ski manufacturers sponsor "demo days" in early season for this purpose and some maintain tryout facilities at ski areas. Rental of demo skis is another option, as is just renting skis, in which you can have the best pair for the conditions on any given day. Ski magazines often provide results of tests made on various models, usually published in early fall. main CSW contents
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or stiffness, variations of width along the ski length,
bottom camber (separation of skis when placed base to base) or rocker (where
skis flare apart when placed base to base), nature of ski tip
and tail, type and mounting position of bindings, weight, and of course length.
Selecting a pair of skis is also dependent on how one likes to ski and in what
conditions of terrain and snow texture.