Stiffness is an important parameter when choosing skis. Choosing a stiffness that is not suitable for your level and style will make the ski more difficult to handle and you will get much less comfort and pleasure from skiing. The stiffness of the skis is calculated taking into account the properties of the nose of the skis, as well as the middle and heel.
Instructions
Step 1
The stiffness of skis can be of those types: soft or soft, medium or medium, as well as hard or hard. The stiffer the skis, the more speed you can develop on them with less effort. Soft skis are more comfortable to handle. Their middle will usually be pressed against the snow, which causes additional recoil, so on the one hand, the speed will be slower, on the other hand, the control is simpler and more convenient.
Step 2
Stiffness also depends on how much you weigh and how long your skis are. The more a person's body weight, the more rigid skis he should choose. For each ski manufacturer, the ratio of stiffness to body weight is different, so when buying skis, be sure to read the recommendations specified in the company's product catalog.
Step 3
The length of the skis, also called the size, is an important indicator when choosing the stiffness of the skis. For the classic style of riding, it is generally calculated by the formula: height in cm + 25-30. For skating style, you need to add 10-15 cm to height. This indicator is adjusted depending on the purpose of purchasing skis: for high-speed running or slow walks.
Step 4
Skis also differ in the preferred type of snow cover. If you usually ride in freezing temperatures on hard and sufficiently wet snow, then it is better to take the harder skis. Soft to medium skis are suitable for dry, fresh and fluffy snow.
Step 5
If you prefer the skating style of skiing, then the harder skis are for you. The fact is that when there is a push off by the foot, there should be a small distance between the middle part of the ski and the snow. If the ski is pushed through, and this gap disappears, the running speed will decrease significantly. For the classic style, softer skis are usually bought.
Step 6
For a child, if he is not a skier, buy soft and not very long skis, a similar choice is recommended for all beginners. The larger the size of the skis, the harder and faster they are, but it will be difficult for inexperienced people to control them.
