For hard snow, bumps and steep groomed terrain, choose slalom race skis. For open bowls, powder and tree skiing, choose giant slalom race skis. Lighter experts (under 150 lb/70 kilos) may prefer short-turn all-mountain or long-turn all-mountain skis.
Most skiers in this category need the precision and power of a race boot, though lighter skiers should look for one of the softer "speed event" race boots.
For hard snow, bumps and steep groomed terrain, choose a softer slalom race ski, mogul ski or short turn all-mountain ski; for softer snow, open bowls and big cruising trails choose one of the softer giant slalom racing skis or a long-turn all-mountain model.
Pick a close-fitting, top-of-the-line boot, but unless you are a strong, heavy skier or spend a significant amount of time in the gates, opt for the model just below the full-on race monster, something with a softer "bumps-and-powder" flex.
For hard snow, bumps and steep groomed terrain, choose a softer slalom race ski, mogul ski or short turn all-mountain ski; for softer snow, open bowls and big cruising trails choose one of the softer giant slalom racing skis or a long-turn all-mountain model. The best of the value performance skis work well. Lighter skiers may prefer a women's performance model. If powder skiing is the goal, look for a ski of broad average width--a soft GS ski, fat ski or hourglass design.
Pick a moderate-flexing front-entry boot with a close, precise fit. Stay clear of race boots unless you plan to compete.
For hard snow, bumps and steep groomed terrain, choose a short turn all-mountain ski; for softer snow and big cruising trails choose a long-turn all-mountain model. The value performance skis work well. Lighter skiers (under 140 lb/65 kilos) may prefer a women's performance model. Consider trying hourglass skis to get a feel for carved-turn technique.
Unless you are big and strong, you'll be more comfortable in a softer-flexing race-style front-entry boot or a stiff hybrid boot from the second family of boots within a line.
The performance value skis will speed your progress; lighter skiers (under 140 lb/65 kilos) may prefer a women's performance model. Consider trying hourglass skis to get a feel for carved-turn technique.
Steer clear of top-of-the-line boots. Instead, pick a sport-level front-entry or hybrid boot.
Value skis are just right for you. If you weigh less than 130 lb/60 kilos consider a women's value ski. There's no need to spend extra mondy on a stiffer ski that may be harder to turn.
Pick a moderate-flexing boot, probably a hybrid, with a close, comfortable fit.
Look for a soft ski in the value skis category. If you weigh less than 130 lb/60 kilos consider a women's value ski.
Pick a moderate-flexing boot with a comfortably close fit.
Think about buying value skis . If you weigh less than 130 lb/60 kilos consider a women's value ski.
And definitely buy your own boots--your ski control and learning rate will improve immensely if your boots fit well.
You should still be renting skis and boots, but may want to move up ten centimeters in ski length.
Rent your gear from the most professional ski shop in town. Your first day will be more fun if the boots fit correctly and the skis have been filed smooth and freshly waxed. Rental shop personnel should help you find a boot that's both snug and comfortable. They should also show you how to buckle the boot and operate the bindings.
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