Downhill Skis

Beginner: If you are a beginner on the ski slope, we recommend that you choose a comfortable ski with a good grip to make turning easier. It is also usually easier to manoeuvre a slightly narrower and softer ski. If you’re completely new to skiing, refer to this guide to learn the basics of the actual skiing process.

Medium level skier: A common mistake is that medium level skiers buy skis that are below their abilities, rather than slightly above their abilities. Of course, it’s a matter of taste, but it often prevents you from developing your skiing. Higher speeds require a pair of harder skis and higher torsional rigidity, i.e. the ski’s ability to withstand the force of turning sideways.

Advanced skier: For advanced skiers, speed is often the most important thing, and for this it's important that the ski feels safe and stable when you’re going really fast, no matter where you're skiing. It is important to have really high torsional rigidity. Choosing a soft or hard ski is more a matter of taste and depends on the type of skiing you are going to do. It is wise to invest a few SEK more to get a pair of high-quality skis.

In order to ski as well as possible, it is important that your skis are the right length. A rule of thumb is that the ski should be about 10 centimetres shorter than your height. But you should also consider your level and body strength. In most cases, the heavier or more experienced you are, the longer and harder your skis should be.