The answer is simple: the want everyone to buy a season pass. They get most of their money before the first snowfall, and they don't have to hire as many ticket sellers. They also get to open late, shut down early, run fewer lifts, groom fewer runs and reduce services later in the season, or really any time they want. What's the pass holder going to do? Go somewhere else? THEY DON'T CARE. They already have your money, and in fact, probably prefer that you go elsewhere. I have no doubt they view the pass holder as a liability after mid-season. The only upside for the customer is the "break even" point is often only 4-6 days. I'm retired, and get to ski at least 30 days/season on a $450 senior pass. That works out to $15/day. Even if you're working full time, and you're semi-serious about skiing, it's not that difficult to rack up 10-15 days. A $500, $600, or $800 pass is still WAY cheaper than than the $279 for a single day ticket that my "home" resort was charging last year.
@coyoterx600210 күн бұрын
America built a lot of its infrastructure and business off of slave labour so what would be the difference between this resort and anywhere in America?
@alexadams413228 күн бұрын
As soon as I heard the AI voice I knew this video was wrong. I've been skiing for over thirty years. I've skied on every type of ski manufactured. The only difference is short and long ski's is speed. Shorter ski's are slower and longer skis are faster. Thats it. All ski's made today are easy to turn.
@MarcoGalliani-tf7qhАй бұрын
The best video I have seen for novice skiers.
@grizzkid795Ай бұрын
The days of going on a road trip and randomly stopping at resorts with no fixed plans are gone.
@richardpare3538Ай бұрын
At 70 yo now, and only getting to ski a few times a year, my legs are decidedly not what they were 50 years ago when I was racing on 207 CM Dynamic VR17's for slalom. I currently use a short pair ( 158 cm) of the Head full-race FIA slalom skis from 2 years ago ( Head e-SL-RD). At 5' 10"and 175 pounds, I find them to be as perfect a ski as I could dream of - phenomenal grip, easy to carve both short and long turns, responsive to any inputs I give them, including emergency super-tight turns, and even at that sorta length, stability at speed is not problem since they are racing skis.The only thing I wouldn't use them for is powder since they are only 68mm underfoot! For powder or the glades, I go back to my Rossi Experience 88s that float nicely in those conditions. More than likely, a length more suitable to my height and weight if I were young and racing - probably 170-175 cm or so - would be too powerful a ski for my current status of old-fartedness.
@SkiMachineAlpineEngineeringАй бұрын
Clear explanation, thanks.
@mrdjangofreeman5560Ай бұрын
Thx for this good summary 😊
@NexusDL12Ай бұрын
Ski areas will suffer in the future when they start losing skiers because they made it too expensive for them to start learning how to ski. It’ll bite them in the ass someday. Sad situation 😢
@makoko6812Ай бұрын
What? You are telling us landing on 1 snowboard is easier than landing on 2 skis? Thats a joke, right?
@123brinkmanАй бұрын
And one more important thing, Skiing goes faster!!!!
@twirlyhat2 ай бұрын
this video is brought to you by the ski industry. This was pure propaganda for skiing.
@WhyBecause.Ай бұрын
But how do you see that when in first half of the video its literally a pitch for getting a snowboard.
@summitskiingАй бұрын
Did you actually watch the video? I'm curious if you could present some specific reasons as to why you think it's biased. Other than the fact that the Channel is called Summit Skiing and not Summit Snowboarding...
@ReDRockeT111Ай бұрын
I also thought the video was well balanced and unbiased.
@rauliuxaa2 ай бұрын
Should do whichever you like more. I love snowboarding because it's harder start, but once you get the basics and learn edge control, it's way more fun than skiing for me, especially while carving groomers or doing powder, and it's preference, nothing more.
@julieruin37302 ай бұрын
I ski and snowboard and this video is biased crap lol
@summitskiingАй бұрын
In which part is the video unfair to snowboarding?
@julieruin3730Ай бұрын
@summitskiing you're even biased in your questioning omg It's unfair to skiers, because you obviously prefer snowboarding-that's cool. I snowboard and you make valid points about both..but it's clear you're biased towards snowboarding with your take on skiboots and other things I don't remember without going back snd rewatching it.
@summitskiingАй бұрын
Yes, you got me, I assumed you we're referring to snowboarding after the other fellow's comment about it being ski industry propaganda...interesting how one person thinks it's ski propaganda and another sees the exact opposite. Anyways, you're incorrect on the count that I clearly prefer snowboarding - I'm a skier, and have dedicated my life to the sport. Also...my take on ski boots...I think it's fair to say that ski boots are significantly less comfortable than snowboarding boots, especially boots with a high flex rating. If you ski a lot, maintaining your feet in ski boots a constant battle. Skiers bring shoes for apres ski. As someone who both skis and snowboards, I find it hard to believe that you think ski boots are as comfortable?
@julieruin3730Ай бұрын
@summitskiing in 98, when I switched to snowboarding the boots was one of the big selling points for sure lol but i wanted to get my ex and her kids inyo skiing so i started skiing again and the last boots I bought were heat molded salmon and I could have slept in them. Ski boots have come a thousand years since the late 90s.. Admittedly I didn't watch the whole video but the thumbnail depicts snowboarding as harder is kinda misleading because I found skiing easier to learn, but harder in the end (for reasons you've mentioned), and snowboarding harder to learn but easier in the end
@WhyBecause.2 ай бұрын
Overall a very objective and well explained breakdown man!
@WhyBecause.2 ай бұрын
Kids actually pick up snowboarding quite well around and even under the age of 5. I've taught a number of kinds at that age range from zero and with a few lessons they figure it out to the blue slope level rather quickly. And from my experience their excitement when on a board is unmatched.
@summitskiingАй бұрын
That's interesting to know, thanks for the input.
@summitskiingАй бұрын
@@summitskiing@summitskiing In my experience, snowboarding is definitely more frustrating for beginners, which is why kids have a hard time with it. They just tend to get frustrated more easily. But snowboarding culture is way more identifiable for younger folks than traditional ski culture...so definitely worth it if they can push through.
@WhyBecause.Ай бұрын
Well yeah, when teaching you gotta keep it interesting for them. Show some freestyle basics n stuff. Its definitely harder for beginners to get shredding, especially older people.
@perro00762 ай бұрын
My daughter and i do both. We 100% agree. There's no choice. Just do both.
@Puzzoozoo2 ай бұрын
FWIW, I'm learning to ski in a snow dome - Chill Factore @ Trafford Park - and the first rental ski's I used - Head Ambition - for my first few lessons were 143cm, today 5 lessons on I was issued with a HA 150cm ski, and when I enquired at the Snow + Rock shop next to the snow dome to move away from rental to having my own skis, as I'm just about 167cm tall the senior guy recommended a 157 ski - Rossignol Forza 40.
@Nazrahnas2 ай бұрын
Pretty good video with much beneficial information for beginners or anyone new to the "theoretics" of skiing. Being a ski-instructor myself, I note that you also recomend seeking help from one of "us", to which I certainly agree. I myself have also taken classes from many instructors during my life, and it certainly helped me alot. Anyway, when I teach skiing I usually tell them if there is only thing they should take away from the class, is to keep maximum pressure (weight) on the outside ski in the turn. - That is the single most important part of skiing in my oppinion.
@summitskiingАй бұрын
Thanks for the feedback. Yeah, getting lessons really helps speed up the process of becoming a competant skier. I'm consistently amazed at how many bad skiers you see out on the pistes. It's especially true in France, even though there is this incredible training and certification for ski instructors here. Plus, it's like 250 euros a day vs 800 in the US, and you can share that amongst friends.
@perro00762 ай бұрын
I design and make skis. Totally agree. I could also add: when you intend to turn, slide that inside ski forward. Pressure identical on both skis. Get yourself really short skis to practice with. 140-160cm long. Never, ever buy top of the range gear. You will only get the best and what they are designed for when you're pushing them. Only semi professional do that. Mere mortals just don't.
@summitskiingАй бұрын
We did a video on long vs short skis about a year ago. I agree - I started with the most laughable pair of ~165 Atomic Nomad carving skis that we like little popsicle sticks for my 6'3" frame but progressed all the way to the glacier on the Grands Montets with those bad boys. It's served me well going forward. Actually had to learn how to ski to be able to ski in powder and all that good stuff.
@spottedmahn2 ай бұрын
For beginner adult skiers, ditch the chin to forehead rule. Get some 120cm’s & start there. Must easier to maneuver short skis. The professional advice is wrong IMHO.
@mobilemick4202 ай бұрын
id love to have a crack at it
@Bamsebrakar20112 ай бұрын
I have 50 years skiing experience, for allround skiing I’ve always preferred the stability of GS skis. I’m 181 cm tall and my GS skis used to be 195 or 200 cm long, but these days with carving skis they are 185 cm. Longer skis require more technique and strength to turn, but you will ski faster with more control.
@gregh32482 ай бұрын
The perfect ski is a 188cm 110/70/97 cut 5' 9 1/2" 175lbs GS Racer
@markusbrunner91703 ай бұрын
I can't anymore. 04:42 the guy on the right has a jacket. It looks exactly the same as my armada i bought with the pocket money i saved for it as teenager 15 years ago. I still wear it sometimes as working jacket during winter. Reminds me on so many good times but also on things which i think how silly can a human be? 😂 Fuck it the video is on point but my focus is still on the jacket So my personal preference at my actual skiing level (beginner to get a good skier) i love a freetouring /Powder ski at my height and a allMtn slightly shorter. Allmountain for everything except ice and for real powder the 108er i can hike every skitour at home in the alps with it but i also have to say even if i prefer 2-3 turns less with a little bit more speed, i take my real short and light old touringski which is basically way to short for me, if we have to carry the ski and walk with crampons and do a lot of hairpin bends in steep terrain.
@cheeseontoastbrah3 ай бұрын
If your skis arent longer than your height are you even skiing?
@user-hj8te5vf9p3 ай бұрын
I find slightly shorter skis are much easier to ski on and avoid getting tanggled up or even in lift queues, easier to manover . Better for beginners. I am advanced inter but still use shorter lengths.
@highsoflyify3 ай бұрын
Nice One 👍🙌
@raynic11733 ай бұрын
It's pretty funny that not one mention,, from this expert, that I heard, really discussed stiffness. In the old days of skinny skis, stiffness was always a factor next to ski length to be considered. Virtually every characteristic he talked about can be assisted with the right flex.....hmm.
@Shurot7773 ай бұрын
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@snowfanatic3 ай бұрын
Where there are trees, there’s powder or rough terrain. I’d always choose longer skis for freeride if you are skilled enough.
@brianeliel57564 ай бұрын
There is no reason to watch a video with a computer voice
@BrandonIslander4 ай бұрын
I have played ice hockey my whole life and I like short skis better. I feel more comfortable in turns and feel at high speeds I am just as good
@user-fx9gi8em9l4 ай бұрын
When I was borrowing ski gear I was told the ski length should be between your chest and chin, not your chin and top of your head. It definitely works for me. I'm a beginner, I went skiing in Savoy Alps and managed to ski on green and blue pistes. My skis were below my chin. In 6 days of skiing I didn't fall once. There were a couple of occasions where I almost fell, and I think I would have, if the skis were any longer.
@user-zb2st6zi6j4 ай бұрын
When I was a kid, a night skiing pass a Snoqualmie Summit cost $1.50. That is a dollar and fifty cents. Adjusted for inflation, that is about $15 in today's money.
@ziegle98764 ай бұрын
These shitty short skis they sell now are a disgrace. Skis need to be 10 inches longer than your height. But hey, people also paraglide instead of hang glide today.... It is simple: either you control the gear (hang glider, long skis) or the equipment controls you (short carvers, paragliders). Human skills are in short supply everywhere.....
@ziegle98762 ай бұрын
@user-ek2ng7qb6c That is indeed the problem.... General loss of skills & competence.
@ddbear87864 ай бұрын
I find longer skis to be a lot more fun. They are so much more stable. I believe the trend of the really short skis that peaked around the year 2010 will reverse and people will go back to preferring longer lengths.
@giorgiobarchiesi50034 ай бұрын
When I was young, the method for determining optimal ski length was to raise one’s arm, and the ski had to reach the height of your wrist. This is about 30 cm (one foot) above your own height! I was convinced this was wrong, but no ski shop would let you buy a pair of shorter skis. The answer to you protests and reasoning was inflexible: “they are more stable”. Crazy times!
@stieldaddy38464 ай бұрын
I am 6"0 and 205lbs. I have 6 skis from 177 to 190. I love them all. But for fast ripping runs. My 184 and 190's are KING.
@johns31064 ай бұрын
I don’t know where this guys skis, but late February is hardly the “end of the season” in snow country, no matter if you’re in Vermont, Colorado or the Alps!
@KlintonSilvey4 ай бұрын
Skiboards were awesome to learn on when you only had 4 days/year to ski. Then we all moved up to full length but had the basics and confidence down.
@neofloggin36874 ай бұрын
I use 175'ish to 190'ish. I will go as low as 165cm and I am 250lbs. I know, people will say this as BS, but at the end of the day, it is all about your style and comfort
@sillytorque4 ай бұрын
What did you use for the voice over?
@os-qt1hc4 ай бұрын
When I was borrowing ski gear I was told the ski length should be between your chest and chin, not your chin and top of your head. It definitely works for me. I'm a beginner, I went skiing in Savoy Alps and managed to ski on green and blue pistes. My skis were below my chin. In 6 days of skiing I didn't fall once. There were a couple of occasions where I almost fell, and I think I would have, if the skis were any longer.
@lbco52294 ай бұрын
A ski area might be a nice idea to drive tourism, but what might be better would be a little freedom.
@WhirledPeas4 ай бұрын
Generalized BS.
@honzakorbel54514 ай бұрын
Is this AI generated?
@gundriver64394 ай бұрын
"thousands" of years??
@joeblue74 ай бұрын
Enjoyed this review! You guys doing an amazing job describing, and the attention to detail is fantastic! On that note, I’m 5-10 200 pounds, I consider myself an intermediate skier, ski mostly on groomers, comfortable on blacks, double blacks I do very cautiously, and on rare occasions I’ll go off piste. I just came off the Volkl mantras M6 @ 177 cm and they kicked my butt. Not to mention my legs were done at the end of the day, I did enjoy them and they were great, but it was a bit too much. I prefer maneuverability and control over speed. I know many will say that the 172 CM for my stats is a short ski, I really don’t want to go up to the 180cm. Hence the reason why I would like to go with the black edition for more stability considering the two extra rods that I’ve been inserted into the ski, Will the 172 CM be able to sustain my height and weight and still be able to enjoy the mountain? I’m hesitant going with The regular Ripstick 96 as I feel that with my height and weight I may end up getting a lot of instability and chattering across the board. Most of my skiing is done out west, California, Utah. I’m not an aggressive skier, at 46 I am more cautious and alert, considering I’m coming off two rotator cuff surgeries, but I do like to come down bowls and get the occasional speed if the opportunity present itself. Thanks!
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The answer is simple: the want everyone to buy a season pass. They get most of their money before the first snowfall, and they don't have to hire as many ticket sellers. They also get to open late, shut down early, run fewer lifts, groom fewer runs and reduce services later in the season, or really any time they want. What's the pass holder going to do? Go somewhere else? THEY DON'T CARE. They already have your money, and in fact, probably prefer that you go elsewhere. I have no doubt they view the pass holder as a liability after mid-season. The only upside for the customer is the "break even" point is often only 4-6 days. I'm retired, and get to ski at least 30 days/season on a $450 senior pass. That works out to $15/day. Even if you're working full time, and you're semi-serious about skiing, it's not that difficult to rack up 10-15 days. A $500, $600, or $800 pass is still WAY cheaper than than the $279 for a single day ticket that my "home" resort was charging last year.
America built a lot of its infrastructure and business off of slave labour so what would be the difference between this resort and anywhere in America?
As soon as I heard the AI voice I knew this video was wrong. I've been skiing for over thirty years. I've skied on every type of ski manufactured. The only difference is short and long ski's is speed. Shorter ski's are slower and longer skis are faster. Thats it. All ski's made today are easy to turn.
The best video I have seen for novice skiers.
The days of going on a road trip and randomly stopping at resorts with no fixed plans are gone.
At 70 yo now, and only getting to ski a few times a year, my legs are decidedly not what they were 50 years ago when I was racing on 207 CM Dynamic VR17's for slalom. I currently use a short pair ( 158 cm) of the Head full-race FIA slalom skis from 2 years ago ( Head e-SL-RD). At 5' 10"and 175 pounds, I find them to be as perfect a ski as I could dream of - phenomenal grip, easy to carve both short and long turns, responsive to any inputs I give them, including emergency super-tight turns, and even at that sorta length, stability at speed is not problem since they are racing skis.The only thing I wouldn't use them for is powder since they are only 68mm underfoot! For powder or the glades, I go back to my Rossi Experience 88s that float nicely in those conditions. More than likely, a length more suitable to my height and weight if I were young and racing - probably 170-175 cm or so - would be too powerful a ski for my current status of old-fartedness.
Clear explanation, thanks.
Thx for this good summary 😊
Ski areas will suffer in the future when they start losing skiers because they made it too expensive for them to start learning how to ski. It’ll bite them in the ass someday. Sad situation 😢
What? You are telling us landing on 1 snowboard is easier than landing on 2 skis? Thats a joke, right?
And one more important thing, Skiing goes faster!!!!
this video is brought to you by the ski industry. This was pure propaganda for skiing.
But how do you see that when in first half of the video its literally a pitch for getting a snowboard.
Did you actually watch the video? I'm curious if you could present some specific reasons as to why you think it's biased. Other than the fact that the Channel is called Summit Skiing and not Summit Snowboarding...
I also thought the video was well balanced and unbiased.
Should do whichever you like more. I love snowboarding because it's harder start, but once you get the basics and learn edge control, it's way more fun than skiing for me, especially while carving groomers or doing powder, and it's preference, nothing more.
I ski and snowboard and this video is biased crap lol
In which part is the video unfair to snowboarding?
@summitskiing you're even biased in your questioning omg It's unfair to skiers, because you obviously prefer snowboarding-that's cool. I snowboard and you make valid points about both..but it's clear you're biased towards snowboarding with your take on skiboots and other things I don't remember without going back snd rewatching it.
Yes, you got me, I assumed you we're referring to snowboarding after the other fellow's comment about it being ski industry propaganda...interesting how one person thinks it's ski propaganda and another sees the exact opposite. Anyways, you're incorrect on the count that I clearly prefer snowboarding - I'm a skier, and have dedicated my life to the sport. Also...my take on ski boots...I think it's fair to say that ski boots are significantly less comfortable than snowboarding boots, especially boots with a high flex rating. If you ski a lot, maintaining your feet in ski boots a constant battle. Skiers bring shoes for apres ski. As someone who both skis and snowboards, I find it hard to believe that you think ski boots are as comfortable?
@summitskiing in 98, when I switched to snowboarding the boots was one of the big selling points for sure lol but i wanted to get my ex and her kids inyo skiing so i started skiing again and the last boots I bought were heat molded salmon and I could have slept in them. Ski boots have come a thousand years since the late 90s.. Admittedly I didn't watch the whole video but the thumbnail depicts snowboarding as harder is kinda misleading because I found skiing easier to learn, but harder in the end (for reasons you've mentioned), and snowboarding harder to learn but easier in the end
Overall a very objective and well explained breakdown man!
Kids actually pick up snowboarding quite well around and even under the age of 5. I've taught a number of kinds at that age range from zero and with a few lessons they figure it out to the blue slope level rather quickly. And from my experience their excitement when on a board is unmatched.
That's interesting to know, thanks for the input.
@@summitskiing@summitskiing In my experience, snowboarding is definitely more frustrating for beginners, which is why kids have a hard time with it. They just tend to get frustrated more easily. But snowboarding culture is way more identifiable for younger folks than traditional ski culture...so definitely worth it if they can push through.
Well yeah, when teaching you gotta keep it interesting for them. Show some freestyle basics n stuff. Its definitely harder for beginners to get shredding, especially older people.
My daughter and i do both. We 100% agree. There's no choice. Just do both.
FWIW, I'm learning to ski in a snow dome - Chill Factore @ Trafford Park - and the first rental ski's I used - Head Ambition - for my first few lessons were 143cm, today 5 lessons on I was issued with a HA 150cm ski, and when I enquired at the Snow + Rock shop next to the snow dome to move away from rental to having my own skis, as I'm just about 167cm tall the senior guy recommended a 157 ski - Rossignol Forza 40.
Pretty good video with much beneficial information for beginners or anyone new to the "theoretics" of skiing. Being a ski-instructor myself, I note that you also recomend seeking help from one of "us", to which I certainly agree. I myself have also taken classes from many instructors during my life, and it certainly helped me alot. Anyway, when I teach skiing I usually tell them if there is only thing they should take away from the class, is to keep maximum pressure (weight) on the outside ski in the turn. - That is the single most important part of skiing in my oppinion.
Thanks for the feedback. Yeah, getting lessons really helps speed up the process of becoming a competant skier. I'm consistently amazed at how many bad skiers you see out on the pistes. It's especially true in France, even though there is this incredible training and certification for ski instructors here. Plus, it's like 250 euros a day vs 800 in the US, and you can share that amongst friends.
I design and make skis. Totally agree. I could also add: when you intend to turn, slide that inside ski forward. Pressure identical on both skis. Get yourself really short skis to practice with. 140-160cm long. Never, ever buy top of the range gear. You will only get the best and what they are designed for when you're pushing them. Only semi professional do that. Mere mortals just don't.
We did a video on long vs short skis about a year ago. I agree - I started with the most laughable pair of ~165 Atomic Nomad carving skis that we like little popsicle sticks for my 6'3" frame but progressed all the way to the glacier on the Grands Montets with those bad boys. It's served me well going forward. Actually had to learn how to ski to be able to ski in powder and all that good stuff.
For beginner adult skiers, ditch the chin to forehead rule. Get some 120cm’s & start there. Must easier to maneuver short skis. The professional advice is wrong IMHO.
id love to have a crack at it
I have 50 years skiing experience, for allround skiing I’ve always preferred the stability of GS skis. I’m 181 cm tall and my GS skis used to be 195 or 200 cm long, but these days with carving skis they are 185 cm. Longer skis require more technique and strength to turn, but you will ski faster with more control.
The perfect ski is a 188cm 110/70/97 cut 5' 9 1/2" 175lbs GS Racer
I can't anymore. 04:42 the guy on the right has a jacket. It looks exactly the same as my armada i bought with the pocket money i saved for it as teenager 15 years ago. I still wear it sometimes as working jacket during winter. Reminds me on so many good times but also on things which i think how silly can a human be? 😂 Fuck it the video is on point but my focus is still on the jacket So my personal preference at my actual skiing level (beginner to get a good skier) i love a freetouring /Powder ski at my height and a allMtn slightly shorter. Allmountain for everything except ice and for real powder the 108er i can hike every skitour at home in the alps with it but i also have to say even if i prefer 2-3 turns less with a little bit more speed, i take my real short and light old touringski which is basically way to short for me, if we have to carry the ski and walk with crampons and do a lot of hairpin bends in steep terrain.
If your skis arent longer than your height are you even skiing?
I find slightly shorter skis are much easier to ski on and avoid getting tanggled up or even in lift queues, easier to manover . Better for beginners. I am advanced inter but still use shorter lengths.
Nice One 👍🙌
It's pretty funny that not one mention,, from this expert, that I heard, really discussed stiffness. In the old days of skinny skis, stiffness was always a factor next to ski length to be considered. Virtually every characteristic he talked about can be assisted with the right flex.....hmm.
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Where there are trees, there’s powder or rough terrain. I’d always choose longer skis for freeride if you are skilled enough.
There is no reason to watch a video with a computer voice
I have played ice hockey my whole life and I like short skis better. I feel more comfortable in turns and feel at high speeds I am just as good
When I was borrowing ski gear I was told the ski length should be between your chest and chin, not your chin and top of your head. It definitely works for me. I'm a beginner, I went skiing in Savoy Alps and managed to ski on green and blue pistes. My skis were below my chin. In 6 days of skiing I didn't fall once. There were a couple of occasions where I almost fell, and I think I would have, if the skis were any longer.
When I was a kid, a night skiing pass a Snoqualmie Summit cost $1.50. That is a dollar and fifty cents. Adjusted for inflation, that is about $15 in today's money.
These shitty short skis they sell now are a disgrace. Skis need to be 10 inches longer than your height. But hey, people also paraglide instead of hang glide today.... It is simple: either you control the gear (hang glider, long skis) or the equipment controls you (short carvers, paragliders). Human skills are in short supply everywhere.....
@user-ek2ng7qb6c That is indeed the problem.... General loss of skills & competence.
I find longer skis to be a lot more fun. They are so much more stable. I believe the trend of the really short skis that peaked around the year 2010 will reverse and people will go back to preferring longer lengths.
When I was young, the method for determining optimal ski length was to raise one’s arm, and the ski had to reach the height of your wrist. This is about 30 cm (one foot) above your own height! I was convinced this was wrong, but no ski shop would let you buy a pair of shorter skis. The answer to you protests and reasoning was inflexible: “they are more stable”. Crazy times!
I am 6"0 and 205lbs. I have 6 skis from 177 to 190. I love them all. But for fast ripping runs. My 184 and 190's are KING.
I don’t know where this guys skis, but late February is hardly the “end of the season” in snow country, no matter if you’re in Vermont, Colorado or the Alps!
Skiboards were awesome to learn on when you only had 4 days/year to ski. Then we all moved up to full length but had the basics and confidence down.
I use 175'ish to 190'ish. I will go as low as 165cm and I am 250lbs. I know, people will say this as BS, but at the end of the day, it is all about your style and comfort
What did you use for the voice over?
When I was borrowing ski gear I was told the ski length should be between your chest and chin, not your chin and top of your head. It definitely works for me. I'm a beginner, I went skiing in Savoy Alps and managed to ski on green and blue pistes. My skis were below my chin. In 6 days of skiing I didn't fall once. There were a couple of occasions where I almost fell, and I think I would have, if the skis were any longer.
A ski area might be a nice idea to drive tourism, but what might be better would be a little freedom.
Generalized BS.
Is this AI generated?
"thousands" of years??
Enjoyed this review! You guys doing an amazing job describing, and the attention to detail is fantastic! On that note, I’m 5-10 200 pounds, I consider myself an intermediate skier, ski mostly on groomers, comfortable on blacks, double blacks I do very cautiously, and on rare occasions I’ll go off piste. I just came off the Volkl mantras M6 @ 177 cm and they kicked my butt. Not to mention my legs were done at the end of the day, I did enjoy them and they were great, but it was a bit too much. I prefer maneuverability and control over speed. I know many will say that the 172 CM for my stats is a short ski, I really don’t want to go up to the 180cm. Hence the reason why I would like to go with the black edition for more stability considering the two extra rods that I’ve been inserted into the ski, Will the 172 CM be able to sustain my height and weight and still be able to enjoy the mountain? I’m hesitant going with The regular Ripstick 96 as I feel that with my height and weight I may end up getting a lot of instability and chattering across the board. Most of my skiing is done out west, California, Utah. I’m not an aggressive skier, at 46 I am more cautious and alert, considering I’m coming off two rotator cuff surgeries, but I do like to come down bowls and get the occasional speed if the opportunity present itself. Thanks!
Clear explenation Thanks