Today, not summer, but winter sports are so popular, which is very obvious. Increasingly, people go not to the southern resorts, but to the snow-capped mountains, where you can ski well and stretch.
How to choose the right skis so that the trip brings only positive emotions, and how to avoid the troubles associated with the wrong choice? This is what we will talk about today in our article.
So, let’s take a look at all types of skis in order.
All skis are divided into several groups:
By target audience
When choosing skis, you need to pay attention to the function that they will perform.
This leads to another division:
Professional skis (marked “Sport”).
Only people who are serious about skiing can afford such skis. As a rule, such skis are light in weight. Also, each type of such skis is designed for different snow conditions.
Recreational skiing (marked “Fitness”).
This type of ski is recommended for those who first skied or for those who cannot call themselves a professional skier. Such skis are slightly heavier than professional ones, which will allow you to stay on your feet more confidently. In addition, their price is low.
Tourist (marked “Touring”).
Tourist skis are intended exclusively for tourist walks. Such skis are very heavy, wide, and on the bottom surface they have some notches that can avoid slipping.
By way of travel
Here the division occurs according to the number of driving styles:
Classic (marked “Classik” or “Cl”).
The usual way to ride on a knurled track.
Skate (marked “Skate” or “Sk”).
With this type of riding, the skier slides his skis on the snow like skates on ice. The driving style is distinguished by its fast speed.
Combined.
The ability to move both skating and classic, depending on the desire.
By building type
There are classic and carving skis. Classic skis are straight skis, while carving skis have a more pointed nose and thick ends, which is very convenient for beginners, because such skis are more stable.
According to the material produced
As a rule, skis are made of two types of material – plastic and wood. To date, plastic skis have gained great popularity, because they are more durable and durable.
