This is your guide to choosing the best gear for your skiing style and ability. We can offer you our best knowledge, but to ultimately get exactly what you need come in and visit our expert staff and they'll have you skiing in no time!

Skis

When choosing skis, you much first take into account what type of skier you are. The following will help you determine your skier type.

-Type I Skier:
• "Cautious Skiing at lighter release/retention settings"
• Ski conservatively
• Prefer slower speeds
• Prefer easy/moderate slopes
• Applies to entry level skiers uncertain of their classifications

-Type II Skier:
• "Moderate Skiing at average release/retention settings."
• Ski moderately
• Prefer a variety of speeds
• Ski on varied terrain, including most difficult trails
• All skiers who don't meet ALL the classifications of a Type I or Type III skier

-Type III Skier:
• "Aggressive skiing at higher release/retention settings.”
• Ski aggressively
• Normally at higher speeds
• Prefer steeper and more challenging terrain


Boots

Ski boots are the single most important piece of equipment for skiing. They should fit snug without hurting your feet and have wiggle room in the toes. If your boots hurt or are too loose, it will make your whole ski trip miserable. When trying on boots, always wear the socks you will wear while skiing. This will provide you with exactly the right fit. Also, having the wrong boot size will affect your ski control
Begin with one full size smaller than your normal street shoe
The boot lining will expand while skiing, so this should be pretty snug when you first put the boot on
Stand up and move your body from side to side. There should be no pressure points, if there are, get a size bigger
Bindings
The bindings are what attach your boots to your skis. Bindings should be adjusted at the beginning of every ski season because they are fitted for height, weight, and ski ability. Do not try to adjust your bindings yourself, please come in and have our expert staff adjust them for you.

Poles
Poles are used as a form of stability and timing when making turns. Many people often make the mistake of overlooking the use of poles but if you use them it will greatly enhance your turning. When picking the right size, follow these basic steps:

• Turn the pole upside down so that the handle is pointed towards the ground and the basket is pointed towards the ceiling
• Grab right under the basket
• When holding your arms at your side, they should make a 90 degree angle with your forearm parallel with the ground

Accessories
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