This is something I notice that not enough manufacturers do, produce the same ski experience for all sized skiers. Wh don't more manufacturers do it? It is expensive, more expensive molds, more time involved and more R&D. It is easier with a ski that has 138/98/118mm dimensions to keep those numbers the same and just adjust for three or four lengths. But think about the effort that another manufacturer puts in when they have 4 length skis that go from a tip range of 133-139mm, a waist that ranges from 97-102mm and a tail from 115-120mm. By doing this a smaller skier will have the same experience as an average sized one along with the big guy.
When looking at skis, this is something that little and big guys should consider, especially after reading reviews by skiers that usually ski the middle or reference size. Here are some manufacturers that go this extra but important extra step, Atomic, Armada, Head, Nordic. and Scott. Now not all models from all of these manufactures are this way so take a look at each option individually.
When looking at skis, this is something that little and big guys should consider, especially after reading reviews by skiers that usually ski the middle or reference size. Here are some manufacturers that go this extra but important extra step, Atomic, Armada, Head, Nordic. and Scott. Now not all models from all of these manufactures are this way so take a look at each option individually.
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