The shorter the ski, the easier it is to turn. The optimal length will be between the chest area and shoulders.
Ski instructor tip:A ski that is too short should not be chosen as you will lose stability and reliability while turning as you have a shorter edge grip.
Intermediate skiers should choose a ski length between their shoulders and chin.
Ski instructor tip:If you are deciding between a choice 2 different lengths, then choose the longer one. All of our skis have Rocker systems! This means that the ski at the tip of the shovel is curved upwards. So in effect the ski is will act like a shorter ski. A ski with a rocker tip of 10 % is 10% shorter in turning length. This makes turns a lot easier but the ski will use the whole edge through the turn which increases stability.
Experienced skiers can use a ski that comes up to their nose.
Ski instructor tip:Optimal ski length will also play a role in various snow conditions. If you are going on holiday between December and February then we recommend a longer ski as the pistes are more hard packed and sometimes icy. A longer ski will provide a longer edge grip and hence more stability. If you are skiing in March/April then we recommend a slightly shorter ski. When the snow is softer, you will need more energy to turn therefore a shorter ski is easier. You will also not be travelling as fast.
Sporty skiers have power, endurance, condition, coordination and skills to choose any ski they choose. It is important to pick a ski that has good stability. Pay particular attention to the radius of the ski. Short radius are slalom skis. Long radius are giant slalom skis.
Ski instructor tip:It all depends on your skiing technique and the model of the ski. If you ski with short turns then choose a slalom ski. This ski length is generally shorter. Short codes for these skis are ST, SL and SC. If you prefer a longer turn then choose a giant slalom ski. These are longer and should reach the top of your head. You can ski faster and a longer edge grip in turns and more stability. Short codes for these skis are GS, LT, RS and RC.
The race skier knows exactly what they want! Slalom skiers choose a short ski which is durable and agile but one that also explodes out of the turns. In comparison a giant slalom skier will choose longer ski with a smaller sidecut and a long radius. This is because a longer has more stability, reliability and smoothness at high speeds.
Ski instructor tip:Choose a designated race model. Stability and agilty are the most important factors.
The Völkl PEREGRINE RXT is a popular allround ski - a must have in any ski hire shop. The ideal Ski for everyone. Sporty skiers can pu teir foot down. It is easy to turn and tolerant coming out of turns. In short - an exemplary ski!
2.731 Kilogramm
at 168cm
The Voelkl Ski PEREGRINE RXT skis are once again back this winter! With a new black-white-orange design, the PEREGRINE RXT ski is technically the same ski as it's predecessor. Skiers have been impressed with this ski for years as they are easy to manoeuvre, they hold throughout the turn and can be used by those who ski leisurely but also those who like something a bit more sporty. If you are looking for a ski that you can enjoy at your leisure but still push your own boundaries from time to time, this is your ski. That's the information from our site manager at the Sölden Ski Hire.
The Völkl PEREGRINE RXT ski is somewhat lighter than other sportier models and therefore perfectly suited to women. After all, nobody likes to carry their equipment to the lifts! Though it is lightweight, there is zero compromise in structure: it has a wood core giving it a stiffer flex, offering the skier the stability and edge grip that is needed to ski that little bit harder and faster.
The Völkl PEREGRINE RXT has a turning radius of 16.8m with a ski length of 173cm, making it perfect for medium to long turns. However the skis will also respond quickly and accurately should you need to make shorter turns on the tougher pistes. Exactly why the Völkl PEREGRINE RXT is loved by those who use it. An excellent ski with a huge fun factor!
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