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Ski Size GuideUpdated 6 days ago

Picking the best ski length for you can be as daunting as picking the ski itself. Check out the video for advice from our product manager, Josh, on choosing the right length.

As explained in our video guide above, choosing the right ski length depends on a mix of different factors. On a basic level, height, weight and ability should give you a good idea of what length of ski you should go for.

As a rule of thumb, start with a ski around nose to eyebrow level height.

If you are just starting out, or at an intermediate level, then we suggest that you take some length off. If you’re a more advanced/expert skier, then we suggest you should push your ski length towards your full height or even further. If you are heavier than the average weight for your size, feel free to add some ski length as well.


SKI SIZE CHARTS:

Skier Height (cm)Skier Height (Feet'Inches)
Suggested Ski Length 
1304'3115-125
1354'5120-135
1404'7130-140
1454'9135-145
1504'11140-150
1555'1145-160
1605'3150-165
1655'5155-170
1705'7160-175
1755'9165-180
1805'11170-185
1856'1175-190
1906'3180-195
2006'7185-204

 

Go towards the lower end of our suggested range if:

  • You’re a beginner or an intermediate looking to progress quickly.
  • You want to make even quicker, shorter turns more easily.
  • You will spend most of your time on hard snow.
  • You have a cool head and like to keep the revs down.
  • You’re so tall, none of our skis are long enough for you.

Go towards the higher end of our suggested range if:

  • You ski pedal to the metal
  • You’re skiing fast and aggressively in off-piste conditions.
  • You weigh more than average for your height
  • You plan to do most of your skiing off-piste
  • You want to look like a FWT athlete in the lift line

If you’re still unsure after reading this size guide, please get in touch with us on our live chat and we’ll be happy to find the right length for you! 

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