Ski-ABC
Camber:
... is called the preload of the ski.
Flex:
... is the hardness/deflection of the ski. The flex is a point to determine the sportiness of a ski. Roughly speaking, the harder the flex, the sportier, the softer, the more comfortable a ski is.
Rebound:
... The rebound describes the restoring of the ski after a turn. In the curve, the ski is bent (stretched like a bow). When relieving at the end of the curve, the ski rebounds back to the starting position. The stronger a rebound is, the sportier the ski usually is. And the weaker the rebound, the more comfortable a ski can be.
Rocker:
... is always installed with the aim of improving the ski's turning ability. For piste skis, it describes an extended shovel bend that begins at the widest point of the ski and extends to the tip of the ski. The advantage of this design is a kind of power steering effect. For example, a rocker ski with a length of 180 cm turns about as easily as a conventional ski with a length of 160 cm, without sacrificing smoothness in turns. In total, however, there are as many different rocker designs as there are ski types.
Ski boot sizes:
|
MP |
EU | UK |
MP |
EU | UK | |
| 15.5 | 25 | 7,5 | 26.0 | 40,5 | 7,0 | |
| 16.5 | 26,5 | 8,5 | 26.5 | 41 | 7,5 | |
| 17.0 | 27,5 | 9,0 | 27.0 | 42 | 8,0 | |
| 17.5 | 28 | 10,0 | 27.5 | 42,5 | 8,5 | |
| 18.5 | 29 | 11,0 | 28.0 | 43 | 9,0 | |
| 19.5 | 30,5 | 12,0 | 28.5 | 44 | 9,5 | |
| 20.0 | 31 | 13,0 | 29.0 | 44,5 | 10,0 | |
| 20.5 | 32 | 1,0 | 29.5 | 45 | 10,5 | |
| 21.0 | 33 | 2,0 | 30.0 | 45,5 | 11,0 | |
| 21.5 | 34 |
3,0 |
30.5 | 46 | 11,5 | |
| 22.0 | 35 | 3,5 | 31.0 | 47 | 12,0 | |
| 22.5 | 36 | 4,0 | 31.5 | 47,5 | 12,5 | |
| 23.0 | 36,5 | 4,5 | 32.0 | 48 | 13,5 | |
| 23.5 | 37 | 5,0 | 32.5 | 48,5 | 13,5 | |
| 24.0 | 38 | 5,5 | 33.0 | 49 | 14,0 | |
| 24.5 | 38,5 | 6,0 | 33.5 | 50 | 14,5 | |
| 25.0 | 39 | 6,5 | 34.0 | 51 | 15,0 | |
| 25.5 | 40 | 7,0 | |
Sandwich construction:
… has nothing to do with sandwiches, but describes that different materials such as wood, metal, carbon or fiberglass fabrics are stacked on top of each other symbolically like bread, salad and cheese and are pressed together at high pressure and heat. This can happen in a variety of ways and with different "ingredients", which in the end leads to very different skiing characteristics of the ski.
Sidecut:
... is the waist or the dimensions of the ski. The sidecut gives you information about the turn radii for which the ski was designed. For example, 126-69-111 (scoop-ski-center-tail in mm) is a classic sidecut for slalom skis. For example, 116-71-102 is a classic giant slalom ski sidecut. A sidecut for an all-mountain ski is roughly a giant slalom sidecut, only slightly wider over the entire length of the ski (129-81-109). However, there are also mixed forms such as a multi-radius sidecut, which is made up of a slalom shovel and a giant slalom ski end. For freestylers in the fun park, there are also symmetrical sidecuts, such as 116-85-116, so that reversing does not become a problem.
Sidewall:
... is called the sidewall of the ski. It not only ensures the longevity of the ski, but is also responsible for damping the edge, among other things.
Ski bindings:
How much does binding assembly cost?
Nothing, that's what we call customer service.
How long does it take to assemble?
We assemble the binding on the day of the order - this does not delay delivery.
How is the binding mounted?
If you specify the sole length of the ski boots, we will mount the binding. You will find corresponding fields in the order form.
If you only give us your shoe size, it is also possible to mount it. However, there are length deviations between the boot models, so we cannot guarantee that your ski boot will actually fit into the binding.
Please note that the binding must be adjusted exactly in any case in the specialist shop!
Without specifying, we send skis and bindings unassembled or - if possible - in such a way that they can be adjusted to any boot.
Will the binding be discontinued?
No. For a safe adjustment, skis, boots and skiers are required. The binding must therefore always be adjusted in specialist shops. Anyone who claims the opposite is negligent with your safety.
A "rough preset" does not replace in-store checking. Don't do it yourself! Without electronic verification, you are putting your security at risk. In a good specialist shop, the binding adjustment costs a maximum of 10.00 euros.
How do I adjust the binding myself?
Preferably not at all. Due to different frictional resistances of the ski boots, the actual release value can deviate by up to 30% from the value on the binding scale. A "rough preset" does not replace in-store checking. Don't do it yourself! Without electronic verification, you are putting your security at risk.
Which bond is right for me?
The most important criterion for ski bindings is that your personal Z-value can be adjusted at all for a binding. The Z-value is a mathematical value that is determined on the basis of riding ability, age, weight, height and shoe sole length. This value is set for all 4 binding parts and checked electronically.
When choosing bindings, it does not mean that the higher the Z-value, the better the binding! That's why we've put together a little decision-making aid for you here, so that every skier finds the right binding.
Children:
10 to 55 kg: binding adjustment range 0.75 – 4.5
24 to 75 kg: binding adjustment range 2.5 – 7
Normal skiers:
up to 80 kg: binding adjustment range 2 – 9
30 to 100 kg: binding adjustment range 3 – 10
40 to 115 kg: binding adjustment range 3 – 11
sporty skiers:
up to 100 kg: binding adjustment range 3 – 10
49 to 115 kg: binding adjustment range 3 – 11/12
55 to 130 kg: binding adjustment range 4 – 13/14
Racing skiers:
up to 70 kg in the children's area: binding adjustment range up to 10
45 to 105 kg: Binding adjustment range 3 – 11/12
50 to 105 kg: Binding adjustment range 4 – 11/12
50 to 115 kg: Binding adjustment range 4 – 13/14
from 100 kg or for extreme racing use:
Binding adjustment range 5 – 15 or more
All information without guarantee! The size, shoe sole length and age also have an influence on the binding setting value!
Ski lengths:
Ski lengths depend on the skiing ability, weight and preferences (skiing style) of the skier, as well as the design of the ski. For these reasons, it is hardly possible to make general recommendations. As a guide, however, one can say:f
Children's skis:
Depending on the age and skiing ability of the children, about chest to maximum chin height.
Absolute beginners:
Approx. 20 cm below height
Advanced riders:
Depending on your riding style, between 15 cm and 5 cm under body height
Sporty skiers:
For experts, a strong distinction must be made between the selected ski models and the preferences of the skier. Race carvers, all-round carvers, all-mountain skis and skiercross models are usually ridden with a maximum body length to a minimum height of -10 cm. RS racing skis are skied at least body-length.
Slalom carvers can be skied in any length. The rule of thumb here is: the shorter the ski, the more snappy it becomes. The longer it lasts, the more all-rounder it rides. However, it makes little sense to go beyond height.
Ski pole length
| pole lenght | height |
| 70 cm | up to 103 cm |
| 75 cm | 104 - 110 cm |
| 80 cm | 111 - 117 cm |
| 85 cm | 118 - 124 cm |
| 90 cm | 125 - 132 cm |
| 95 cm | 133 - 139 cm |
| 100 cm | 140 - 146 cm |
| 105 cm | 147 - 153 cm |
| 110 cm | 154 - 160 cm |
| 115 cm | 161 - 167 cm |
| 120 cm | 168 - 175 cm |
| 125 cm | 176 - 182 cm |
| 130 cm | 183 - 189 cm |
| 135 cm | from 190 cm |
Torsional stiffness:
... describes how much a ski twists around the longitudinal axis when it is driven in a turn. The higher the torsional stiffness, the more precisely the ski keeps the track, but the fewer mistakes the ski forgives.
Woodcore:
... is the wood core. It is available in different versions. As a full woodcore or as a partial wood core. The wood core is the heart of the ski and clearly determines the skiing characteristics through its composition or design.
Result:
All of the above terms or characteristics and their "mixing ratio" result in the skiing characteristics of a ski. So housands of options are conceivable that lead to a wide variety of ski characters. That means, there are no good and bad skis, but not every combination suits every skier.
We have taken this variety into account in our dream ski finder, so that the optimal ski for your needs is always suggested based on your input.
Spares
Where can I get spare parts for my ski boots?
In specialist shops on site. If you send us your shoes and we may have to send the shoe back without suitable spare parts, it will simply be too expensive. Older heel plates and buckles in particular are no longer available from many manufacturers.
Please note that the plastic of the ski boots contains plasticizers, without which the material becomes brittle. Over the years, these plasticizers evaporate, so that the ski boot – especially in the cold – can suddenly burst without warning during the ride. This repeatedly leads to serious accidents.