McBike explains how to select the correct length of xc ski
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- Опубліковано 5 жов 2024
- Peter from Mcbike in Smithers BC explains how to select the correct xc classic ski for your weight and height. He shows how the shop uses its testing board to fine tune the fit to the skier. There are many factors to consider including weight, height and intended use of the ski such as track set vs off track.
This is definitely the best XC sizing video I’ve seen, too bad you guys aren’t in Ontario. Thanks for the help.
Thanks for the video. But wouldn't it be more accurate if she was holding her poles; and wearing her ski clothing, backpack, boots, and bindings? Obviously, all those items will have a different mass from her running shoes alone.
I believe there are actually two factors to look at, namely: 1)the inherent stiffness of the ski, as determined by its design (materials and construction) and 2) the length of the ski. Some skis of the same length but different brands can have a different camber (e.g. double camber with distinct wax pocket) in terms of how high the skier is off the ground and how much force it takes to compress it. Some newer designs allow for shorter, more maneuverable skis, than older more traditional designs. But in any case, the method you use to find the right pair is good. The length and thickness of the kick wax cab also make a big difference. I like Madshus for its low and long camber design.
Well, there are many ski designs for different conditions and riding preferences. Once you choose the preferred style, then you can use this video advice to determine the correct length of your chosen skis for your weight.
What about for skin skis? Would the paper test still work?
You know your stuff - thanks for you time
Very helpful, thanks!
Thank-you!! Now I know what's potting :)
Very good video!! Thank you!!
How much did your model weight? just curious if I can go for the same skiis and have them shipped>
Nice upload...Very helpful, thanks! Best wishes and good luck from new freind..
Great video!! I am currently looking for some new skis and I have discovered that my current skis are 10 cm shorter than they should be and that the piece of paper does not move under the skis. Any advice? I measure 180 cm and I am thinking of acquiring some 210 cm skis. Thank you
I think it would be best to go to a shop and select the correct skis with their assistance.
How thick is the filler gauge?
Thanks for the awesome video, helped me a lot! I have a question though. How would you fit skin-based skis like the Salomon Aero 9 or the Rossignol R-Skin? The ones I looked at were very tight, even paper was hard to go through, even with a very light person on top of skis that were meant for heavy persons. Thanks!
@Thiago Joshua Yup, I have been watching on flixzone for months myself :D
I dont like to do this with out a binding. As pictured the gal is in street shoes with no bindings. The sole of the xc boot and the binding plate change how the ski flattens and you want to make sure to get that balance point of the binding pivot right too.
this is the way they did it in the old days.
these are classic skis
so professional with the paper :P lol great video tho!
We only use paper on non wax skis as it hard using a feeler gauge when you test to see if the skier can compress the ski . When testing waxable skis we always use feeler gauges.
mcbikesmithers no I know I undertand it's just a little funny :) I learnt lots about this tho so don't take me as a troll
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