Buyer’s Guide
Park Gear
Ski
- Twin-tip
- Regular camber
- Ideal 80 to 90 mm under foot
- Ideal turn radius between 18 and 21 meters
- Stiffness according to weight (heavier = stiffer ski)
- Lightweight
- Length: between chin and nose while wearing ski boots
Binding
- Adapted to the weight of the skier
- Ski brakes that will have a tight fit (max 10 mm wider than width of ski under foot)
- True-center mount for Park
- Boot center mount for All Mountain
Mogul Gear
Ski
- Side cut that looks like 95–61-85
- Stiffness according to weight (heavier = stiffer ski)
- Light person go with K2 or Moment, Heavier-stronger person go with Élan or ID Ones
- Length between nose and eyes while wearing ski boots
Binding
- Adapted to the weight of the skier
- Ski brakes that will be maximum 75 mm width (tight fit)
- Make sure that the binding is narrow enough as the wide binding will touch the snow when carving and the ski will be useless
- Boot center mount for best result (not true center)
Boots
The best boot is a comfortable boot with a lot of flexibility.
Avoid alpine stiff boots, they will cut the range of motion of absorption and will miss lead take off)
Ski Shops
- Freewheel Cycle – Jasper, AB
- Totem Ski Shop – Jasper, AB
- Skiers Sportshop – Edmonton, AB
- Sundance Ski & Snowboard Shop – Edmonton, AB
- Pacesetter Ski Shop – Edmonton, AB
Equipment Questions or Comments?
Please contact Nic Bazin directly at 1–780-931‑2404
