Adult Ski Sizing Chart

For any skier there is no "one perfect length" ski. We recommend starting based on your weight and skier ability, then modifying the length based on how aggressive the skier is and the terrain the skier prefers to ski in. Height does play a role in some situations but has the smallest impact on choosing the correct length for most skiers. Please use the following charts to determine the best length for your needs.

Adult Ski Chart

Weight (lbs)	Beginner	Intermediate	Advanced/Expert
100-109	139	143	147
110-119	144	146	150
120-129	146	150	154
130-139	150	154	159
140-149	154	159	163
150-159	160	164	169
160-169	165	169	173
170-179	170	174	178
180-209	172	176	180
210-219	175	178	180
220+	178	180	182

*If height is greater than 6'2" and weight is less than 170lbs start with 170lbs category. If height is less than 5'2" and weight is greater than 150lbs start with the 140lbs category.

Once a base length is determined we make two final modifications.

Skiing Style

Cautious	minus 3 cm
Average	no change
Aggressive	plus 3 cm

 *Skiing style is not determined by skill range.  Many athletic beginners may choose aggressive if they are prefer to ski fast but are still learning technique.  Advanced skiers may choose cautious if they prefer to ski at lower speeds and are primarily concerned about control.

Skiing Terrain

Groomed/Frontside	no change
All Mountain	plus 3 cm
All Mountain/Powder	plus 6 cm
Freestyle	plus 3 cm

 

Once a final length is determined any ski within 3cm longer or shorter is the ideal range for a skier.  If a final length is 174cm, then skis 171-177cm are in the ideal range.  If two lengths of a ski fall into an ideal range the shorter length will typically offer more control where the longer length will offer more stability at speed.