How to choose a ski baby
Children's skis should be selected according to the height and weight of the young skier, as well as the material from which they were made, the brand and other nuances - which one, we will tell in our article.
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Top ski makers for kids
Skis should be made according to the requirements of GOST and international quality standards. On this depends the safety and life of the child. Therefore, choose only products of proven brands.
The best children's ski manufacturers are:
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Fischer;
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Head;
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Atomic;
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Salomon;
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Nordway.
What material should skis be
In the production of children's models are used more simple materials and technologies, compared with older models. This does not mean that such products are bad. Just a child can not appreciate the advantages of the latest technology. Moreover, the use of equipment and materials that do not correspond to the skills of a young skier increases the risk of injury.
Most often skis for children are made of plastic or wood.
Plastic skis
These products are durable and reliable. They accelerate well and are great for children who know how to ski. Plastic models do not need water-repellent impregnations, because, unlike wooden ones, they do not soak and do not spoil under the action of liquids.
Virtues
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Low weight;
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It can be used during frosts and at zero temperature;
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Good gliding properties;
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Durability.
disadvantages
- High price.
Wooden skis
Models of wood have good stability. With their help, the child can quickly move and keep balance. The sliding speed of wooden skis is less than plastic skins, so they are great for young children and beginners.
Such products must be treated with special means to protect them from moisture. If the tree becomes wet, it quickly deteriorate, becomes rough and loose. In addition, wet snow sticks heavily on wooden models.
Virtues
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Low cost;
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Good stability.
disadvantages
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Have a small margin of safety;
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Skiing wood harder plastic models.
Before buying it is important to understand which models your running child needs: running or mountain. Cross-country skis are suitable for skiing on a flat and good surface, and mountain skis - for driving from slopes, on pristine snow and uneven, mountainous surface.
Which cross-country skis to choose
Cross-country skis are:
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Ridge - not suitable for small children, because they require certain riding skills. Sliding occurs when a skier, like a skater, is pushed off from the surface by the inner edge of the product. At the same time the ski track should be wide and well rammed. Riding skis can be used by teenagers and adults.
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Classic - suitable for children older than three years. This is the easiest and safest form of cross-country skiing.
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Universal - suitable for skating in ridge and classic styles.
Depending on the age and weight of the child, the size of the skis is determined:
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3-6 years. It is impossible that the length of the runners greatly exceeded the growth of the child. With growth of 1 m or 1.1 m, their length should be 1 and 1.1 m, respectively, and with growth of 1.15 and 1.2 m - 1.2 and 1.3 m.
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6-11 years old. The length of the product is calculated from the height of the “skier”, to which 15–20 cm is added. For example, if a child is seven years old and his height is 1.2 m, the recommended length of skis should be 1.4 m.
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11 years and older. At this age, you should choose skis as well as adult products. Skis for classic sliding should be more than a child's height by 20 cm, models for ridge skating - by 10 cm, and for universal skating - by 15 cm.
What to look for when choosing a mountain skis
The size is determined according to the height, weight, and skills of the child:
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If a young athlete is lighter than 20 kg, the length of the ski bars should be about 70 cm.
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With a weight of 21–30 kg, models with a length of 90 cm will suit the child, and with 30–40 kg, one meter.
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If the child is taller than one meter, the ski bars in the upright position should reach to his nose. But if the child is a bad skier, he needs shorter runners, which in an upright position will reach his chin.
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The better the child is skiing, the greater can be their length.
The choice of skiing also depends on their level of rigidity. The “softer” model, the more it is suitable for small and inexperienced children. Conversely, products with a high level of rigidity are designed for confident users.
Tips for choosing
Before you buy, pay attention to the type of fasteners. For babies, they often use soft mounts (from a leather belt) designed for ordinary winter shoes. But they can slide off and get confused. Therefore, it is better to choose semi-rigid (metal) methods of fixation. Remember, the older and more experienced a child, the harder it should be fastening.
Children 3-5 years old can not buy a stick for skiing. The main task of “athletes” at this age is to learn how to balance and stand on skis, and excess equipment may even interfere.
Pay attention to the ski poles of aluminum. Often their length can be adjusted, which means they will last you longer.
Do not buy ski boots and growth poles, otherwise it may cause injury to the child.
In the following articles, our experts tell how to choose skiing and secrets selection of cross country skis.
Attention! This material is the subjective opinion of the authors of the project and is not a guide to purchase.
