What is an all-mountain ski?

What is an all-mountain ski?
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An all-mountain ski is a ski that allows you to ski on all parts of the mountain. Not only on the slopes, but also off the slopes. All-mountain skis are developed in such a way that they perform well in all snow conditions and during variable conditions. The ski is wider under the foot and therefore has more buoyancy in powder or slush snow. There are all-mountain skis for beginners, but also for advanced skiers. On this page you can read everything about this type of ski.

FEATURES ALLMOUNTAIN SKI

As the name suggests, the all-mountain ski is a ski that allows you to ski on the entire mountain. This type of ski is not only suitable for on-piste, but also for off-piste. It is a real everyone’s friend. All-mountain skis are also developed in such a way that they perform well in variable conditions and in all snow conditions. Carving and powder skiing are both possible.

There are a number of characteristics by which you can recognize all-mountain skis. Those are:

  • Wider under the foot, from approximately 78 mm.
  • Because the ski is wider, you do not sink into deep snow, but you can also enjoy skiing on the slopes.
  • The front of the ski (Tip or Schauffel) is generally a bit wider.
  • You can ski on and off the slopes.
  • Recommended length: body + or – 5 cm.

MORE BUOYANT POWER

Because the ski is a lot wider under the foot, all-mountain skis have more buoyancy. This buoyancy ensures that you can ski not only on well-groomed slopes, but also in powder or porridge snow and over snow hills that form on the slopes at the end of the day. This also gives extra stability to the ski. Narrower all-mountain skis are more suitable for the piste and the wider the ski, the easier it is to ski off-piste. A longer ski also provides more buoyancy.

BEGINNERS AND ADVANCED

All-mountain skis are suitable for a wide target group. Not only for beginners, but also for advanced users. A real friend to everyone. Here too, the difference depends on the properties and construction of the ski.

BENEFITS OF ALLMOUNTAIN SKI

All-mountain skis have a number of advantages. We have listed these below.

  • The all-mountain ski is a real friend to everyone. The ski skis well and stable on and off piste. Ideal for winter sports enthusiasts who like to do a bit of both during their ski holiday.
  • Suitable for beginners, advanced and experts.
  • Great in powder and great on piste.

Source: www.skiinformatie.nl