Want to know how the differences between one ski to the next?
Want to find the best ski type for your next Wisconsin ski adventure?
.........Review the Wisconsin Skier's guide to comparing the different types of skis!
Downhill Skis:
1. All Mountain - Also referred to as all terrain, this type of ski is best for groomed trails and beginner to moderate ski types.
2. Powder - This type of ski is best for side country skiing and for is for deep powder conditions and is typically used by advanced skier levels.
3. Alpine Touring - Also known as randonee or abbreviation AT, this type of ski is best for back country skiing where the bindings allow the skier's heel to move freely when traveling uphill and stay locked in when traveling down.
4. Telemark - With a similar build to a cross country ski, the heel remains free entirely. The ski is more lightweight and made for off-piste (back country) adventures.
5. Free Style - Known by many names from free ride to park and pipe. Their most notable feature being their twin tips, these skis are best used for performing tricks and riding both forward and backward on groomed terrain parks.
6. Race Skis - Skis constructed for competitive racing purposes.
Ski manufactured names vary from company to company.
If any of your favorite ski types were missed, feel free to comment below.
