How to Choose the Right Ski Length | BLISTER

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How do you know what ski length is best for you? And why does it matter if your skis are too short or too long? Choosing the right ski length is tricky, but getting it right makes a huge difference.
In this BLISTER “How To” video, our managing editor, Luke Koppa, explains the most important factors to consider, what you should and shouldn’t worry about, and more.
How to Think About Ski Length (written version): blisterreview.com/recommended...

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[@shwesoni]

Ski gear youtube needs Blister!

[@user-qz8cu3li4z]

Best video you can find in KZbin explains what the ski length really is.

[@TheMirrorVision]

More Blister videos like this please! You already put out the best written content, and can take over video content on KZbin too!

[@blisterreview]

Thanks! Will do!

[@mellestacy]

I wish something like the effective edge or running length was posted with the blister review specs to have an empirical comparison between the skis. I’ve been doing a mini gear lab experiment with my quiver and noticed that most of my skis, when decambered, have the same (or very close) running length even though they range from 165 to 174cm. I feel like that metric alone could help me and others choose which length of skis to buy!

[@patrickchase5614]

Love the m-Pros as the "too long" ski (except that they're not too long. They're objectively perfect in every possible way. Especially the 105 / Pro Rider).

[@thomasmedeiros5722]

Way back when I started mounting bindings the term “ cord length “ was a straight line measurement from tip to tail. The center of that measurement was known as “ Mid-Cord “ Ski boots didn’t have “ midsole marks. Mounting jigs used a toe line so if a manufacturer didn’t provide a boot toe line on the top sheet you had to find the mid cord to establish a mounting position. This of course was on traditional skis. The standard method for fitting a skier was to have then raise their arm up and the proper length ski tip was at their wrist. The average length for men was about 205 cm. At 5’5” I skied 195-198 slalom and 201-203 GS ski. I enjoy today’s technology and find 167 -176 cm length’s very easy to ski.

[@nathanclair3495]

Coming next week: How to Choose the Left Ski Length

[@ronaldp4]

I like how you demonstrate with skis that we can go research and view specs etc. to confirm your points! (What ski is at ~3:50? Wildcat?)

[@blisterreview]

That's the Moment Bibby Pro (2011-2012 graphic); predecessor to the Wildcat

[@ambientauras]

Have you guys reviewed the Line Bacon 115 yet?

[@Schnitzel2887]

I think an opportunity was missed here that it could have also been "Coldie-Locks"... cause of the snow 😂

[@src248]

I just go with 103 cm from tip to boot center on almost everything I ski, that's my goldilocks length. Rocker in the tips and/or tails? Is there a ski with rocker in the tail but not the tip? Could be fun actually

[@JayantW55]

I am 5'7". I used to ski very comfortably on Salmon Stance 90 in 176cm. But I don't find K2 MB 89ti in the same length similar comfortable. It may have to do with the turn radius like you said.

[@peterross1071]

Are the MB stiffer? That may be why. I have the Stance 90 also but in 182 and I'm 183 so very manageable for me, haven't skied the MB to.

[@peterross1071]

Just got Rossignol Rallybird 92 skis for partner, seem to be longer than expected, must be straight tape measurement. Salomon seem to measure material length. Confusing!

[@adamparietti4128]

luke and dylan are both about ~150-155lbs - how much of a diff does rider weight have?

[@SportyandMisty]

With the general guideline of a ski coming to between your chin and top of your head, is that (a) while you stand barefoot, (b) in sneakers, or (c) in ski boots?

[@blisterreview]

Typically, it's while you stand barefoot or just with socks on

[@AllenSmithe]

Will Goldie Luke be at the Summit?? 😢

[@Tanner731]

how does luke feel about rossingol changing the blackops 118?

[@thatmarcusallen]

They're just lightening up the tips right?

[@EggsTeaSea]

where did you find that? I ski the 2020? gamers.

[@thatmarcusallen]

@@EggsTeaSea Rossi reps with loose lips haha

[@Tanner731]

@@thatmarcusallen its going to sender 110 construction and lame sender graphics. removing a bunch of the rubber in the layup

[@thatmarcusallen]

@@Tanner731 damn. I like my sender 110s, but the BO118s are special. Might have to buy another pair of BO118s before they’re gone for good.

[@the_dunedain.]

Ski length is measured from the balls

[@BigPurpleSkiSuit]

if they aren't taller than you, you suck (I skied skis that were shorter than me today and I suck)