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How do you choose the right length for Åsnes touring skis? | Guide for BC skis
How do you find the right length for your Åsnes touring skis?
Choosing the right length for touring skis is crucial for comfort and control in mountain terrain. The length is affected by body height, weight, terrain type and whether you are carrying a heavy pack. Here you will find a complete guide with recommendations and tables for Åsnes BC skis.
Body length and weight: Basic starting point.
Terrain: Shorter skis for hilly terrain, longer for open mountains.
Experience: Beginners often enjoy shorter skis.
Packing: Heavy sleds or backpacks require longer skis.
Ski type: Wide skis can be chosen slightly longer than body length.
Shorter skis provide better maneuverability in difficult terrain.
Lighter skiers → shorter skis.
Heavier skiers or heavy luggage → longer skis.
Wide models such as Kongsvold, Falketind 62, Rabb 68 : choose about 5–10 cm longer than body length.
Nansen BC, Nansen Waxless, Cecilie BC
Person height | Weight (kg) | Ski length |
|---|---|---|
-160cm | -55 | 170cm |
155–165 | 55–65 | 175 cm |
160–175 | 60–70 | 180cm |
170–175 | 65–75 | 185 cm |
175–180 | 70–80 | 190cm |
180–185 | 75–85 | 195cm |
Ingstad BC, Ingstad Waxless, Tonje BC, Breidablikk Hunter BC
Person height | Weight (kg) | Ski length |
|---|---|---|
150–160cm | -55 | 165 cm |
160–170 cm | 55–65 | 175 cm |
170–180 cm | 65–75 | 185 cm |
180–190cm | 75–90 | 195cm |
190–200cm | 90+ | 205cm |
Amundsen BC, Liv BC, Gamme 54 BC
Person height | Weight (kg) | Ski length |
|---|---|---|
-170cm | -70 | 180cm |
170–180 cm | 70–80 | 190cm |
180–190cm | 80–90 | 200cm |
190+ | 90+ | 210cm |
The choice of ski length is a combination of body height, weight, terrain and personal preference. Follow the tables as guidelines, but adjust to your needs.
