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Length Matters — How to select the right ski length for you 2024
Choosing the right ski

Length Matters — How to select the right ski length for you 2024

Of all ski attributes, length is the most straightforward. Here’s how to pick the right length for you. Start with your height A good starting point for ski length is for your skis to come up to ab...

Choosing the right skiWhy you shouldn’t consider technology when choosing a ski

Why you shouldn’t consider technology when choosing a ski

Here’s a surprise for ya. At Renoun, we pride ourselves on our patented technology and it's ability to make a smoother ride. So why would I put this on the “unimportant” list? Ski “technology” is ...

Choosing the right skiWhy you shouldn’t consider brand when choosing a ski

Why you shouldn’t consider brand when choosing a ski

I can’t tell you the number of times I’ve heard someone say “I’m surprised this is an XYZ ski!!” because they typically prefer another brand. We’re here to tell you to throw brand loyalty out the w...

Choosing the right skiWhy you shouldn’t consider quality when choosing a ski

Why you shouldn’t consider quality when choosing a ski

Ok, hear me out. Yes, ski quality does matter, but in all my years designing and building skis, I’ve learned this:  Every company has their good models and their cheap models, and every company has...

Choosing the right skiSki Waist Width Explained – How to pick the right width

Ski Waist Width Explained – How to pick the right width

When deciding the right waist width for you, remember you're picking for the conditions you actually ride, not the one you wish you were riding (that's what powder skis are for). Keep in mind that ...

Choosing the right skiSki Camber, Rocker, & Sidecut – Everything you need to know

Ski Camber, Rocker, & Sidecut – Everything you need to know

Camber, rocker, and sidecut. When we design skis, these 3 elements dictate a vast amount of a ski’s performance and feel on snow. Along with waist width, these attributes will play heavily into the...

Choosing the right skiSki Weight – Why a ski’s weight matters (but not that much)

Ski Weight – Why a ski’s weight matters (but not that much)

The weight of a ski can definitely affect your skiing, but don’t let it have the final say in what you pick. Weight differences are (mostly) minimal I will tell you that any weight difference unde...