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Kid Binding Recommendation: Skiers that weigh under 50 pounds (23kg) and/or use ski boots under size 23.0 Mondo should be using a low DIN binding (range almost always is .75-4.5) that works with children's boots, found with any 4 level binding. Common examples are SL 45, LR 4.5, or the Look Team 4 Ideal Target Skier: Developing Young Skier: Anywhere from first timers to advanced youth skiers, that still have a lot to learn about skiing. They might ski fast sometimes, and have a blast, but aren't comfortable with some areas of the mountain. Skier Ability: Beginner to Advanced Juniors: Versatile for basically all levels of junior skiers, from first timers on bunny slopes to seasoned advanced level skiers hanging out with mom and dad in the back bowls. Speed: Controlled: Usually a moderate speed because of a lot of back and forth on the hill, or sticking to the lower pitch runs. Skis designed for slower skiing can still be skied more aggressively by lighter skiers (especially juniors). Approximate sidecut - 103-65-90 All Head Junior skis have a very versatile sidecut, making it the perfect all-purpose ski. The preferred learning tool for modern carving lessons. The perfect ski for your child. Because it is a lightweight ski, make sure you add a lightweight binding. Adult skis and bindings are a serious no-no's for kids. This ski should be sized about chin height, strong intermediates and above can go slightly longer. If your youngster is particularly heavy you can go up 5cm or so but no more. And most importantly, never ever buy a ski too long for your youngster, it is much better to have her on a ski too short next year than too long this year.
There is no reason for a junior to ever have a ski above nose height. |
