Skier Weight (lb) | Ski Length (cm) |
Skating | Classic | Touring |
100 - 110 | 170 - 180 | 180 - 190 | 160 - 166 |
110 - 120 | 172 - 182 | 182 - 192 | 160 - 166 |
120 - 130 | 175 - 185 | 185 - 195 | 170 |
130 - 140 | 177 - 190 | 187 - 200 | 170 - 176 |
140 - 150 | 180 - 195 | 190 - 205 | 170 -176 |
150 - 160 | 185 - 195 | 195 - 210 | 180 |
160 - 180 | 190 - 195 | 200 - 210 | 180 - 186 |
180+ | 190 - 195 | 205 - 210 | 190 - 196 |
Shop Country Skis, Boots and Poles hereHelpful Calculations:- For Classic
- Your Height in Inches x 2.6 + 15 = Approximate Classic Touring Cross Country Ski Size
- For Skate
- Your Height in Inches x 2.6 + 5 = Approximate Skate Ski Size
- For Backcountry
- Your Height in Inches +/- 2 to 6 Depending on Skill Level, Use, and Specific Skis
Reasons to size your skis shorter, closer to your chin:- You are a beginner or intermediate skier
- Your weight is lighter than average for your height
- You like to make short, quick turns
Reasons to size your skis longer, closer to the top of your head:- You are skiing fast and aggressively
- You weigh more than average for your height
- You plan to do the majority of your skiing off the trail
- You are purchasing a ski with significant rocker in the tip
A shorter ski will be easier to turn yet not as stable as a longer ski.