Skip to Main Content

How to Choose Kids' Skis & Kids' Ski Size Chart

It's important to choose the correct length skis for children so that they can have the most fun possible on the mountain and so that they can learn and improve their technique. Height and weight are both important determinants in selecting the correct size skis for kids. A good rule of thumb is that youth skis should come up somewhere between the child's chest and nose. Need a starting point? Use the Kids' Ski Size Chart below.

How to Find the Right Size Skis For Kids:

  1. Measure your child's height and weight.
  2. Locate that height on the kids' ski size chart below.
  3. Line up their height with the corresponding ski length to get the correct ski size range.

Kids Ski Size Chart

Click your ski length to shop

 
Age (yrs)Height (in)Height (cm)Weight (lbs)Weight (kg)Ski Length (cm)
33794341470-80
440102371680-90
543109421890-100
645114462195-105
7471195023100-110
8501275726110-120
9531356329115-125
10551407032120-130
11571457936130-140
12591498941135-145
136115610046140-150
146516411251150-160
Height and weight are based off of the 50th percentile for children for each age listed on the left side of the chart.

What if my child is in between the heights listed on the size chart?


Your child might be between two of the heights listed; in that case find their weight on the chart. If they are light for their height, you're going to size a ski to the shorter height, and therefore will end up with shorter skis. If they are heavy for their height, you'll go off the taller height and end up with longer skis.

Reasons to size kids' skis shorter, closer to the chest:

  • They are a beginner or cautious skier.
  • Their weight is lighter than average for their height.
  • They like to make short, quick turns and seldom ski fast.

Reasons to size kids' skis longer, closer to the nose:

  • They are skiing fast and aggressively.
  • They weigh more than average for their height.
  • You want to purchase a ski with room to grow. Children grow fast and there are boots and outerwear designed to accommodate this, however, we do not recommend sizing their skis much bigger than the recommended range.

Shop Kids' Skis By Length

Discover Seasonal Kids Ski Rentals


Here at evo we know firsthand that kids grow quickly and parents are subsequently faced with the challenge of finding their children new youth ski/snowboard gear each time their youngsters outgrow their current gear. This can often be an expensive and difficult task, that's why we've created our seasonal kid's ski/snowboard rental program which offers kids full season use of skis, boots, and poles. Put the era of long gear rental lines every weekend behind you! Learn more:

Learn More With Our Other Ski Guides:

 
 
Skis - Size Chart & Buyer's Guide
Skis - Kids' Size Chart and Buyer's Guide
Skis - Rocker Technology Explained
Ski Bindings – How to Choose & DIN Setting Chart
Ski Boots - Sizing & Buyer's Guide
Ski Boots - Boot Sole & Ski Binding Compatibility
Ski Boots – How to Make Your Boots Fit Better
Ski Poles - Size Chart
Skiing - Beginner Skiing Tips
Skiing - How to Fly With Skis
Skiing - How to Get in Shape
Ski Maintenance - Base Repair
Ski Maintenance – How to Store for the Summer
Ski Maintenance – How to Tune
Ski Maintenance – How to Wax
Footbeds - How to Choose
Gloves & Mittens - How to Choose
Goggles - How to Choose
Goggles - Wearing Goggles with Glasses
Helmets - How to Choose & Fit Guide
Outerwear - What to Wear Skiing & Snowboarding
Outerwear - How to Wash Waterproof Jackets & Clothing
Outerwear - Regional Ski & Snowboard Guide
Ski Socks - Sizing & Buyer's Guide
Alpine Touring Skis - How to Choose
Avalanche Probes - How to Choose
Backcountry - Choosing an Avalanche Airbag Pack
Backcountry - Choosing an Avalanche Beacon
Backcountry - Climbing Skins Size Guide
Backcountry - Dynafit / Tech Binding Basics
Backcountry - How to Buy Alpine Touring Bindings
Backcountry - How to Buy Alpine Touring Ski Boots
Backcountry - How to Choose an Avalanche Shovel
Backcountry - How to Choose Climbing Skins
Backcountry Backpacks - How to Choose
Backcountry Basics - How to Get Started
 
 

Discover Our Favorite Gear:

The Best Skis
The Best Women's Skis
The Best Beginner Skis
The Best All Mountain Skis
The Best Powder Skis
The Best Touring Skis
The Best Carving Skis
The Best Park Skis
The Best Intermediate Skis
The Best Freeride Skis
The Best Ski Bindings
The Best Touring Ski Bindings
The Best Men's Ski Boots
The Best Women's Ski Boots
The Best Touring Boots
The Best Ski Socks
The Best Beginner Ski Boots
The Best Value Skis
The Best Ski Poles
The Best Kids' Skis
The Best Kids' Ski Boots
The Best Cross Country Ski Boots
The Best Ski Boot Liners
Popular Ski Searches

This is evo. We are a ski, snowboard, wake, skate, bike, surf, camp, and clothing online retailer with physical stores in Seattle, Portland, Denver, Salt Lake City, Whistler, and Snoqualmie Pass. Our goal is to provide you with great information to make both your purchase and upkeep easy.

evo also likes to travel to remote places across the globe in search of world-class powder turns, epic waves, or legendary mountain biking locations through evoTrip Adventure Travel Trips. Or, if you prefer to travel on your own, check out our ski & snowboard resort travel guides and mountain bike trail guides.

 

Still have questions? Please call our customer care team at 1.866.386.1590 during Customer Care Hours. They can help you find the right setup to fit your needs.