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The First Chair Ski and Snowboard Blog - Fox Chapel Ski and Board

The First Chair Ski and Snowboard Blog - Fox Chapel Ski and Board

How to fit ski poles

Sizing ski poles For a downhill or freeride skier is simple, hold the poles upside down and place your hand underneath the powder basket to simulate that the tips of your poles are in the snow, then align the poles with your left and right shoulders, In this position your elbows should be at a 90 degree right angle.

What you need to know about ski bindings

One of the most crucial pieces for any skier, whether beginner or expert, are bindings. You can have the best skis money can buy, but they won't do you any good if they won't stay attached to your boots! That's why finding the best ski bindings and maintaining them is so important.