Is head a good ski brand?

Head Kore 93 review 2019 Already scoring well in 2018, this year the Kore 93 snagged the “Best Ski 2019” award in softer snow conditions. So, it has made a well-deserved debut into the big leagues, joining other top-performing skis in the All-Mountain Back category (the Stormrider 95, the Mantra and the Enforcer 100).

What size head skis do I need?

There is no magic formula for determining the right size ski for you. In general, the proper ski length is somewhere between your chin and the top of your head. For example, a skier that is 6′ tall will want to look for skis between 170cm and 190cm.

Where are head skis manufactured?

Made in Maryland: Head Ski Company, Inc.

What’s the difference between freeride and all mountain skis?

The main difference between freeride and all-mountain skis is that freeride skis are typically wider than all-mountain skis and are designed for exploring the entire mountain.

How do I choose a ski head?

A shorter radius will turn faster than a ski with a longer radius. Slalom skiers, who must perform tight technical turns will use a ski with a short radius, but these skis will be much less forgiving when you are just cruising down the mountain and you will be more prone to edge catches.

Why are Head skis so fast?

They feature a unique construction that has a thinner platform supporting thicker tip and tail sections, meaning the ski is super easy to initiate turns with, and provides great power and rebound from edge to edge.

Does Head still make skis?

Head currently produces a wide range of products for skiing, snowboarding, swimming, tennis and other racket sports. Head Ski Company produced one of the first successful metal-wood composite downhill skis, the Head Standard, and one of the first oversized metal tennis rackets.

Can you use all-mountain skis in the park?

No, you can’t. FIS rules clearly state that any skis used in a terrain park have to have a waist width under 100mm. Anything bigger and ski patrol will confiscate your skis.

Can you use all-mountain skis for touring?

Technically, you can use most any ski for backcountry touring as long as you have boots and bindings that allow you to lift your heels to walk (“skin”) uphill (with the help of climbing skins) and then to lock them back into the bindings for the descent.