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THE EQUIPMENT YOU NEED TO PROGRESS In Ski Racing And Training W
e deliver our unique family heritage and ski experience from our ski shop in West London and have been giving help and advice to skiers like you for over 50 years!
So what’s all this got to do with equipment? Well, our knowledge and advice on all aspects of skiing and snowboarding come directly from our passion and experiences within the world of snowsports.
From our years of experience, having been holiday skiers, racers, coaches and instructors, we can definitely attest to the fact that ski racing delivers amazing life experiences and skills that you can’t learn in a classroom – from the travel to foreign places and the learning of different languages and cultures, to the interaction with younger and older age groups, including adults, and the ability to push your boundaries, giving you amazing experiences and achievements.
Where to start? Firstly, safety – a helmet and a back protector are the most important items and are now commonplace whether racing or recreational skiing. If you’re buying a race helmet, make sure you buy the correct type for the style of racing you’re embarking on, and if necessary check that it can have a slalom chin guard fitted. Back protectors are important for racing, preventing injuries during a fall. These are now better than ever, with mouldable foam that shapes to your back but goes rigid on impact to dissipate the force.
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Once you start getting closer to the gates they’ll begin to fight back, and you’ll leave a session feeling somewhat battered and bruised! To prevent the bruises you need pole guards – plastic fist protectors that screw on the top of your ski poles and allow you to hit the slalom gates out of your way. Leg guards will protect your knees and shins, allowing you to take a more direct and faster line through the slalom gates. Your second area to look at is skis and boots… Ski boots are among the most important parts of skiing, as they are the link between you and your skis. The correct ski boots affect how quick you’ll progress, your ability to perform and your comfort and enjoyment – all making a huge difference to your skiing.