Equipment
If you have any questions about equipment. Please contact your coach. We also have a list of second hand race skis and equipment. Email your items for sale to us comp.turoa@mtruapehu.com
FIS Equipment
Please see your coach if you are competing in FIS races this year. The equipment requirements vary with races.
There have been some changes that will effect those wishing to compete in FIS races this season.
E1/E2 Equipment
· Skis – No National minimum requirement
Recommended length is between chin and forehead
One pair of skis is adequate
Easy to turn (slalom or hybrid preferred over GS)
· Boots - Junior boots with 2-4 buckles (Avoid rear entry)
· Ski Poles - Proper length
· Goggles – Properly fitted
· Helmet - CSA approved with full shell ear cover
K1/K2 Development Programme Equipment
The following is required to enter SRNZ sanctioned races.
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Discipline |
K1
Lengtrh / Radius
K2
Length / Radius
SL
130cm/no limit
130cm/no limit
GS
130cm/14m
130cm/17m
Ski & Plate
50mm
50mm
Boot
43mm
43mm
· Skis – One pair each; Slalom and Giant slalom are required.
· Boots - Junior race boots with proper fit and alignment.
· Ski Poles - Proper length
· Goggles – Properly fitted
· Helmet – CSA approved with full shell ear cover.
· Speed Suit
· Slalom Protections – pole, shin and chin guards
K1/K2 Performance Programme Equipment
The following is required to enter SRNZ sanctioned races:
|
Discipline |
K1
Length / Radius
K2
Length / Radius
SL
130cm/no limit
130cm/no limit
GS
130cm/14m
130cm/17m
SG
n/a
175cm/27m
Ski & Plate
50mm
50mm
Boot
43mm
43mm
· Skis - One pair each; Slalom, Giant slalom and Super G are required
· Boots - Junior race boots with proper fit and alignment.
· Ski Poles - Proper length
· Goggles - Properly fitted
· Helmet - CSA approved with full shell ear cover.
· Speed Suit
· Slalom Protection – pole, shin and chin guards
|
Discipline |
K1
Lengtrh / Radius
K2
Length / Radius
SL
130cm/no limit
130cm/no limit
GS
130cm/14m
130cm/17m
Ski & Plate
50mm
50mm
Boot
43mm
43mm
· Skis – One pair each; Slalom and Giant slalom are required.
· Boots - Junior race boots with proper fit and alignment.
· Ski Poles - Proper length
· Goggles – Properly fitted
· Helmet – CSA approved with full shell ear cover.
· Speed Suit
· Slalom Protections – pole, shin and chin guards
K1/K2 Performance Equipment
The following is required to enter SRNZ sanctioned races:
|
Discipline |
K1
Length / Radius
K2
Length / Radius
SL
130cm/no limit
130cm/no limit
GS
130cm/14m
130cm/17m
SG
n/a
175cm/27m
Ski & Plate
50mm
50mm
Boot
43mm
43mm
· Skis - One pair each; Slalom, Giant slalom and Super G are required
· Boots - Junior race boots with proper fit and alignment.
· Ski Poles - Proper length
· Goggles - Properly fitted
· Helmet - CSA approved with full shell ear cover.
· Speed Suit
· Slalom Protection – pole, shin and chin guards
News
Latest updates from the mountain.
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North Island Series SL Day 1 Results — 1/08/10
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National Youth Seires Update please read — 27/07/10
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Snow Sports New Zealand Announces Patrons Programme — 18/07/10
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Race notice North Island Series — 13/07/10
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New FIS precisions for southern hemisphere — 9/07/10
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Snow Sports NZ - Alpine selects New Zealand's 2010-2011 New Zealand Ski Team — 9/07/10
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Update from the Alpine Sports Committee (ASC) SSNZ — 7/07/10
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New board members for SSNZ — 7/07/10
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Vollunteers needed! — 7/07/10
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Ski Swap National Park — 7/07/10


