Equipment
If you have any questions about equipment. Please contact your coach. We also have a list of second hand race skis and equipment.
FIS Equipment
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.
|
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

