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What are ski blades?

Ski blades are basically about half the length of traditional snow skis and are usually wider. Most ski blades come equipped with non-releasable bindings. Higher end ski blades come with releasable bindings which increase the safety of ski blading.

Skiboards differ from ski blades and snowblades in that:

A.) Skiboards are symmetrical which means they have equal tip and tails. Ski blades and snowblades do not have equal tips and tails (asymmetrical).

B.) Most skiboards have a 4 hole screw pattern. This is important when it comes to the flex of the skiboard.

C.) Most skiboards have non-releasable bindings. Due to the length of skiboards, the potential for injury is much less, therefore a releasable binding is not mandatory. This is not a hard-fast rule, some skiboarders prefer a releasable binding.

D.) Skiboards are wider than ski blades and snowblades. Skiboards perform very well in terrain parks and the half pipe because of the width. They are much more stable when landing.

What sizes are ski blades and skiboards?

Most ski blades range from 75cm's to around 120cm's. Anything longer than 120cm's aren't really ski blades. Junior skiblades can run anywhere from 60cm to 75cm's.

What type of boots are used with ski blades?

You can use any downhill ski boots with ski blade bindings. Most ski blade bindings fit up to a size 13. If you wear over a size 13, you should check with the shop your purchasing the ski blades from if the binding will fit your size. You can also use some mountaineering boots that have the toe and heel grooved for crampons.

What type of bindings are used with ski blades and skiboards?

Most ski blades are sold with pre installed non release bindings. Non release means just that, they do not disengage when you take a spill or put excess force on the tip or tail of the ski. Ski blades don't use releasable bindings because the possibility for injury is much less due to the shorter length of the ski. Many riders still prefer to use a releasable binding, in which case you might have to have your local ski shop mount them to your ski blades because the pre drilled holes may not line up. Line ski blades have a freedom plate which allows you to swap their binding with your ski blades or any other skis.

Ski blade bindings are generally constructed of aluminum and steel or plastic and steel. The aluminum and steel bindings are a much higher quality and more reliable than the plastic bindings.

What are the benefits to ski boarding?

Well there are many. To many to list actually. Ok, maybe just a few. For one, ski blades are much easier to learn than regular now skis and snowboards. You can be up and running your first day and actually having fun, not falling on your back side. Two, ski blades are half the cost of traditional snow skis. You can pick up a good quality pair of ski blades for around $200. Three, you can advance to the expert level in a season and having more fun on the mountain than you ever thought possible.

What size ski blades/skiboards are right for me?

Well, that depends on your height and weight. Sizing ski blades is much easier than traditional ski's. Most ski blades are good for people over 5'. For people and children under 5', you should stay under 80cm's length. Some manufacturers have specific ski blades for children which are around 60-70cm's. For the expert rider it just depends on what type of riding you prefer (terrain park, half pipe, glades etc.)

Are ski blades allowed at all ski resorts?

Yeah, pretty much. We can't say 100%, but we have never heard of any resort not allowing ski blades on the mountain.

The basic construction of ski blades and skiboards are the same as traditional snow skis. All skis and ski blades have a core which can be wood, polyurethane, plastic or similar type material. They also have a top sheet and base which are basically the same as skis.

Most ski blades are all mountain skis. They can be taken all over the mountain whether you prefer long groomed trails or black diamond moguls. Narrower ski blades are not really good for the terrain park or half pipe. The narrower waist makes them unstable when landing jumps. If you want to hit the park and pipe, get yourself some skiboards.

Yes, they are safer because of the shorter length. This is why most ski blades and skiboards have non-releasable bindings. Adding releasable bindings to ski blades or skiboards increases safety even more.

Ski blades and skiboards can be used in many different ways. Many riders use them in the backcountry. Because they are much smaller in length than traditional skis and lighter, they can easily be carried in a backpack along with your ski boots to your favorite remote trail. You can hike a mountain trail and skiboard down!

Ski blades and skiboards can also be used like cross country skis. You can purchase skins that will attach to the bottom of the ski which will enable you to climb hills.

There are many ways to use ski blades and skiboards. Just use your imaginaton!