There is a universal truth in the ski world; when buying skis and accessories for them, you need to choose the best ski brands or you will be terribly disappointed.
Dissatisfaction with the purchase of defective goods from "noname" is the smallest problem that can lie in wait for a skier. There is also an increased risk of injury due to equipment malfunction.
But which winter sports brands are the best in the industry? This question will be answered by our top 5 best ski manufacturers.
5. Fischer
Austrian company producing sporting goods for ski racing and ice hockey. In 2006, Fischer was named the most successful ski manufacturer at the Winter Olympics in Turin, Italy.
One of the brand's most successful products is the RC4 Worldcup SC professional slalom skis. They were developed in collaboration with renowned skiers such as Hans Knauss. Their advantages:
- lightweight construction,
- titanium edging;
- high torsional rigidity, so that the skier can dynamically lay arcs.
Such skis are suitable both for descending from a snow-covered peak and for skiing on an ice crust.
4. K2
The innovative path of this American company began with the introduction of fiberglass technology in the 60s. Today K2 makes alpine skis that can “multitask” because most models use electronic vibration reduction. During the ski manufacturing process, the system is tuned to different frequencies, resulting in skis with different characteristics for different speeds and different snow conditions. This technology is called Smart Ski. And to better grip the edges of the snow, the company uses a coupled torsion system, which does not affect the elasticity and flexibility of the skis.
3. Blizzard
Another Austrian ski manufacturer with a long and venerable history. It was founded in 1945 by the soldier Tony Arnsteiner, who started making skis in his family's carpentry workshop. Blizzard is now owned by the Technica Group and produces a wide range of skis for both novice skiers and alpine aces. Blizzard models were chosen by such famous athletes as Franz Klammer, Petra Kronberger and Renata Goitschl.
One of the best Blizzard products is the Bonafide off-piste ski. Thanks to the versatile geometry and Flip Core technology, the skis can also be used on hard, prepared slopes.
2. Rossignol
Reliable and well-established ski brand with over 100 years of history. Rossignol engineers have developed the hitherto unseen Tip Technology Air, which cuts ski weight by 20% without sacrificing strength.
One of the best products is the Rossignol Soul 7 skis, designed for any skier above basic skills. They are strong, lightweight, beautifully designed and are great for off-piste skiers who prefer models of medium hardness and moderate radius.
1. Volkl
First among equals in the ranking of the best ski manufacturers. This German company was founded in 1923 and, in addition to the production of skis, produces tennis goods.
The company's engineers decided that the inner layers of the skis could suffer due to the high temperature. Therefore, Volkl products are created at low temperatures, and the process stretches for a long time (even longer than required by standards).
Volkl Mantra skis have received many accolades.They are known to be reliable and durable skis that will take on any challenge. The side cut of the ski allows it to fit into the toughest slalom turns. And the Volkl Mantra shows itself best of all on off-piste skiing.
And where is Salomon, Atomic, Head ?!