In the skiing world there is a universal truth; when buying skis and accessories for them, you need to choose top ski brands or you will be terribly disappointed.
Dissatisfaction with the purchase of defective goods from the "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? Our top 5 best ski manufacturers will answer this question.
5. Fischer
Austrian company producing sports goods for skiing and hockey. In 2006, Fischer was recognized as the most successful ski manufacturer at the Winter Olympic Games in Turin, Italy.
One of the brand’s most successful products is the RC4 Worldcup SC professional slalom ski. They were developed in collaboration with famous skiers such as Hans Knauss. Their advantages:
- lightweight construction
- titanium edgings;
- high torsion stiffness, due to which the skier can dynamically lay arcs.
Such skis are suitable for both descent from a snowy 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. Nowadays, K2 produces downhill skis that can work in “multitasking mode”, since most models use an electronic vibration suppression system. During the production of skis, the system is tuned to different frequencies, due to which skis with different characteristics are obtained for different speeds and different snow conditions. This technology is called Smart Ski. And in order for the edges to grip better with snow, the company uses a conjugated torsion system that does not affect the elasticity and flexibility of the skis.
3. Blizzard
Another Austrian ski manufacturer with a long and respectable history. It was founded in 1945 by a soldier, Tony Arnsteiner, who began to make skis in his family's carpentry workshop. Now Blizzard is owned by the Technica Group and produces a wide range of skis, both for beginners and alpine skiing aces. Blizzard models were chosen by such famous athletes as Franz Klammer, Petra Kronberger and Renata Goichl.
One of Blizzard's best products is Bonafide off-piste skiing. Thanks to the universal geometry and Flip Core technology, skis can also be used on hard-prepared slopes.
2. Rossignol
A reliable and well-established ski brand with a history of over 100 years. Rossignol engineers have developed the hitherto unprecedented technology Tip Technology Air, which reduces the weight of the ski by 20% without loss of strength.
One of the best products is the Rossignol Soul 7 ski, designed for any skier with skills above the base. They are strong, light, with a beautiful design and are perfect for off-piste skiers who prefer models of medium hardness and moderate radius.
1. Volkl
The first among peers 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 products.
The company's engineers decided that due to the high temperature, the inner layers of the skis could suffer. Therefore, Volkl products are created at low temperatures, and the process stretches for a long time (even longer than necessary by standards).
Many praises have been awarded to the Volkl Mantra. They are known as reliable and durable skis that will cope with any test. The side cut of the ski allows them to fit into the most difficult slalom turns. And best of all, the Volkl Mantra show off-track skating.
