SKIER TYPES
TYPE I - SKIS CAUTIOUSLY |
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Prefer slower speeds. |
Prefer cautious skiing on smooth slopes of gentle to moderate pitch. |
Prefer lower than average release/retention settings. |
Prefer an increased risk of inadvertent binding release in order to gain increased releasability in a fall. |
Entry-level skiers uncertain of their classification. |
TYPE I I - SKIS MODERATELY |
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Prefer a variety of speeds |
Prefer to ski on varied terrain. |
Skiers not classified as Type I or Type III. |
Prefer average release/retention settings appropriate for most recreational skiing. |
TYPE III - SKIS AGRESSIVELY |
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Prefer faster speeds. |
Prefer fast and aggressive skiing on slopes of moderate to steep pitch. |
Prefer higher than average release/ retention settings. |
Prefer decreased release-ability in a fall in order to gain decreased risk of inadvertent binding release. |