Rocker 101

Rocker 101

If you were to lie a traditionally cambered ski on a table, it would contact the surface just shy of the tip and the tail, with the center of the ski rising up off the table. For a lot of situations, this makes a lot of sense - it gives you the ability to lean into tight turns, and apply progressive pressure to stop on varying surfaces.

A rockered ski has less or no camber. The raised tip of the ski will get up on top of snow rather than dive in. This makes the ski more maneuverable and easier to initiate turns. It allows the ski to track straighter with less chance of hooking into a turn when you aren't ready for it. Some skis will have rocker in the tail which allows the ski to release out of the turn easier as well. Fully rockered skis are best for soft snow or use in the terrain parks. Skis with rocker or early rise in the tip are more versatile all mountain. The tip being up off the snow makes the ski feel shorter while making quick turns. When you tip it on edge, the entire length of the ski comes in contact with the snow and allows the ski to hold on ice. It's like having a shorter ski when you want it and a longer ski when you need it. Truly the best of both worlds.

Feel free to stop in and let us explain it. There are several different options for rockered skis on the market. We are here to help you pick the perfect one for you.