Twin Tip Skis / Freestyle Skis

Excelling in Snowparks with Twin Tip Skis

Crafted for executing tricks, twin tip skis are ideal for snowparks and engaging with natural features found in ski resorts. Also referred to as freestyle skis or park skis, they excel at tackling jumps, grinding on rails, and sliding on boxes.

Snowparks typically offer a variety of jump sizes and obstacles, known as features, catering to different skiing skill levels. It is recommended to be a proficient skier on the slopes before venturing into the snowpark for the first time.

What Sets Freestyle Skis Apart?

The term “twin tip” highlights the symmetrical upward curve at both the tips and tails of the skis. This design facilitates landing tricks and approaching features while skiing backward. Some freestyle skis incorporate partial twin tips, involving tips and tails with rocker. Here, the tips curve more than the tails, a common trait also found in all mountain skis and freeride skis. The design of freestyle skis offers great versatility, enabling skiing across diverse mountain terrains.

Binding placement on freestyle skis usually differs from that on traditional skis, with the suggested mounting point positioned nearer to the true centre of the skis. In contrast, piste skis have their bindings mounted closer to the tails. This configuration offers enhanced stability for backward skiing and better balance on rails and boxes. Each ski pair has a marked mounting point as recommended by the ski designers. Adhering to this is often the optimal choice, although some skiers may have personal preferences.

Check our Twin Tip Ski Size Chart to determine the length of twin tip ski suitable for you. For a comprehensive understanding of various ski types, visit Buying Skis for Intermediates for more insights.