U14’s + Equipment Guideline

As kids approach U14 and above, many of them need to have GS and Slalom skis.  The difference is in length and side-cut.  Slalom skis will be between 130 and 165 cm while GS skis will be between 150 and 185cm depending upon height and weight.

 

U14 Equipment:

  • Helmet - FIS approved hard ear helmet at all times  
  • BWSC team jacket
  • Speed suit
  • Side zipped ski pants or shorts that can easily be removed 
  • Ski's - Many U14’s have both slalom and GS specific skis – this is a recommended practice. 
  • Many athletes as well have separate GS and Slalom poles
  • Cross Blockers - Athletes need slalom shin guards and slalom pole guards for slalom training and racing and it is highly recommended that they have a face guard on their slalom helmet and a mouth guard which they wear to protect their teeth.
  • A Racer’s Boot Bag that can store boots and helmet – very helpful for any away event.  There are knapsack styles available which keeps hand free for carrying skis and poles.

 

U16 Equipment Guideline:

  • Helmet - FIS approved hard ear helmet at all times  
  • BWSC team jacket
  • Speed suit
  • Side zipped ski pants or shorts that can easily be removed 
  • Ski's -  U16 athletes will compete in 4 types of races. Slalom (SL), Giant Slalom (GS), Ski Cross (SX) and Super G (SG).  At this stage, U16 athletes need a pair of slalom skis Slalom and GS skis for GS and Ski Cross. Super G are often rented for SG events.  
  • Cross Blockers - Athletes need slalom shin guards and slalom pole guards for slalom training and racing and it is highly recommended that they have a face guard on their slalom helmet and a mouth guard which they wear to protect their teeth.
  • A Racer’s Boot Bag that can store boots and helmet – very helpful for any away event.  There are knapsack styles available which keeps hand free for carrying skis and poles.

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