Bindings and Poles

Bindings and Poles

Ski Bindings

Current, properly mounted, and adjusted by a certified binding technician for that brand of binding. The weight range of the binding must match your child’s weight, particularly the lower weight tolerances.
Warning
BE AWARE: ONLY A CERTIFIED TECHNICIAN SHOULD ADJUST OR WORK ON YOUR BINDINGS AND THEY MUST BE CERTIFIED FOR YOUR BRAND OF BINDING
. Otherwise, the company is released from all technician and malfunction-related responsibilities.

Poles

With the exception of the younger students, poles are required for all students. Make sure your child, with adequately insulated mittens, can hold the pole firmly. Poles must be long enough. To assure proper length, grasp the pole under the grip and hold the pole upright. The forearm should be parallel to the floor. Ask your salesperson.



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