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I believe it has something to do with the large surface area resulting in lower pressure on the snow (or whatever your skiing on, if not snow) so you don't fall into the snow.
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Why do skis have a larger surface area?
The larger the surface area the more pressure can be spread out, therefore it is less likely to fall through the snow. As pressure = f / a.
Why your feet dont sink when you wear skis?
If your ski shoes are inserted into skis, then you have the whole surface area of the ski supporting your weight. The larger the surface area that is pressing down on the snow, the less pressure there is per square inch. It takes a certain amount of pressure per square inch to overcome the cohesion of the snow.
Base of skis called?
gliding surface
Why do ski jumpers position their skis in a V shape during flight?
They use this position because it creates the most surface area, their skis plus almost their entire body, so they get better lift which is exactly what they want.
Can you use a candle to wax your skis?
i just waxed my skis with a candle that i melted with an iron onto the skis scraped and smoothened the surface..tested the skis on slopes.seems like my skis made a squeeking sound on the snow..but all in all it worked well
Why do skiers use flat and broad skies?
Skiers use flat skis to to help them go fast they make a pizza by digging the side of their skis into the snow the side of the skis are sharp so that's makes them stop and go
Why do not we skiers sink in the fresh snow?
We do not sink because the skis have a high surface area compared to our feet, therefore we would float on fresh snow.
Why do not we skiers sink in fresh snow?
We do not sink because the skis have a high surface area compared to our feet, therefore we would float on fresh snow.
What size cross country skis for someone 6'1?
That depends a bit. Normal classic skis should be about 6'9. If you go skating they should be 6'5.
When do new skis come out?
You should get new skis when your side wall is shot... When your base is torn up beyond repair... If your skis in in two pieces... If your technology is outdated.
Where online can one purchase women's skis?
Women's skis are available for purchase on business websites devoted to outdoor sports, such as REI and Backcountry. Amazon, Ebay and other large online distributors also sell women's skis.
Is the height of the skis the same as the rider?
It depends, if you are a real beginner the skis should be about the height chin to lips but if you are a very very very good racer it can be a few cenimeters taller than you. For the average person skis should be between your nose and eyes.
