Can you use any skis for Telemark?

Telemark is for anyone, all ages. Put in words, Telemark is this squat-like motion on downhill skis. There is ABSOLUTELY no limit to what can be done. And if you can do it on a snowboard, or on Alpine skis, you can do it on telemark as well.

Can you Telemark with AT bindings?

Can I telemark on AT bindings? No. AT bindings aren’t designed for the stresses of telemark skiing. Furthermore, AT bindings pivot in front of the toe, while telemark bindings and boots are designed to flex at the ball of the foot with a spring for rebound.

Is Telemark skiing better for your knees?

Telemark skiing poses unique risks when compared to alpine skiing, because of different equipment, technique, and varied skiing environments. The knee injuries sustained by telemark skiers appear to be less severe than alpine skiers, with less duration of disability and lower surgical rates.

What skis are best for Telemark?

Particularly for beginners learning telemark, it’s better to use a medium width ski which will allow them to feel the sensations of making the two skis carve the same arc easier than a wider ski. We recommend skis with waists less than 100 mm, and preferably 85-95 mm and with a medium flex for beginners.

How tight should telemark boots be?

Tight in the Shop is Good. The boot should be tight on the first or second clip of each buckle in the shop. Secondly every shell is like a leather shoe, it will expand, maybe only 3-4\% over time but once you’ve worn the boot in you’ll need to tighten more.

What skis are best for telemark?

Can you use telemark skis for cross country?

The Different Types of Nordic Skiing Each of these methods requires a specific style of ski, and they differ in their purpose and ability. Cross-country skis are meant only to travel across flat or tame terrain, while telemark and alpine touring skis allow for vertical travel.