Size Guide: Salomon Skis

Published on 01/28/2024 · 22 min readNot sure what size ski you need? Curated Experts know how important finding your perfect fit is. Find sizing information for Salomon skis here.

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Here on Curated, your Ski Expert wants to find the best products for you. That starts with finding the perfect fit. But with so many ski options, finding the right pair can be daunting. This guide is designed to help users compare the sizing of different products.

Don’t forget to chat with a Curated Expert for free advice and recommendations on the best ski for your needs.

How to Measure Alpine Skis

Choose the right ski length for you based on your height and skiing level.

  1. Beginner
    Min: You have never skied before Max: You can ski in a cautious wedge.
  2. Intermediate Min: You can make round turns with confidence on green terrain Max: You link turns with speed control and bring skis together parallel at the end of the turn on green and easier blue runs
  3. Advanced Min: You ski mostly parallel but may wedge or step to start the turns. Confident on green and blue runs. Max: You use a parallel stance on smooth blue runs and are testing your skills on varied terrain and snow conditions including black runs
  4. Expert Min: You ski with controlled parallel turns, maintaining rhythm and speed control on groomed black runs Max: You ski with good technique on all terrain and snow conditions, using carved short radius turns

An example of how easy it is:

  • Measure your body height --> 175cm
  • Define your ski level based on the below description --> Intermediate
  • Pick your favorite ski model --> S/Force 11
  • Find the right ski size range for you --> 175 + Intermediate x S/Force 11 = 175 + [-5,0] = [170, 175]
  • Buy your perfect ski online --> S/Force 11 size 170 is your perfect ski!

Alpine Ski: STANCE

Measure in centimeters

Ski ModelBeginnerIntermediateAdvancedExpert
STANCE 102[-4,0][-2,+2][-2,+2][0,+4]
STANCE 96[-4,0][-2,+2][-2,+2][0,+4]
STANCE 90[-4,0][-2,+2][-2,+2][0,+4]
STANCE W 94[-4,0][-2,+2][-2,+2][0,+4]
STANCE W 88[-4,0][-2,+2][-2,+2][0,+4]
STANCE 84[-6, -2][-4,0][-4,0][-2,+2]
STANCE W 84[-6, -2][-4,0][-4,0][-2,+2]
STANCE 80[-6, -2][-4,0][-4,0][-2,+2]
STANCE W 80[-6, -2][-4,0][-4,0][-2,+2]

Measure in inches

Ski ModelBeginnerIntermediateAdvancedExpert
STANCE 102[-10,0][-5,+5][-5,+5][0,+10]
STANCE 96[-10,0][-5,+5][-5,+5][0,+10]
STANCE 90[-10,0][-5,+5][-5,+5][0,+10]
STANCE W 94[-10,0][-5,+5][-5,+5][0,+10]
STANCE W 88[-10,0][-5,+5][-5,+5][0,+10]
STANCE 84[-15,-5][-10,0][-10,0][-5,+5]
STANCE W 84[-15,-5][-10,0][-10,0][-5,+5]
STANCE 80[-15,-5][-10,0][-10,0][-5,+5]
STANCE W 80[-15,-5][-10,0][-10,0][-5,+5]

Alpine Ski: MTN & XALP

Measure in centimeters

Ski ModelBeginnerIntermediateAdvancedExpert
MTN 80[-10,-5][-10,-5][-10,-5][-10,-5]
MTN 86[-10,-5][-10,-5][-10,0][-10,0]
MTN 96[-10,-5][-10,-5][-10,0][-5,+5]

Measure in inches

Ski ModelBeginnerIntermediateAdvancedExpert
MTN 80[-3.94, - 1.97][-3.94, - 1.97][-3.94, - 1.97][-3.94, - 1.97]
MTN 86[-3.94, - 1.97][-3.94, - 1.97][-3.94,0][-3.94,0]
MTN 96[-3.94, - 1.97][-3.94, - 1.97][-3.94,0][-1.97,+1.97]

Alpine Ski: NFX & TNT

Measure in centimeters

Ski ModelBeginnerIntermediateAdvancedExpert
NFX[-5,0][-5,0][-5,+5][0,+10]
TNT[-10,0][-5,0][-5,+5][-5,+5]
TNT Jr[-10,0][-5,0][-5,0][-5,+5]

Measure in inches

Ski ModelBeginnerIntermediateAdvancedExpert
NFX[-1.97,0][-1.97,0][-1.97,+1.97][0,+3.94]
TNT[-3.94,0][-1.97,0][-1.97,+1.97][-1.97,+1.97]
TNT Jr[-3.94,0][-1.97,0][-1.97,0][-1.97,+1.97]

Alpine Ski: QST

Measure in centimeters

Ski ModelBeginnerIntermediateAdvancedExpert
QST 118[-5,+5][0,+10][+5,+15][+10,+15]
QST 106[-5,+5][0,+10][+5,+15][+10,+15]
QST 99[-5,+5][-5,+5][0,+10][+5,+15]
QST 92[-5,+5][-5,+5][0,+10][+5,+15]
QST 85[-5,0][-5,+5][0,+10][0,+10]
QST STELLA 106[-10,0][-5,+5][0,+10][+5,+15]
QST LUMEN 99[-10,0][-5,+5][0,+10][0,+10]
QST LUX 92[-10,0][-5,+5][0,+10][0,+10]
QST MYRIAD 85[-10,0][-5,+5][-5,+5][+5,+15]
QST RIPPER[-10,0][-5,0][-5,0][-5,+5]
QST MAX Jr M[-15,-10][-15,-5][-5,0][-5,+5]
QST MAX Jr S[-15,-10][-15,-5][-15,-5]
QST MAX Jr XS[-15,-10][-15,-10]
QST LUX Jr M[-15,-10][-15,-5][-5,0][-5,+5]
QST LUX Jr S[-15,-10][-15,-5][-15,-5]
QST LUX Jr XS[-15,-10][-15,-10]
L T1 Jr XS + C5 GW J75[-15,-10][-15,-10]

Measure in inches

Ski ModelBeginnerIntermediateAdvancedExpert
QST 118[-1.97,+1.97][0,+3.94][+1.97,+5.91][+3.94,+5.91]
QST 106[-1.97,+1.97][0,+3.94][+1.97,+5.91][+3.94,+5.91]
QST 99[-1.97,+1.97][-1.97,+1.97][0,+3.94][+1.97, +5.91]
QST 92[-1.97,+1.97][-1.97,+1.97][0,+3.94][+1.97, +5.91]
QST 85[-1.97,0][-1.97,+1.97][0,+3.94][0,+3.94]
QST STELLA 106[-3.94,0][-1.97,+1.97][0,+3.94][+1.97, +5.91]
QST LUMEN 99[-3.94,0][-1.97,+1.97][0,+3.94][0,+3.94]
QST LUX 92[-3.94,0][-1.97,+1.97][0,+3.94][0,+3.94]
QST MYRIAD 85[-3.94,0][-1.97,+1.97][-1.97,+1.97][+1.97, +5.91]
QST RIPPER[-3.94,0][-1.97,0][-1.97,0][-1.97,+1.97]
QST MAX Jr M[-5.91, -3.94][-5.91, -1.97][-1.97,0][-1.97,+1.97]
QST MAX Jr S[-5.91, -3.94][-5.91, -1.97][-5.91, -1.97]
QST MAX Jr XS[-5.91, -3.94][-5.91, -3.94]
QST LUX Jr M[-5.91, -3.94][-5.91, -1.97][-1.97,0][-1.97,+1.97]
QST LUX Jr S[-5.91, -3.94][-5.91, -1.97][-5.91, -1.97]
QST LUX Jr XS[-5.91, -3.94][-5.91, -3.94]
L T1 Jr XS + C5 GW J75[-5.91, -3.94][-5.91, -3.94]

Alpine Ski: S/FORCE

Measure in centimeters

Ski ModelBeginnerIntermediateAdvancedExpert
S/FORCE BOLD[-5,0][-5,+5][0,+5]
S/FORCE 11[-10,0][-5,0][-5,+5][0,+5]
S/FORCE 9[-10,0][-10,0][-5,+5][0,+5]
S/FORCE 7[-10,0][-10,0][-5,+5][0,+5]

Measure in inches

Ski ModelBeginnerIntermediateAdvancedExpert
S/FORCE BOLD[-1.97,0][-1.97,+1.97][0,+1.97]
S/FORCE 11[-3.94,0][-1.97,0][-1.97,+1.97][0,+1.97]
S/FORCE 9[-3.94,0][-3.94,0][-1.97,+1.97][0,+1.97]
S/FORCE 7[-3.94,0][-3.94,0][-1.97,+1.97][0,+1.97]

Alpine Ski: S/MAX

Measure in centimeters

Ski ModelBeginnerIntermediateAdvancedExpert
S/MAX BLAST[-5,0][-5,+5][0,+5]
S/MAX 12[-10,0][-5,0][-5,+5][0,+5]
S/MAX 10[-10,0][-10,0][-5,+5][0,+5]
S/MAX 8[-10,0][-10,0][-5,+5][0,+5]
S/MAX 6[-10,0][-10,0][-5,+5][0,+5]
S/MAX 4 C[-10,-5][-10,0][-5,0][-5,0]
S/MAX W BLAST[-10,-5][-10,0][-5,0][-5,+5]
S/MAX W 10[-10,-5][-10,0][-5,0][-5,+5]
S/MAX W 8[-10,-5][-10,0][-5,0][-5,0]
S/MAX W 6[-10,-5][-10,0][-5,0][-5,0]
S/MAX W 4[-10,-5][-10,0][-5,0][-5,0]
S/MAX W 4 C[-10,-5][-10,0][-5,0][-5,0]
S/MAX Jr M[-15,-10][-15,-5][-5,0][-5,+5]
S/MAX Jr S[-15,-10][-15,-5][-15,-5]

Measure in inches

Ski ModelBeginnerIntermediateAdvancedExpert
S/MAX BLAST[-1.97,0][-1.97,+1.97][0,+1.97]
S/MAX 12[-3.94,0][-1.97,0][-1.97,+1.97][0,+1.97]
S/MAX 10[-3.94,0][-3.94,0][-1.97,+1.97][0,+1.97]
S/MAX 8[-3.94,0][-3.94,0][-1.97,+1.97][0,+1.97]
S/MAX 6[-3.94,0][-3.94,0][-1.97,+1.97][0,+1.97]
S/MAX 4 C[-3.94, - 1.97][-3.94,0][-1.97,0][-1.97,0]
S/MAX W BLAST[-3.94, - 1.97][-3.94,0][-1.97,0][-1.97,+1.97]
S/MAX W 10[-3.94, - 1.97][-3.94,0][-1.97,0][-1.97,+1.97]
S/MAX W 8[-3.94, - 1.97][-3.94,0][-1.97,0][-1.97,0]
S/MAX W 6[-3.94, - 1.97][-3.94,0][-1.97,0][-1.97,0]
S/MAX W 4[-3.94, - 1.97][-3.94,0][-1.97,0][-1.97,0]
S/MAX W 4 C[-3.94, - 1.97][-3.94,0][-1.97,0][-1.97,0]
S/MAX Jr M[-5.91, -3.94][-5.91, -1.97][-1.97,0][-1.97,+1.97]
S/MAX Jr S[-5.91, -3.94][-5.91, -1.97][-5.91, -1.97]

Alpine Ski: S/RACE

Measure in centimeters

Ski ModelBeginnerIntermediateAdvancedExpert
S/RACE RUSH iGS[0,+5][0,+10]
S/RACE RUSH iSL[-10,0][-10,0]
S/RACE RUSH GS[-5,0][-5,+5][0,+5]
S/RACE RUSH SL[-5,0][-10,0][-5,+5]
S/RACE SHOT GS[-10,0][-5,0][-5,+5][0,+5]
S/RACE SHOT SL[-10,0][-5,0][-10,0][-5,+5]
S/RACE MT[-10,0][-5,0][-5,+5][0,+5]
S/RACE PRO Jr GS[-10,0][-5,0][-5,0][-5,+5]
S/RACE PRO JrSL[-10,0][-10,0][-10,0][-10,0]
S/RACE RUSH Jr[-15,-5][-5,0][-5,+5][0,+5]
S/RACE Jr M[-15,-10][-15,-5][-5,0][-5,+5]
S/RACE Jr S[-15,-10][-15,-5][-15,-5]

Measure in inches

Ski ModelBeginnerIntermediateAdvancedExpert
S/RACE RUSH iGS[0,+1.97][0,+3.94]
S/RACE RUSH iSL[-3.94,0][-3.94,0]
S/RACE RUSH GS[-1.97,0][-1.97,+1.97][0,+1.97]
S/RACE RUSH SL[-1.97,0][-3.94,0][-1.97,+1.97]
S/RACE SHOT GS[-3.94,0][-1.97,0][-1.97,+1.97][0,+1.97]
S/RACE SHOT SL[-3.94,0][-1.97,0][-3.94,0][-1.97,+1.97]
S/RACE MT[-3.94,0][-1.97,0][-1.97,+1.97][0,+1.97]
S/RACE PRO Jr GS[-3.94,0][-1.97,0][-1.97,0][-1.97,+1.97]
S/RACE PRO JrSL[-3.94,0][-3.94,0][-3.94,0][-3.94,0]
S/RACE RUSH Jr[-5.91, -1.97][-1.97,0][-1.97,+1.97][0,+1.97]
S/RACE Jr M[-5.91, -3.94][-5.91, -1.97][-1.97,0][-1.97,+1.97]
S/RACE Jr S[-5.91, -3.94][-5.91, -1.97][-5.91, -1.97]

Alpine Ski: XDR & AIRA

Measure in centimeters

Ski ModelBeginnerIntermediateAdvancedExpert
XDR 88 Ti[-10,0][-10,0][-5,0][0,+10]
XDR 84 Ti[-10,0][-10,0][-5,0][0,+10]
XDR 80 Ti[-10,0][-10,0][-5,0][0,+10]
XDR 80 ST C[-10,0][-10,0][-5,0][0,+10]
XDR 76 ST C[-10,0][-10,0][-5,0][0,+10]
AIRA 84 TI[-10,-5][-10,-5][-5,0][0,+5]
AIRA 80 Ti[-10,-5][-10,-5][-5,0][0,+5]
AIRA 76 CF[-10,-5][-10,-5][-5,0][0,+5]
AIRA 76 ST[-10,-5][-10,-5][-5,0][0,+5]
AIRA 76 ST C[-10,-5][-10,-5][-5,0][0,+5]
PULSE[-15,-5][-10,-5]
T1 Jr XS[-15,-10][-15,-10]

Measure in inches

Ski ModelBeginnerIntermediateAdvancedExpert
XDR 88 Ti[-3.94,0][-3.94,0][-1.97,0][0,+3.94]
XDR 80 Ti[-3.94,0][-3.94,0][-1.97,0][0,+3.94]
XDR 80 ST C[-3.94,0][-3.94,0][-1.97,0][0,+3.94]
XDR 76 ST C[-3.94,0][-3.94,0][-1.97,0][0,+3.94]
AIRA 84 TI[-3.94,-1.97][-3.94, -1.97][-1.97,0][0,+1.97]
AIRA 80 Ti[-3.94,-1.97][-3.94, -1.97][-1.97,0][0,+1.97]
AIRA 76 CF[-3.94,-1.97][-3.94, -1.97][-1.97,0][0,+1.97]
AIRA 76 ST[-3.94,-1.97][-3.94, -1.97][-1.97,0][0,+1.97]
AIRA 76 ST C[-3.94,-1.97][-3.94, -1.97][-1.97,0][0,+1.97]
PULSE[-5.91, -1.97][-3.94, -1.97]
T1 Jr XS[-5.91, -3.94][-15,-10]

How to Measure Nordic Skis

"Nordic hiking" skis are designed to make skiing as easy as possible while providing maximum stability and control.

Choosing The Size Of Your Skis The most important thing to think about is your weight. Then fine-tune your choice based on your technical skill and your goals for making progress.

  • Stuck between 2 skis? If you're just getting started with cross-country skiing or aren't comfortable with classic techniques yet, choose the smaller ski. However, if your goal is to improve your performance, we recommend going for the longer ski.

Choosing The Size Of Cross-Country Skiing Skate Skis The size of your future pair of skate skis is usually the first question that comes to mind. The typical skier uses cross-country skiing skate skis 10 to 15 cm shorter than their classic skis. Normally we would use our own height to choose the length of the skis (like for Alpine skiing, for example), but this would be a mistake. Whether skiing cross-country or classic, your weight is the main factor in choosing the size of your cross-country skates.

  • Using your weight, find the right-sized ski for you.
  • Found two ski sizes for your weight? Choose based on your technical skill and your goals for making progress. Shorter skis are easier to use, whereas bigger sizes will help you slide longer.

For example: I weigh 75 kg, I ski regularly and am looking to improve: I'll go for the 192 cm ski.

Choosing The Size Of Classic Cross-Country Skis A pair of classic cross-country skis is about 15 to 20 cm longer than the skier is tall. However, the most important thing to think about is your weight and your skill level. Using your height and weight, find the right-sized ski for you.

  • Then fine-tune your choice based on your technical skill and your goals for making progress.
  • Stuck between 2 skis? If you're just getting started with cross-country skiing or aren't comfortable with classic techniques yet, choose the smaller ski. However, if your goal is to improve your performance, we recommend going for the longer ski.

For example: I'm 178 cm tall, I weigh 75 kg, I ski regularly and am looking to improve: I'll go for the soft version 206 cm ski.

Nordic Ski : Endurance Combi

Order sizeYour bodyweight (kg)
18040 - 60
18855 - 70
19660 - 75
20170 - 90

Nordic Ski : S/LAB, Racing & RS Skate

Order sizeYour bodyweight (kg)
17035 - 50
17745 - 60
18250 - 70
18760 - 80
19270 - 90
192 X-Stiff90 - 110

Nordic Ski : Endurance Skate RS7

Order sizeYour bodyweight (kg)
17440 - 55
17950 - 65
18660 - 75
19170 - 90

Nordic Ski : Endurance Skate RS8

Order sizeYour bodyweight (kg)
17440 - 55
17950 - 65
18660 - 75
19170 - 90
191 X-Stiff85 - 100

Nordic Ski : Endurance Skin

Order sizeYour height (cm)Your bodyweight (kg)
188 MED150 - 16655 - 65
188 HARD150 - 16665 - 75
196 MED166 - 17355 - 65
196 HARD166 - 17365 - 75
201 MED173 - 17875 - 85
201 HARD173 - 17885 - 95
206 MED178 - 21080 - 90
206 HARD178 - 21090 - 100
206 X-HARD178 - 210100 - 120

Nordic Ski : Racing Classic

Order sizeYour height (cm)Your bodyweight (kg)
188 SOFT150 - 16640 - 55
188 MED150 - 16655 - 65
196 SOFT166 - 17345 - 55
196 MED166 - 17355 - 65
201 SOFT173 - 17865 - 75
206 SOFT178 - 21070 - 80
206 MED178 - 21080 - 90
206 HARD178 - 21090 - 100

Nordic Ski : S/LAB, Racing & RC Classic

Order sizeYour height (cm)Your bodyweight (kg)
188 SOFT150 - 16640 - 55
188 MED150 - 16655 - 65
188 HARD150 - 16665 - 75
196 SOFT166 - 17345 - 55
196 MED166 - 17355 - 65
196 HARD166 - 17365 - 75
201 SOFT173 - 17865 - 75
201 MED173 - 17875 - 85
201 HARD173 - 17885 - 95
206 SOFT178 - 21070 - 80
206 MED178 - 21080 - 90
206 HARD178 - 21090 - 100
206 X-HARD178 - 210100 - 120

Nordic Ski : Touring

Order sizeYour bodyweight (kg)
17040 - 55
18250 - 65
19060 - 75
19870 - 85
20680 - 95
206 X-Stiff90 - 110

Nordic Ski : Touring Escape Grip

Order sizeYour bodyweight (kg)
17440 - 55
18250 - 65
19060 - 75
19870 - 85
20680 +

Nordic Ski : Touring Escape Skin

Order sizeYour bodyweight (kg)
18040 - 55
18850 - 65
19660 - 75
20170 - 85
20680 - 95
206 X-Stiff90 - 110

Nordic Ski : Touring Snowscape

Order sizeYour bodyweight (kg)
S40 - 50
M50 - 65
L65 - 80
XL75 - 90
XXL90 - 110

Nordic Ski: Racing Skate

Order sizeYour bodyweight (kg)
17035 - 50
17745 - 60
18250 - 70
18760 - 80
19270 - 90
192 X-Stiff90 - 110

Nordic Ski : Endurance & Aero

Order sizeYour bodyweight (kg)
17440 - 55
18250 - 65
19060 - 75
19870 - 85
20680 - 95
206 X-Stiff90

Nordic Ski : Endurance RC7 & RC8

Order sizeYour bodyweight (kg)
18040 - 55
18855 - 65
19660 - 75
20170 - 85
20680 - 95
206 X-Stiff90+

Nordic Ski : Escape Outback

Order sizeYour bodyweight (kg)
16058 - 68
18868 - 78
18678 - 90
20086 - 98
21094 - 11

Nordic Ski : Escape Outpath 60

Order sizeYour bodyweight (kg)
17050 - 60
18060 - 70
19070 - 85
20080 - 95
21090 - 105

Nordic Ski : Escape Outpath 64

Order sizeYour bodyweight (kg)
16550 - 65
17560 - 75
18570 - 85
19580 - 95
20590 - 105

With so many gear options to sort through, it can be really helpful to chat with someone who understands your needs and provides guidance. If you have any questions about finding the right ski, chat with a Ski Expert here on Curated for free, personalized recommendations.

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