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How to Put Skis On and Off?

Published in Skiing Basics 2 mins read

To put skis on, insert your boot into the binding. To take skis off, press down on the back of the binding to release your boots.

Here's a breakdown of the process:

Putting Skis On:

  1. Clear the binding: Make sure the ski binding is clear of snow and ice.
  2. Align your boot: Position your ski boot over the binding. The toe of your boot should align with the toe piece of the binding.
  3. Engage the toe: Press down firmly on the toe piece until it clicks into place. Some bindings may require you to manually close a lever.
  4. Engage the heel: Step down firmly on the heel piece until it clicks into place. You should hear a distinct "click" indicating that the boot is securely attached.

Taking Skis Off:

  1. Locate the release lever: Find the release lever at the heel of the binding.
  2. Apply pressure: Press down firmly on the release lever with your ski pole or by hand.
  3. Release the boot: The heel piece will release, allowing you to step out of the binding.
  4. Step out: Lift your boot out of the binding.

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