Skier/Rider Types

Cautious Skiers (Type I):

Ski conservatively, prefer slower speeds, prefer easy and moderate slopes, favor lower than average release-retention settings. This corresponds to an increased risk of inadvertent binding release in order to gain increased release capability in a fall. Type I settings apply to entry-level skiers uncertain of their classification.

Moderate Skiers (Type II):

Ski moderately, prefer a variety of speeds, ski on varied terrain, including most difficult trails. All skiers who do not meet the descriptions of either Type I or Type III. Engage in moderate skiing at average release-retention settings.

Aggressive Skiers (Type III):

Ski aggressively, normally ski at high speeds, prefer steeper and more challenging terrain, favor higher than average release-retention settings. This corresponds to decreased capability to release in a fall in order to decrease the risk of inadvertent binding release. Engage in aggressive skiing at higher release-retention settings.