The International Size Reference Guide

XC Ski Length, Kids

Cross Country skiing is great fun for the kids. And it is great coordination training as well.
But it is very important that the kids use the right equipment, and the right ski length.

As a thumbrule, we use to say: Kids should never use to long skis. Using to short skis is actually better. But the best thing is well-fitted skis! Use the Kids Ski Length Chart below to determine the correct ski length...

How to Determine Classic Ski Length?

Body height is used to determine kids' correct ski length. Place your kid with his/her back against a wall and his/her feet together, looking staight forward. Place a book or a ruler on the top of the head and push it against the wall (make sure it is hoizontal). Measure distance from the floor and up to the book/ruler, etc.

Classic Ski Length Chart

This ski length chart is unisex.
Waxless skis: choose 5 cm shorter skis.

Height CM	Height FT	SKI Length
100	3'3''	95
105	3'5''	100
110	3'7''	105/110
115	3'9''	115
120	3'11''	125/130
125	4'1''	135
130	4'3''	140/145
135	4'5''	150
140	4'7''	160
145	4'9''	165
150	4'11''	170

See also:

Shopping for ski equipment? See also our other XC ski length/size charts:

Kids' XC Ski Pole Length

XC Classic Ski Length Chart
XC Classic Pole Length Chart
XC Skate Ski Length Chart
XC Skate Pole Length Chart

Tips, Tricks or Questions about Ski Length?

Tips, tricks or questions about Kids' Ski Length? Please post it below. Thanks!