Ski size chart and length calculator
Shorter skis to learn. Longer skis to charge.
Measure your height, and add your weight if you know it. We'll give you a ski length for how and where you ski, with skis in that length.
Built from the size charts of evo, Line Skis and Rossignol size guide (Summit Collective).
By the Sizemaven team. Rules checked against their sources October 2026.
- 1Skier heightStand barefoot with your back to a wall and mark the top of your head. Measure from the floor to the mark, not with ski boots on.
- 2Skier weightWeigh yourself in light clothes. It only moves the length by 2 cm, so a close guess is fine.
Ski size chart by height and ability
For all-mountain skis, from the overlap of the evo, Line and Rossignol charts. Carving and park skis run 3-4 cm shorter, powder skis 4 cm longer.
| Skier height | Beginner (cm) | Intermediate (cm) | Advanced (cm) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 ft 10 in (147 cm) | 140-144 | 140-144 | 150-154 |
| 5 ft (152 cm) | 140-144 | 145-149 | 155-159 |
| 5 ft 2 in (157 cm) | 145-149 | 150-154 | 160-164 |
| 5 ft 4 in (163 cm) | 150-154 | 155-159 | 165-169 |
| 5 ft 6 in (168 cm) | 155-159 | 160-164 | 170-174 |
| 5 ft 8 in (173 cm) | 160-164 | 165-169 | 175-179 |
| 5 ft 10 in (178 cm) | 165-169 | 170-174 | 180-184 |
| 6 ft (183 cm) | 170-174 | 175-179 | 185-189 |
| 6 ft 2 in (188 cm) | 175-179 | 180-184 | 190-199 |
| 6 ft 4 in (193 cm) | 180-184 | 185-189 | 190-199 |
How long should my skis be for my height?
Stood on their tails, most skis reach somewhere between your chin and the top of your head (evo). Height sets the starting point and ability moves you within that range: beginners go about 11 cm under their height, because shorter skis turn easily. Intermediates go about 4 cm under their height, and advanced skiers about 3 cm over it, for stability at speed.
Where you ski moves it a few more centimeters: 3 cm shorter for carving on groomed runs, 4 cm shorter for the park, and 4 cm longer for powder (Line). For example, a 5'10" (178 cm) intermediate on all-mountain skis lands at about 174 cm, so the calculator gives 170-174 cm. For a child, see the kids' ski size chart.
| Ability | Ski length compared with your height |
|---|---|
| Beginner or cautious | -11 cm |
| Intermediate (blue runs) | -4 cm |
| Advanced or expert | +3 cm |
Ski size guides
Questions about skis
How long should my skis be?
Most skiers fit between the chin and the top of the head. For a 6' (183 cm) skier, evo's chart gives about 170 cm for a beginner and 188 cm for an expert.
Should beginners ride shorter skis?
Yes. Shorter skis are easier to turn and more forgiving. evo, Line and Rossignol put beginners about 10-15 cm shorter than their height.
Do powder skis need to be longer?
Usually. Line adds 2-5 cm for powder and freeride, and Salomon sizes freeride skis 5-10 cm taller than the skier, because longer skis float better in soft snow.
Does my weight change ski length?
A little. Line and Outdoor Horizon move the length 1-3 cm for skiers who are lighter or heavier than average for their height.
What size skis does my child need?
Kids' skis should come up between the chest and the nose (evo). Cautious beginners go nearer the chest, and fast, confident kids go nearer the nose.
How we size skis
The rule comes from the charts below, checked October 2026. Brands differ, so check the size chart on the product page before you buy. Read our method