How to choose your skis without bindings: tips and advantages

If you're looking to customize your ski gear, choosing a pair of skis without bindings can be a strategic move. More and more experienced skiers prefer to buy skis and bindings separately to benefit from a setup perfectly suited to their level, skiing style, and technical needs.

Why buy skis without bindings?

Choosing skis without bindings offers interesting freedom in customization. Unlike ski + binding packages, often limited to a preset combination by the manufacturer, buying skis separately allows you to tailor each component to your needs.

Brands like DYNASTAR, ROSSIGNOL, K2, HEAD, NORDICA, BLIZZARD, and VOLKL offer a wide range of high-performance models for all types of terrain: piste, freeride, all-mountain, or backcountry. These skis are often available in “flat” versions, meaning without pre-mounted bindings, so the skier can choose the most suitable equipment.

The advantages of buying bindings separately

Purchasing bindings separately offers several benefits:

• Better adjustment to your level: Bindings play a key role in safety. By choosing them yourself, you can select a model with DIN settings suited to your weight, height, skiing level, and practice.
• More technical freedom: You can pair a DYNASTAR ski with high-end freeride bindings or choose lightweight touring bindings. This choice will directly impact the ski’s behavior on snow.
• Compatibility with your boots: Some bindings are GripWalk compatible, others are not. Buying bindings separately ensures perfect compatibility with your current boots.
• Longer-lasting equipment: If you change skis, you can remove and reuse your bindings if they’re still in good condition. This makes for a more economical and sustainable solution.

How to choose your skis without bindings?

Here are some key tips to make the right choice:

• Define your skiing style: Piste, all-mountain, freeride, or freestyle skis. For example, ROSSIGNOL Experience is perfect for intermediate piste skiers, while VOLKL Mantra is designed for seasoned freeriders.
• Consider your body type: Ski length and stiffness should match your height, weight, and ability level.
• Compare brands and technologies: Each brand has its innovations (wood cores, rocker technology, sidewalls, etc.). HEAD skis, for example, offer an excellent balance between stability and responsiveness.

Our selection of skis without bindings

On our store, you’ll find a wide range of skis without bindings from top brands:

• DYNASTAR: For mountain lovers and technical performance seekers
• ROSSIGNOL: Ideal for comfortable skiing on all terrains
• K2: Innovative and durable skis, perfect for all-around use
• HEAD: For skiers seeking precision and edge grip
• NORDICA: Powerful, stable skis for committed skiers
• BLIZZARD: Known for their highly technical all-mountain models
• VOLKL: Excellent build quality and dynamic performance

By purchasing skis and bindings separately, you get gear perfectly tailored to your preferences. This approach not only improves your feel on snow but also extends your equipment’s lifespan. Trust top brands and build a custom setup to make the most of every mountain outing.

For personalized advice, contact us (info line: 09.63.00.76.65 or via our contact form, our technical advisors will guide you in your freeride ski purchase.

Find a wide selection of equipment on our online store Snow Concept, specialist in ski, snowboard and accessories equipment. For personalized advice, contact us  info line: 09.63.00.76.65 or  via our contact form, our technical advisors will guide you in your ski purchase.