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Youngsnow
YoungSnow
Strict, stricter – WorldSki junior test. Every year the implicitness, unconcerned attitude and dedication of our ski kids and teens who test the carving performance, running smoothness and overall impression of the newest models is just fascinating. Long ago the WorldSki junior test has become an inherent part of the test procedure and has disabused its initial critics and sceptics.
Every year anew it surprises with its results the observing experts and – by the way – sometimes even the young testers themselves! This year our young testers decided to deal with the giant slalom skis for the coming season. Visually, the skis resemble those for adults, but of course they have been adapted to the needs of young skiers. A Giant Slalom ski exhibits stronger allround qualities than a slalom ski for instance and, in a tamed version, can be moved easily even by a weaker skier. But be aware: the correct assessment of skiing skills and of the physical development of the young skier form the important basis for a buying decision which then makes fun, pleasure and healthiness for the skier possible almost by itself.
Young Snow test criteria:
impression of carving, running smoothness, overall impression
Thats the way it happens:
- all modells are black.
- valuation with the aid of Smiley, which were converted into points
- the best and the worst result are cancelled.
- after that we calculate the mean value
Michaela Gerg-Leitner
(Ex German World Class Skier)
The WST is the most professional ski test I have ever seen and heard of. To tape the skis black and make them unrecognizable is a very good idea as they prevent people to support their preferred brands.
Nicola Werdenigg
(Edelwiser)
A broad spectrum of test people and an exciting test system- due to the blackened skis there is no influence and results are really objective. And for the industry it is an enormous challenge to produce skis that are really inviting and a pleasure to ski with.
Franz Klammer
(Head of Testing)
We want to support and help the customer, not to find the best, but the right ski for him/her. Personally I don´t really care about design and colors: a ski has to be a ski!
Verena Höllbacher
(European Cup)
Those skis in the category “Ladies Slalom Race “demanded a lot…it is really impressive, what kind of skis the industry is bringing to the market every year.
Werner Franz
(Ex Austrian Worldcup Skier)
For me, the most important thing is the handling of the skis. When it comes to sales, design is also an important factor. I am also glad to see, that safety is an important issue with WST and almost everybody is wearing a helmet.
Raimund Berger
(Head of Testing)
WST is really significant as we do have again very good tester and test material. Safety is the crucial point as we do want to have an accident-free even
Marcel Hirscher
(Austrian Worldcup Skier)
With the WST top skiers are testing the models thoroughly and that is the perfect help for every customer. The latest trend: the modern design of the“free ski” is transferred to all the other categories.
Margita Marbler
(Freestyler)
I am so happy that I am able to help consumers with their buying decision. And for me personally, it is a very good time and it will hold lots of wonderful memories.
Bernard Vajdic
(Slovenian Skier)
It is my first time to take part at the WST, it´s great fun and organization is just perfect. I am looking forward coming back next year.
Fritz Strobl
(Olympic Champion)
I think that WST is a great thing, as it is fair and objective. In addition it is a perfect opportunity to test various models and learn the differences.
Ingrid Salvenmoser
(Ex Ski Star)
The testing procedure has been the same now for eight years and that only proves that the WST is significant and valid. In terms of safety a helmet and back protector should be standard on the slopes and just a natural thing to put on
Urska Hrovath
(Ex Ski Star)
It is my fourth time with WST and every single time has been a great experience. You meet lots of friends and have a real good time together. It is my fourth time with WST and every single time has been a great experience. You meet lots of friends and have a real good time together.
Hans Knauss
(ORF Expert)
Ski industry is constantly working on improvements of their models and this year there are some really good skis available. As a long-timer with WST I can only say: keep on going, everything is great!
