Skis for toddlers

[snowbabe07]

My daughter will be 2 this winter and I want to get her out on the slopes. Any advice on what type of skis and boots to get. Thanks

[Kim3787]

I honestly have no idea (brand wise) but I know that if you go to your local ski shop where you would be buying them, they will measure her and be able to get her the best ski's for her size. I'll be putting my little guy (4) on the slopes this year but we'll be renting his ski's rather than buying them. He loves ice skating and even buying new skates every few months has been getting costly.

[mamajill]

Congrats! We're 2 this year as well and going out for the second season... We love the trainer skiis that fit right on to regular snow boots.. here's a close up of my son fixing his feet in the skiis last season....

The instructors we've spoken with have recommended these because they can pop right out if needed and their little feet are more comfy in real snow boots...

Good luck!

 

 

[snowbabe07]

Where did you get the trainer skis?? That is just what I'm looking for. I can't imagine trying to get real ski boots on a 2 year old.

Quoting mamajill:

Congrats! We're 2 this year as well and going out for the second season... We love the trainer skiis that fit right on to regular snow boots.. here's a close up of my son fixing his feet in the skiis last season....

The instructors we've spoken with have recommended these because they can pop right out if needed and their little feet are more comfy in real snow boots...

Good luck!

 

 

[mamajill]

we got these in the Mad River Valley, but I have seen them in NH and out west too... just at normal ski shops. They're usually by the ski leashes and sleds if they carry them.

[snowbabe07]

Thanks, I'd never seen them in ski shops but then again I've never needed to look for them before. I'll have to check out some of the shops around here and if no luck, I'll look in VT when we're up there

[emilysmommy999]

i found size15 ski boots - that is about a size 8/9  in toddler shoes- and short toddler skis to rent for the year.  (this is about the smallest the ski boots come).  the plastic skies are nice for getting used to walking and going straight down a small hill.  when it comes to skiing in a wedge, having hard boots and secure bindings work better, there is just too much give in the plastic skis.