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Everybody is talking about camber, tip and tail but you do not really know what it means? In this blog post we explain the differences between the individual ski profiles – the so-called rocker types and which profile is the best for which kind of slope.
camber, rocker aND FLAT – skiprofiles and their differences
There are very different ski profiles that ski manufacturers have come up with in the course of skiing history. The three main protagonists are: Camber, Rocker and Flat.
What about the Camber?
Camber can be equated with preload – and that actually expresses what makes up the camber ski – is probably the most classic ski profile. He has a positive bias. So between the tip of the ski and the end, a slight bend stretches. There is an air space between the area of the ski to which the binding is attached and the ground. As soon as pressure is applied to the ski, the ski is under tension and obtains continuous edge contact. This is particularly advantageous at high speeds and harder conditions.
What is Rocker?
Rocker skis are alpine skis with a negative bias. Ski tip and tail are bent up. Between the ski area where the binding is located and the ground the ski lies on. However, that’s not the case with every rocker. There are numerous variations.
Flat like flat?
Like you can already think, the Flat rocker is a flat type of ski. The skis should therefore rest flat on the ground. But in reality the practice of ski manufacturers looks a bit different. Camber, Rocker and Flat are often combined. Why limit yourself to three variants, if there are many possibilities that bring a lot of fun on the slopes?
FULL CAMBER – the classic
The Full Camber is – as the name already suggests – the real, the classic among the Cambers. That’s why he is called Classic or Traditional Camber. A proven ski profile for many years now.
For those who like to ski on icy slopes, the camber is a good choice. In the curves it really shows its skills. In the middle it is slightly bent, ski tip and ski end exert pressure on the ground and the edges. Full camber skis are more difficult to ski than other skis and hardly forgive mistakes. A sporting challenge for every skier.
FULL ROCKER – The casual
The Full Rocker has a special ski profile. It’s very “relaxed”. Ski tip and tail are bent upwards, in the middle he lies – unlike the camber – on the ground. In addition, the Full Rocker is usually a bit wider in construction. Icy slopes are less its terrain. This casual ski feels most comfortable in deep snow and powder snow, it also easily manages slushy slopes.
The Full Rocker skis quickly forgive mistakes and is revving due to their negative bias and shorter edge length. You have to give less power and it feels like you are literally surfing in the deep snow.
TIP & TAIL ROCKER
The Tip & Tail rocker is bent at the ski tip and at the ski end, in the middle it has a traditional bias. In the middle the ski is bend a bit – unlike the Full Rocker Ski. The effective edge length is also shorter here, giving the ski a high maneuverability.
The Tip & Tail Rocker offers slightly less driving stability than the Full Camber, but they guide their rider reliably. With them, you can confidently venture onto the next jump.
TIP ROCKER
Tip Rocker skis are – unlike the Tip & Tail Rocker – only bent up at the ski tip. In the middle they have a traditional bias – so they are slightly bent in the middle. The effective edge length is also shortened here, which provides a slightly lower driving stability compared to full camber.
But you remain flexible, even if the speed increases. The tip rocker is also characterized by its excellent maneuverability and is therefore easier to drive than a full camber ski.
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