Good beginnners skis

Hi

Can anyone recomend some good skis and boots for beginners?

I've searched various sites and the choice is huge so wondered if anyone could recommend some from experience?

Thanks

So much depends on you. What type of beginner are you ?

If you have no clue as to what to buy, then you are likely best served by renting until you know more. Do some research on types of ski so you can understand a little about the skis you rent.

If you are commited to the sport, then buying boots would a good investment. Fit and comfort are very important to a good skiing experience. Use the search function on this forum for some discussion about boots

Trencher

i would forget the skis right now and spend money on the best fitted boots you can afford, you can hire pretty good skis in any resort and as you progress your needs will change.

as for boots do not buy on line and do not buy "a beginners boot" you need to set your sights a little higher think about your skiing in the next couple of years and where your level will be then. it really depends on your foot shape as to what boot will work best for you but do not fall into the trap of believing that lange only make narrow boots and salomon make medium width boots all the major brands make a range of lasts [shapes] to fit from the narrowest to the widest feet, a good boot fitter should be able to select the best shape to fit your feet....boot to stiff for your ability again a good fitter should be able to adjust the flex and soften a boot a little should this be required.

if you have a bunion do not buy a boot to fit the width of the foot and the bunion, get the boot which fits the foot and have it modified to accomodate the enlargement.

where are you and i may be able to suggest someone close to you

Sound advice - forget the skis for now, and invest in a decent pair of boots and have them fitted with custom footbeds. Worry about skis when you have reached the next level, and rent in the meantime. Unless you are going 3 times a season of course.