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Key Alpine Ski Racing Rule Changes for 2025–26

U.S. Ski & Snowboard and FIS have announced key alpine ski racing rule changes for 2025–26. While not all updates apply to every athlete, they include changes to FIS start eligibility, competition formats, equipment rules, and official requirements. U18 athletes will no longer face a FIS start maximum, live timing will be restricted at U14 and younger races, and FIS will update point calculations and enforce cut-resistant gear requirements. Learn the details.

By | 2025-08-13T09:02:42-06:00 August 11th, 2025 | Tags: , , , , , , | Comments Off on Key Alpine Ski Racing Rule Changes for 2025–26
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DISTON Sets the Gold Standard in Ski Racing Protection with EU-Certified Cut-Resistant Pants, Tops and Neck Guards

DISTON leads the way as its cut-resistant garments become officially certified under EU Regulation 2016/425 as Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). Learn more about how Diston is achieving this standard.

By | 2025-08-08T10:52:45-06:00 August 8th, 2025 | Tags: , , , | Comments Off on DISTON Sets the Gold Standard in Ski Racing Protection with EU-Certified Cut-Resistant Pants, Tops and Neck Guards
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FIS Sets New Safety Equipment Rules for 2025–26 Alpine Season

FIS has announced several new safety-focused equipment regulations for the 2025–26 alpine ski season. The changes include a ban on rigid shin pads inside ski boots, mandatory cut-resistant undergarments for Level 0 and 1 events, and required airbag back protectors in elite-level speed disciplines. Every FIS athlete—especially those competing on the Nor-Am, Europa Cup, or World Cup circuits—should review these updates and prepare accordingly.

By | 2025-06-30T15:03:40-06:00 June 23rd, 2025 | Tags: , , , | Comments Off on FIS Sets New Safety Equipment Rules for 2025–26 Alpine Season
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SYNC Performance: Pioneering Cut-Resistant Ski Clothing for Safety and Performance

One company leading the charge in pioneering cut-resistant ski clothing is SYNC Performance, based in Edwards, Colorado. Ski Racing Media caught up with SYNC's team to delve into their journey, challenges, and hopes for the future of cut-resistant ski attire.

By | 2024-05-08T15:29:53-06:00 May 6th, 2024 | Tags: , | Comments Off on SYNC Performance: Pioneering Cut-Resistant Ski Clothing for Safety and Performance
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