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NameSkis
ProductionBlizzard Ski; manufacturer(s); late 1950s-early 1960s; Austria
Marker; manufacturer(s); late 1950s-early 1960s; Austria
Marker; manufacturer(s); late 1950s-early 1960s; Austria
Classificationsnow skis
Materialshickory, metal, polyethylene
DimensionsOverall: 105mm (width), 85mm (height), 2092mm (length)
Registration NumberGH024103
Credit lineGift of Ian Mardell, 2012
Overview
These high quality laminated hickory racing skis were made by Blizzard in Austria.
The toe unit has been removed, leaving the non-release swivel heel which was popular with racers at the time. The long leather strap was would round the skier's boot several times for additional ankle support, but did not allow for heel release during a forward fall.
These skis would have been imported for use in New Zealand.