Confirming Your DIN or Z-Value Settings on Rental Skis

When renting skis, one of the most crucial steps for ensuring safety on the slopes is confirming your DIN (or Z-value) settings. The DIN setting on your ski bindings determines how easily your boots will release during a fall, balancing safety with performance. At Sports Basement, we carefully calculate this number based on your height, weight, skiing ability, and boot size. However, transportation and handling can occasionally cause the bindings to shift, so a quick check before skiing is essential.

Here’s how to confirm your DIN/Z-value setting:

1. Check Your Invoice

After renting your skis, you should have received an invoice via email that lists your calculated DIN/Z-value. Locate this document as soon as you receive your skis. It’s your reference point for ensuring your bindings are properly set.

2. Inspect Your Ski Bindings

On each binding, you’ll find a visible scale displaying the current DIN/Z-value setting. This is usually near the toe or heel piece, marked with a number. Compare this number to the one on your invoice.

3. Verify the Match

If the numbers match, you’re good to go! If they don’t, it’s crucial to address this before skiing. Incorrect settings could lead to your bindings releasing too easily or not releasing when needed, increasing the risk of injury.

4. What to Do If There’s a Mismatch

If your bindings don’t align with the number on your invoice, just bring your skis into the nearest location for a quick, on-the-spot fix. We’ll adjust the bindings for you—free of charge. A mismatch is often caused by minor bumps during delivery, and correcting it is quick and easy.

Taking a moment to confirm your DIN/Z-value settings ensures you’re skiing safely and confidently. Enjoy the slopes, and don’t hesitate to reach out to us if you need assistance!

Yep, we have a video on all this, too: