CAMBER

This refers to the upward curvature built in the body of the ski. The camber of the ski is measured in millimeters from the center of an unweighted ski to the flat base surface. The weight of the ski rests on the two contact points; one near the tip and one near the tail. The camber is a determining factor in ski performance. Especially in relation to a freeride ski, the camber in combination with shovel rise is essential for the ski’s ability to float in powder.

Standard Camber
Standard camber in combination with sandwich construction delivers agile rebound behavior and performance. The traditional camber of an unweighted ski is about 6-8mm. This construction ensures progressive ride characteristics, such as turning power and stability.

Low Camber
Skis with low camber have lower initial stiffness. The camber describes the space between the unweighted ski base and a flat contact surface. A ski with less camber can be bent easier (especially in powder) and with less pressure from the skier.
 
Because of this turns are initiated quicker and steered better on the sidecut of the ski. Standard camber constitution (that means more camber, about 6-8mm) is reduced for off-piste skis to guarantee the same driving characteristics of an on-piste ski.