# Smart Ski Sensors Piq's Ski Technology Tracks Different Attributes Of Your Ski Technique By Rahul Kalvapalle | Published 2016-01-21 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ski-technology References: [gizmag](http://www.gizmag.com/piq-ski-sensor/40931/) & [piq](http://www.piq.com/pages/ski) The Piq sensor is a piece of highly innovative ski technology that uses stick-on construction to track your performance out on the slopes. While stick-on sensors aren't completely new in and of themselves, these ones are multi-functional and easy to use. This particular [sport sensor](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kinexon-sports) is the result of a collaboration between [wearable technology](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/airjump) company Piq and French alpine company [Rossignol](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hispeed-boot). It has a small form and can be easily strapped onto your ski boots, from where it analyzes your movements. The sensor connects to your smartphone and works in conjunction with the Piw companion app. Ski technologies can do a lot to help skiiers improve their technique and performance, and they don't come more intuitive or useful than the Piq sensor, which tracks your performance without making its presence felt. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.5/10 - Popularity: 18% | Activity: 49% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Sports](https://www.trendhunter.com/sports) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Wearable Ski Technology:** The Piq sensor is a highly innovative ski technology that tracks performance using stick-on sensors. - **Multi-functional Sensors:** The Piq sensor is a multi-functional ski technology that offers more than just tracking. - **Intuitive Ski Performance Analysis:** The Piq sensor provides intuitive analysis of your ski technique and performance using smartphone connectivity. ### Who This Affects Most - **Wearable Technology:** The Piq sensor is a wearable technology that can be easily strapped onto ski boots. - **Sports Equipment:** The Piq sensor is a ski technology created through a collaboration between Piq and Rossignol, a French alpine company. - **Mobile Applications:** The Piq sensor works in conjunction with the Piw companion app, making it useful for mobile application industry. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Performance-Tracking Skate Sensors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hockey-skate-sensors.md) - [Connected Snow Sport Goggles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rekkie-smart-snow-goggles.md) - [High-Performance Carbon Ski Boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hispeed-boot.md) - [Data-Driven Exercise Boards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smart-somatosensory-slide-board.md) - [3D-Printed Smart Insoles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/3d-printed-customized-insoles.md) - [Off-Course Skier Support Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/skiavec.md) - [Wearable Performance Trackers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cityplay.md) - [AR-Enabled Ski Goggles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ar-goggles.md) - [Wearable Fitness Trackers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/airjump.md)