How does crystal type affect skiing?

Different crystal shapes like dendritic or granular change how crystals interlock, which directly impacts the `get_turn_ease` score and the overall glide coefficient.

Can I use this to predict snow quality?

Yes, the `get_snow_quality` tool provides a single metric representing the overall skiability based on temperature, humidity, and crystal characteristics.

What is the difference between new and settled snow in the model?

The model uses the `isSettled` parameter to distinguish between high-porosity fresh snow and compacted, stable settled snow, which changes the friction and stability calculations.

Snow Crystal Size Effect MCP Connector for Claude

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Models the impact of snow crystal morphology and environment on skiing performance.

4 tools Official Updated Oct 1, 2026 Official Vinkius Partner

More Details Connect to Claude

This MCP server provides a specialized modeling engine to calculate how snow crystal morphology and environmental conditions affect skiing. By analyzing crystal size, type, and snow state, it provides precise data on friction and maneuverability. Use get_glide_coefficient to determine sliding resistance, get_turn_ease to assess edge grip and control, get_snow_quality for a holistic skiability score, and analyze_snow_environment to understand the physical snow state including moisture and stability.

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Connect to Claude

Subscribe on Vinkius, then add this connector to Claude.ai or Claude Code.

① Claude.ai (web app)

Go to Settings → Connectors → Add custom connector
Paste the MCP endpoint URL below

https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_yofQ4aaOfoLi4EQ062pmOBBfG1Gl1zuFDXQkFxq9/mcp

② Claude Code (terminal)

claude mcp add --transport http snow-crystal-size-effect https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_yofQ4aaOfoLi4EQ062pmOBBfG1Gl1zuFDXQkFxq9/mcp

③ Claude Desktop

Add to claude_desktop_config.json:

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "snow-crystal-size-effect": {
      "url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_yofQ4aaOfoLi4EQ062pmOBBfG1Gl1zuFDXQkFxq9/mcp"
    }
  }
}

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