Abstract: This invention provides an improved ski braking mechanism wherein the braking unit comprises a pair of Z-shaped, independently movable rods each having an outer leg attached to a braking spur, an inner leg attached to a brake pedal, and a central cross-bar forming a pivot axis. A stop is provided to inhibit the movement of the braking spurs towards the longitudinal middle section of the ski when the spurs are in the lowered braking position. Each braking spur is retractable towards the longitudinal middle section of the ski when the spurs are in the raised skiing position.