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B. DYNAMIC LONG TURNS
1. Review this goal
2. Launch and absorb
3. Stompin' on the edge
4. Inside ski turns
5. One ski all the way
6. Angle building
7. Activate the entry
8. 1,000 Steps
9. Flash!
10. Bang!
11. Kick and flick
12. Boot chasing
13. Double pole touch
14. Skate to turn
15. Pole touch
16. Dynamic long turns


 

 

Dynamic long radius turns

Goal
: Dynamic long radius turns
Level: Expert
Suggested terrain: Groomed expert terrain.
Author: Kobus Reyneke
Summary: Put it all together and make great dynamic long radius turns.

Photos and Videos coming soon!

IMPORTANT! Understanding our approach and philosophy is important if you'd like to successfully use the drills in Ski Smarts
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Instructors worldwide basically agree on what constitutes a great long radius turn. Yes, there are subtle variations and debate continues on the subject, but in the end it comes down to the basics.

In dynamic long radius turns, strive to:

  • Maintain a relaxed and efficient stance, with feet slightly apart.
  • Avoid skidding and carve through the entire turn.
  • Keep a slightly countered stance, with your upper body staying relatively stable while facing slightly down the hill, as opposed to your legs and feet that gradually change direction.
  • Steer both skis simultaneously and actively in the same direction.
  • Extend down the hill from the uphill ski at the end of turns (roughly where your skis are across the fall line,) to achieve a carved turn.

Print this out for future reference and remember to have fun!

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