Uphill Technique

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Uphill Technique

Stride, Pacing, and Posture

If using pin-bindings, first carefully line up the toe of your boot with the two lateral binding pins. Then step evenly downward until the binding snaps close. Adjust your climbing lifters for the lowest uphill setting. Adjust your pole straps so you can have a loose grip and allow the weight of your arm to easily “fall” onto the strap.

Stride slowly with the ski on the ground. Lifting and stepping is inefficient and will tire you out more quickly. Allow the ski to glide far enough so that your ankle travels slightly in front of your knee. This is ideal for striding...

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