Making Short Turns
Master Short Turns
Upper and Lower Body Separation
Pro Tip
Turn shape is the key to managing speed and producing quick, short turns. Ineffective use of the inside leg is a fundamental weakness that separates intermediate skiers from the experts. When transitioning into a short turn, focus on flexing the old downhill leg while extending the uphill leg. At the same time, think about adjusting your shin-to-boot-tongue contact from one side of the boot cuff to the other as the old inside ski becomes the new outside ski.
Practice Pivot Slips
Pro Tip
The tighter and more precise the arc, the more...