Making Short Turns

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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...

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