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There are several sub-disciplines or sub-styles within skiing that utilise different equipment and techniques. | There are several sub-disciplines or sub-styles within skiing that utilise different equipment and techniques. | ||
* [[Downhill Skiing|Downhill]] (also known as [[Downhill Skiing|Alpine Skiing]] or just 'skiing'). | * [[Downhill Skiing|Downhill]] (also known as [[Downhill Skiing|Alpine Skiing]] or just 'skiing'). | ||
| − | * [[Cross Country]] (also known as | + | * [[Cross Country]] (also known as '''Nordic skiing''' or '''Alpine Touring'''). |
* [[Telemark]] | * [[Telemark]] | ||
Revision as of 11:22, 5 February 2011
Is it just going downhill fast on a pair of planks?
Contents
Introduction
Disciplines
There are several sub-disciplines or sub-styles within skiing that utilise different equipment and techniques.
- Downhill (also known as Alpine Skiing or just 'skiing').
- Cross Country (also known as Nordic skiing or Alpine Touring).
- Telemark
History
Main Article: History of Skiing
Terminology
Skiing has a vocabulary all of it's own; some of the more common terms you will hear are piste, fall line, run, out of bounds, in bounds, slow zone, (terrain) park, lift, platter, poma, chair, t-bar, base building, gate, traverse, (etc - link to relevant sections of wiki)
Getting Started
Skiing is the type of sport that can be enjoyed socially or taken extremely seriously. While getting started involves some preparation and practice, the good news is that the snow sport industry is geared towards making things easy for newcomers.
As you interact with people, let them know it is your first time they will be able to provide you with the best support and service.
More Information: New to the Snow
Basic Equipment
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Instruction
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Safety
Getting There
Driving
On the Slopes
ARC
Weather
Helmets
Where to Go
Depends on budget, season and type of skiing.
Resorts Backcountry
Competitions
Casual vs professional
Resources
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Pages in category "Skiing"
The following 8 pages are in this category, out of 8 total.
