Skiing Technique
Tom Dudgeon 2nd Update
Another week of Dryland training has come and gone! Only a few weeks left until we hit the snow at Camp Fortune! We did our usual leg and core exercises. You do start to feel the burn after a while though. This coming week our coach had planned a small “Amazing race” sort of game..
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High School Racer Tom Dudgeon preparing for the season…
The snow is falling again, and that means ski season is just around the corner! My name is Tom, and I am going to be doing a blog about what is happening on and around the slopes this year. I have been skiing for twelve years, and I am going into my third year of..
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A Common Question Answered for a Female Skier
The following is an actual conversation I’ve had via email with a female skier looking to get some advice on a new pair of skis. I thought it may be of some value to other accomplished female skiers. I hope you find it informative, and as always, feel free to email me directly with questions!..
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What about rocker / reverse camber?
Rocker or reverse camber has been developed for ease of pivoting your skis whether in soft powder snow or spinning in the snow park. These skis reduce the stability in order to improve maneuverability through a shorter contact surface. (See more information and pictures at Volkl Rocker Designs). However, when you are on a hard-packed..
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