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skill building: Lines in bumps
Goal: Taming moguls Level: Expert Suggested terrain: Easy moguls on a slope well below your ability (easier) Author: Kobus Reyneke Summary: Learn to identify and ski the two major lines in bumps. Photos and Videos coming soon! |
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Generally, there are two lines to follow down a bump
run:
A. Fast line Understand that it is the fast line, so be aware that warp speed is just around the corner. Ski it for fun, but for a controlled bump run, you'll have to come back to the slow line. B. Slow line This translates to more control, less speed, probably more fun. To ski this line effectively, you must: C. Top to top To start, try a short series of bumps. Basically, you'll reach terminal velocity and use primarily the top of the bump to turn on or slow you down. This method is fun if the snow is user-friendly and soft. On hardpacked bumps, the body can take a real beating. Think of the soft bump as a type of launching pad; propelling you up and over the oncoming bump to land on the backside of the one following. There, you can make a dynamic short turn to come back to earth. Print this out for future
reference and remember to have fun! |