Skiing powder

Skiing / Popular

Adjust stance and turn shape for deep snow.

What coaches agree on

  • Press both skis together to build a platform under your feet. Use that platform to spring yourself light and float into the next turn.
  • Wider, fatter powder skis (100mm or more underfoot) make it much easier to float and turn in deep snow than narrow all-mountain or piste skis.
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Common mistakes

  • Leaning back is the most common error - it buries your ski tails, kills your ability to steer, and leaves you stuck in the back seat.
  • Rushing the turn - twisting the skis abruptly, slamming your weight onto the new ski, or forcing it around with your shoulders - throws you off balance instead of a smooth transition.
Tip for skiing powder snow
Intermediate

Tip for skiing powder snow

Coach's take: Solid technical cues, just wish it were tightened up. The ideas are all there.

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