realskiers

Hey Gang....if I may jump into this funky quagmire.....

Having learned from Harold strong big toe edge, short radius turns, body and high edge angles, I know there is a place for this kind of skiing....ripping up groomers of all kinds.

I also learned from John Clendenin how using soft edges in steep piitches, using the skis flat in bumps, broken snow, monstrous trenches, gives you the ability to manage speed with more control and less effort.

The common factors I see: learn to use all four edges of your skis, effective pole plants, keep the feet working under the hips, wide stance skiing is not as productive, and always look ahead for the next turn.

Ron, the pics you posted are awesome....love what I see with use of uphill edge, awesome stance, pole plant ready to go...classic.

The industry has some outstanding leaders in skiing methodology....Many of us have been fortunate to ski with some of these leaders....
I truly believe there are cross over bare bone skills that connect all the great instructors.....the secret....find what works for you and allows you to enjoy all the conditions you point your skis downnhill in.

Best,
Gary