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skiing terms

  1. karlo

    What is a hip dump?

    I've seen the term used in this forum a number of times, described as undesirable. What is it? I think maybe I do it.
    • karlo
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    • "hip dump" ski term getting hip low to the snow hip dump in skiing kate howe skiing jargon skiing terms
    • Replies: 127
    • Forum: Ski School
  2. karlo

    Definition of Angulation and Inclination

    I need some help as I am getting ready for my PSIA II exam. I am reading the definitions in the Alpine Technical Manual. angulation - Laterally tipping the body relative to the slope by creating angles between various body parts. It allows the skier to adjust edge angle and maintain balance...
    • karlo
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    • angulation in skiing angulation of hip and knees angulation vs. inclination any tipping of a body part relative to slope hip angulation and knee angulation inclination in skiing laterally tipping the body relative to the slope psia ii exam skiing jargon skiing terms
    • Replies: 91
    • Forum: Ski School
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