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On the cutting edge

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A new modern ski technique that allows for more powerful turns has been developed and adopted by today's elite World Cup racers. The new technique, which calls for moving the balance point further out toward the toes, is viewed as a response consistent with the change in modern ski designs.

Author: Larsson, Olle
Publisher: Time, Inc.
Publication Name: Skiing
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 0037-6264
Year: 1996
Innovations, Ski racing

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Ski like Tomba!

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Tomba is a versatile skier with a large number of both classic and modern moves. Tomba's skiing is uncomplicated. Skiing techniques and moves such as hip angulation, the scissor step, the double pole plant and the pivot are described.

Author: Larsson, Olle
Publisher: Time, Inc.
Publication Name: Skiing
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 0037-6264
Year: 1993
Cover Story, Tomba, Alberto

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Tame your technique

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Skiing with optimal balance requires economy of motion. This is achieved through fluid movements. The skiing techniques of Alberto Tomba, Diann Roffe, Marc Girardelli and Rudolf Nierlich are discussed.

Author: Larsson, Olle
Publisher: Time, Inc.
Publication Name: Skiing
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 0037-6264
Year: 1992

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Subjects list: Methods, Skiing, Skis and skiing, Skis
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