This section of the website is not only for instructors, coaches and racers, but also for advanced skiers who want to master elements of modern racing technique. Here you will find articles on different aspects of ski coaching, from racing techniques, tactics and strategies to tips on dryland and off-season training.
Austrian Ski Racing Technique and Coaching. Part II: Gates
Part II of Austrian Ski Racing Coaching focuses on principles of setting training courses and progressions in gate training. A brief outline reveals a very methodical approach in getting young skiers ready to face challenging World Cup courses.
Austrian Ski Racing Technique and Coaching. Part I: Technique
The outline of Austrian ski racing technique directly from the Austrian Ski Federation. Includes basic principles and methods of correction of common mistakes. Illustrated with photos of Hermann Maier and Benjamin Raich.
Modern Alpine Racing Technique
Greg Gurshman
Modern alpine ski racing technique has been a subject of many controversies and misinterpretations. This article tries to clarify this matter by studying the technique of best ski racers in the world.
Inclination as an Integral Part of Modern Giant Slalom Technique
Greg Gurshman
Inclination is a technical term that is often confused with banking. This article, first published in "Professional Skier", explains this very important part of modern technique.
From Giant Slalom to Freeskiing
Georg Capaul
When ski technology evolves, skiing technique must follow suit. Hence, not only racers, but all skiers must be willing to alter their own skiing tactics to maximize the performance of the new gear.
To Cross-Block or Not To Cross-Block?
Greg Gurshman
Cross-blocking technique to clear the gate in slalom may not always be the best tactic for developing junior racers. It is important to have a correct approach in teaching this very important part of modern slalom technique.
"Short Story"
Olle Larson
This article was published in "Ski Racing" magazine in the Spring of 2000. Although slalom skiing has changed since then, the article presents a very interesting explanation of modern slalom technique.
