"In addition to being a costly piece of the ski racing puzzle, equipment is also a sizable variable in the larger ski racing success equation. ... The ramifications of cutting corners when it comes to equipment can render all other efforts less effective."
"The purpose of my article is not to discourage ski racers from attending a ski academy or major resort program. However, the U.S. development system clearly needs another track for training junior alpine ski racers."
"Ski racing is not just about who can carve their ski the cleanest, hold a more aerodynamic tuck, or get out of the start the quickest. I would argue that THE most important skill to have, especially on race day, is confidence."
When it comes to cost and programming, according to veteran coach Johno McBride, it's a fine line between doing too much and not doing enough.
The cost of racing in the U.S. is five or six times what it is in Italy, according to one contributor. Why is that?
“I am a firm believer that a kid from a small program can make it without breaking the bank,” says USST alum, ski parent and part-time coach Kyle Wieche. “It involves talent and hard work, but most importantly patience and confidence in doing your own program, your own way.”
It is easy to point our finger at the expense of equipment and lift passes and the increased costs of airline tickets, accommodations and travel meals but the problem is us.
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