Far West Development Initiative

A great ski run seamlessly combines the nine FWDI Key Concepts into three essential elements: Stance, Transition, and Turn.

The Young Skier’s Guide: Fundamentals of Ski Racing ninth and final key concept covers “Balance Against the Outside Ski."

The concept covered in this article is “Edge Angle,” the eighth in the The Young Skier’s Guide: Fundamentals of Ski Racing series.

The Far West Development Initiative (FWDI), supported by Melissa and Martin Huml, created The Young Skier's Guide: Fundamentals of Ski Racing to support the development of U14 racers, but fortunately, it benefits all ages. Ron LeMaster's stunning photos and videos lead the teaching, with Ron Kipp's text offering valuable support. Ski Racing Media is pleased to publish nine articles highlighting the book's key concepts. The concept covered in this article is "Long Leg/ Short Leg," the sixth in the series.

Mikaela Shiffrin Photo: GEPA pictures The Far West Development Initiative (FWDI), supported by Melissa and

The Far West Development Initiative (FWDI), supported by Melissa and Martin Huml, created The Young

This linking of turns needs to be efficient. The center of mass is centered laterally between both skis and longitudinally over the ski boots, allowing the skier options for the upcoming turn.

When we say "facing" downhill, we don't mean facing exactly down the hill. Instead, the upper body should be slightly biased downhill. This means the front of the bib should mostly be visible from below the skier.