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.

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Race Place is more than just a leading retailer of alpine race gear; it’s a vital source of ski tuning innovation. Founded by Scott Holmer in 1995, Race Place has grown from a humble mail-order catalog to one of North America’s largest retailers of race equipment. Learn more about the story of Race Place.

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West Mountain Racing, located at the base of West Mountain Ski Resort in beautiful Queensbury, NY, which is situated at the foothills of the Adirondack Mountains between Lake George and Saratoga Springs, is looking to hire two coaches. Apply online!

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United States Collegiate Ski and Snowboard Association (USCSA) was excited to announce the election of several new members to its Board of Directors. They also unveiled the winners of several 2023-2024 annual awards, including Coach of the Year, Volunteer of the Year, Conference Coordinator of the Year, the Legacy of Service Award, and the Holger Petersen Volunteer Award.

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To mark the 30th episode of the Skiing is Believing podcast’s summer series, Alan and Matt welcomed Stifel US Ski Team giant slalom athlete to the show, Tommy Ford.

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Sync Performance announced the new SYNC Junior Team for the 2024/25 season! Check it out!

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Just as Marco was regaining his strength, he encountered another setback. A slipped disc in his back, which had been causing discomfort, refused to respond to conservative treatments. The situation worsened, leading to the unfortunate decision: surgery.

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Green Mountain Valley School (GMVS) is excited to announce that longtime Stifel U.S. Ski Team coach Mike Day as Assistant Head of School and Alpine Program Director.

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The amazing Ron LeMaster photomontages aim to immerse athletes in the images of ski racers, helping them internalize the technique through their neuromuscular system. Athletes then replicate the "technique" their coaches teach, aligned with these concepts. This edition features ankle flexion

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Petra Vlhová, the remarkable Slovakian Olympic Champion, has been the only athlete to challenge the slalom dominance of the Stifel US Ski Team's superstar Mikaela Shiffrin. Vlhová’s fierce competitiveness and immense skill made her a strong contender for the 2024 season slalom title. However, her season took an unexpected turn when she suffered a devastating injury while racing giant slalom in her home World Cup race in Jasná, Slovakia.

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Alexis Pinturault Returns to the Slopes After Knee Injury

Seven months ago, Alexis Pinturault, a top French star in Alpine skiing, faced a significant setback. During the Super-G race in Wengen, he crashed, injuring his left knee. This injury required surgery and forced him to miss the rest of the season. Fans everywhere wondered when he would return to the sport he loves.

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SYNC Performance announces their SYNC NCAA Team for the 2024–25 season. SYNC provides on-snow opportunities, gear, and apparel to the team, which excels these athletes on and off the hill. 

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Alice Robinson showed why she’s a local hero by winning the first Giant Slalom of the Winter Games NZ FIS Australia New Zealand Cup (ANC). Despite tough weather and snow conditions, Robinson outperformed a competitive field of elite women skiers.

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Silver Run Ski Foundation, a 140-member winter sports team at Red Lodge, MT, seeks to hire a new director. Learn more and apply!

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"This season started differently than usual," Lara says, her voice filled with excitement. "We chose New Zealand for our training, which was a new place for me. Although the snow is scarce, the training is going well. Adapting to less favorable conditions is part of the process, and I’m trying to make the most of the available slopes."

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In episode 29 of the summer series on the Skiing is Believing podcast, Matt and Alan welcomed former Stifel US Ski team member Andrew Weibrecht.

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The previous NorAm draft calendar scheduled the November women's slalom and giant slalom races in Loveland. The changes have resulted in women racing giant slalom in Copper and slalom in Aspen. The draft also had the men's slalom races in Copper, but like the women's, these races will now be held in Aspen. These are the only changes from the earlier draft.

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Sam DuPratt, World Cup speed skier on the Stifel U.S. Alpine Ski Team, is ready to return to snow after yet another road to recovery when he sustained a knee injury in the Bormio World Cup last season. However, he is no stranger to a triumphant return, having faced major injury setbacks in the past.

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Waterville Valley is pleased to extend an invitation to additional programs seeking top-notch training opportunities. Waterville Valley not only offers world-class training conditions but also presents a more cost-effective alternative compared to traveling to Europe or Colorado.

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Powdr Corp., which owns multiple ski resorts in the U.S. and Canada, is selling Vermont's Killington Resort and Pico Mountain, the largest mountain resort in New England, to a group of local passholders, the company said Thursday.

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