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The best way to start slalom skiing is to use a pair of combination skies. Practice lifting the single-binded ski out of the water for as long as you can. This will help you develop a sense of balance needed to ski on a single ski. When you fell comfortable supporting your weight on a single ski, it is time to drop the one ski. |
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When dropping a ski not to make any sudden movements or it will throw off your balance. Slowly lift your heel out of the ski and lift your foot up. Now slowly place your foot on the back, on the slalom, being careful not to lose your balance. When your foot is fully inserted into the boot, place weight on your back foot. |
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To make turns lean, in the direction you lean in the direction you want to go. Pull the handle toward your hip and keep your shoulders back. Your knees should be bent at all times, The more you lean and the harder you pull, the faster you will go. In time your turns will become sharper, and you will send a spray high into the air. |
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Now that you have learned how to ride and turn on a slalom ski last thing to learn is how to get out of the water on a slalom ski. Get in the water and place your front foot in the ski. Pull your ski knee in close to your chest keeping the tip of the ski out of the water. |
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| Tell the tow boat driver to put the boat in gear. This will pull you forward slowly allowing you to maintain balance using your free leg to keep your balance. Hold that position and yell hit it or go. The boat will increase in speed and you will come out of the water. Slowly place your rear foot onto the ski. Don't be discouraged if you don't get up on the first try . The success factor is one to five tries. |
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