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Millions of skiers around the world have witnessed a revolution in ski design and the ensuing changes in technique. "Ultimate Skiing" is the definitive instruction manual for skiers seeking the latest developments in technique and technology. A full-colour guide for the modern skier, "Ultimate Skiing" speaks to the intermediate, advanced and racing readership by including updated techniques for modern-shaped ski designs and tips for fine-tuning boots for specific styles and terrain. Written by technique expert Ron LeMaster, "Ultimate Skiing" offers a tactical approach to applying technique to meet the needs for various conditions and ski objectives, such as ice, powder, moguls and steeps. "Ultimate Skiing" features LeMaster's clear, thorough and captivating photo sequences depicting proper form on the slopes. Every chapter includes analyses of World Cup skiers as well as exercises for developing and practicing technique. Skiers are guaranteed to benefit from LeMaster's unique method of instruction. Starting with the mechanical basics of skiing and moving on to the complete presentation of technique, "Ultimate Skiing" is the one resource that will build confidence and consistency in any serious skier.
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Ron LeMaster has spent more than 25 years as a ski instructor and race coach. Currently an instructor, trainer and lecturer at the Vail/Beaver Creek Ski School, he has also taught at the Aspen Ski School and coached with the Aspen Ski Club and the University of Colorado. Certified and accredited by the Professional Ski Instructors of America, LeMaster has spent much of the past six years lecturing at ski schools in the Colorado Rockies on the topic of ski technique and biomechanics. A frequent contributor to skiing magazines, he coauthored a 16-page article on ski technique for Snow Country's best-selling issue. He has also written technical literature for the Professional Ski Instructors of America.
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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
If you are looking for an understanding of skiing and the forces and techniques involved then this really is required reading. This is an update of "The Skiers Edge" with more recent skier analysis and colour photography. Much of the content is the based on the previous book with some additional chapters added on. The stop frame picture sets and the clarity of descriptions make this book stand out from other technical ski literature.
All ski professionals should read and study this book.
All ski professionals should read and study this book.
3 of 4 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
Clear, detailed and informative.
I'm an intermediate skier and I like to understand the physics of what I'm supposed to be doing - doesn't always translate in practise but this book has really helped me understand how/what/when so I can further improve.
Descriptions are well writtten and photos enhance the information given - it makes sense.
I'm an intermediate skier and I like to understand the physics of what I'm supposed to be doing - doesn't always translate in practise but this book has really helped me understand how/what/when so I can further improve.
Descriptions are well writtten and photos enhance the information given - it makes sense.
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Once in while a definitive reference book comes along and sits as the default text in a collection. Ultimate Skiing is such a book. It's not an ABC learn to ski book. It's a book for skiers who are serious about understanding the sport and seeking autonomy in their own progress.
It looks at the technical fundamentals of skiing covering such topics as; the phyics of the sport, why and how do skis turn; lateral balnce; fore and afte balance; edging etc. etc. There is a useful section on boot fitting and the book closes with chapters about the tactical and technical aspects of skiing in challenging conditions e.g. bumps, powder, crud, ice and steeps. There are occasional insights into the techniques of some of the world's greatest skiers and the photomontages throughout the book are helpful and clear.
All in this is an outstanding comprehensive ski book and should form part of the library for any keen recreational skier or instructor.
It looks at the technical fundamentals of skiing covering such topics as; the phyics of the sport, why and how do skis turn; lateral balnce; fore and afte balance; edging etc. etc. There is a useful section on boot fitting and the book closes with chapters about the tactical and technical aspects of skiing in challenging conditions e.g. bumps, powder, crud, ice and steeps. There are occasional insights into the techniques of some of the world's greatest skiers and the photomontages throughout the book are helpful and clear.
All in this is an outstanding comprehensive ski book and should form part of the library for any keen recreational skier or instructor.
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The ultimate skiers book for now
If you are seriously into your skiing and want to improve or just understand how skiers are able to perform at the highest levels this book is for you. Read more
Published 10 months ago by C. haworth
Great technical approach!
Bought this book to help with unpacking the physics of ski-ing - it does that exceptionally well! The subject is well explained with sound case-studies and easy reading style. Read more
Published on 22 April 2010 by Newski
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