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Skiing techniques

A jump turn is a skiing technique used in steep, narrow areas - such as a couloir - that do not permit a full parallel or carving turn. Jump turns involve pole planting followed by a quick hop that reverses the skiers' direction.

References

  1. Smith, Warren (9 March 2015). "Ski technique: mastering jump turns". The Daily Telegraph (London). Retrieved 6 July 2015.
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