AMGA and OR Team Up To Create Backcountry Skiing Video Series | Stationary Downhill Kickturns
Need to change directions in steep terrain? You need to learn how to do an efficient downhill kickturn in this helpful video from AMGA and OR.
This is episode six of an eight video series created by the American Mountain Guide Association and Outdoor Research. The series focuses on backcountry skiing technique and safety. It is designed to “raise awareness and reduce the risks associated with traveling in the backcountry.”
Watch as the AMGA and OR team up to bring you a short video on stationary downhill kickturns:
Thanks to IFMGA Guide Margaret Wheeler for the tips. The AMGA and OR Backcountry Skiing Fundamental videos will be released weekly. Stay tuned!
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Official Description from YouTube:
Uploaded on Jan 4, 2016
Learn how to change directions while facing downhill. This technique allows you to face the opposite direction, using very little ground to make the switch.
Check out www.amga.com for more information.
Created by: Blue Square Productions (www.smileysproject.com)
Sponsored by: Outdoor Research (www.outdoorresearch.com)