Question

For skiing on ice ,why are long flat ski used ? ​

Answer 1

Answer:

The key to skiing on ice is the technique of carving, where the ski's edge cuts, along its length, through the snow, rather than skidding across it. It's similar to the action of a knife when used to slice, rather than to spread butter. When you carve, the ski turns the skier, instead of the skier turning the ski. This is due to the 'hourglass' shape of a modern ski, which produces a turn automatically, as long as just two actions are applied to it: edging angle and pressure.

'Angulation' describes any body movements that you use to tilt your skis on to their edges. At first, you may find yourself skiing in a slightly 'knock-kneed' position, known as an 'A-frame', with your outside ski edged (using knee angulation) but your inside ski flat. With increased confidence, you'll be able to edge your inside leg at a parallel angle to your outside, angulate more using the hip rather than the knee, and begin to aim for the extreme body angles regularly achieved by racers.

The more pressure you apply to the edge of your outside ski (the left ski if you're turning right, and vice versa), the better your grip (hence the need for strong legs). Therefore, you need to ski ice with almost 100% of your weight on your outside ski, in a wide stance for stability. Your inside ski should be kept as your 'insurance policy' - in case your outside ski skids away.

Answer 2

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