Outdoor VLOG 16: Practicing Parallel Turns on Classic XC Skis скачать в хорошем качестве

Outdoor VLOG 16: Practicing Parallel Turns on Classic XC Skis

This XC Ski VLOG is mostly silent. On March 22, 2021, I worked my way up to Hawk's Peak (7,729 feet) at Tahoe Donner Cross Country and, along the way, drilled modified Parallel Turns on the steeper sections of terrain. I prefer to use modified parallel turns in firm snow conditions because it's easier to transfer your weight from ski to ski on a firm base. Cross-country skis are primarily straight and have a double camber which means you can't just tilt your edges and start to carve turns (as you can with parabolic-shaped alpine skis). And because xc skis are also so long, during the unweighting phase of the turn you really have to make an effort to bring that uphill ski alongside the downhill ski. I often find that transferring more of my weight to the downhill ski enables me to accomplish this (reposition of the uphill ski). Whether this is the right or wrong method by which to perform parallel turns on cross-country skis I couldn't say for sure. But between weighting and unweighting my skis, as well transferring my weight between them, I've been finding some success this season. Climbing the approximately 1,200 feet of elevation gain was an interesting cross-section of weather. Initially, the skies featured large swaths of blue, but as I climbed higher the storm began to move in. By the time I actually reached Hawk's Peak, the wind and snow were raging. This is one of the aspects about spring cross-country skiing that I appreciate - the volatility of the weather! For more information about cross-country skiing during the spring, read the following articles that I wrote for Tahoe Trail Guide. https://tahoetrailguide.com/5-reasons... https://tahoetrailguide.com/10-tips-f... In this video, I was running a 197cm pair of Waxless (scale pattern) Fischer Superlite Crown Classic Skis with IFP/NNN-compatible bindings and Fischer Touring boots. •   / jaredmanninen   (monthly contributions of $3, $6, $9, $39, or $99) • https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/Jared... (option for making a single, one-time monetary contribution) • https://venmo.com/u/TahoeTrailGuide (option for making a single, one-time monetary contribution) • https://JaredManninen.RedBubble.com​ (merchandise account featuring my outdoor-related imagery) Cross-Country Skiing Explained: Please note that I produced my series of articles and videos tagged “Cross-Country Skiing Explained” with the beginner or intermediate cross-country skier in mind. Therefore, I don’t intend to address racing-oriented philosophy, technique, or gear selection. For the full library of articles and videos of the series at Tahoe Trail Guide, visit… https://tahoetrailguide.com/tag/cross... For specific cross-country ski topics at Tahoe Trail Guide, read my introduction to classic cross-country skis… https://tahoetrailguide.com/cross-cou... For and introduction and tutorials about waxing your waxless cross-country skis read… https://tahoetrailguide.com/waxing-yo... For information about buying cross-country skis and xc ski gear for beginners read… https://tahoetrailguide.com/buying-cr... I've produced this collection of articles and videos about backcountry travel and exploration with the beginner and intermediate adventurer in mind. This is the demographic for whom I most often served while working in the Lake Tahoe outdoor recreation industry. In essence, these informational projects I create and publish are extensions of the many conversations we've had over the years. Please note that, although I encourage you to venture out of your comfort zone, you need to know your limits and when to turn back. Tahoe Trail Guide and its contributors are not liable for property loss or damage, personal injury, or death. Always consult multiple sources when venturing into the backcountry. Always be prepared for the worst case scenario. Your safety is your responsibility. Copyright © 2021 Jared Manninen