Here are 6 tips for staying in control while skiing fast: (1) Keep the skis parallel- This creates a stable platform. If necessary, you can balance on both of them instead of one. (2) Keep the stance wide- This can work to help enable the skier to increase angulation and have better balance. (3) Drive the hands forward- This keeps your weight centered over the skis. Make sure you can see your hands or their probably in the wrong place. (4) Weight the downhill ski- The majority of the pressure is on the downhill ski; although their should be some weight on the uphill ski to keep it tracking efficiently. (5) Keep the upper body or torso aimed in the fall line- This will help eliminate upper body rotation that would cause skidding or make it difficult to absorb terrain changes. (6) Always look ahead- Keep your eyes two turns (or gates) ahead scanning for terrain or course changes (especially critical for SL). Now get down that hill!
