Race Courses
Overview: Explanations and demonstrations of Giant Slalom, Slalom, Dual Slalom, Super G and Downhill are included in this Learning Module.
Giant Slalom
Giant Slalom courses have panelled gates with some combinations including delay gates as explained in this video.
Slalom
Slalom courses are comprised of Open gates and a combination of Closed Gates including Hair Pins, Flushes, Royal Flushes and Delayed Gates as described in the following video.
Dual Slalom
Dual Slalom involves short arcing turns around panelled gates. Slalom skis and forearm guards are used. There are two courses set side by side; red and blue.
To learn how to race a dual slalom event; Click below.
Super G
Super G is faster than Giant Slalom and has a series of fast rhythmical turns. Watch Jack Crawford of Canada win the Super G at the 2023 World Championships.
Downhill
Downhill is fast. Watch Odermatt of Switzerland win Gold at the 2023 World Championship Downhill.
Suggested Learning Modules
To learn where to ski in a racecourse; the Race Line; Click here
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