FINISHING A RUN ON ONE SKI

Finishing a slalom run is shown below. From the skiing position (Photo 1) let go of the handle (Photo 2). Adjust balance as the tow rope is no longer a factor. As speed decreases the skier sinks into the water (Photo 3).

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As the skier sinks into the water drag increases which tends to pitch the body forward (Photo 4). Resist this by leaning back slightly. Settle straight down into the water (Photos 5 and 6). A common mistake in this maneuver is to fall forward at the sequence of finishing shown in Photo 4.

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