As in the giant slalom, each skier makes two runs down two different courses on the same slope. The competitors are required to pass between all the gates, alternate red/blue pairs of poles. Both runs take place on the same day. The times are added together, and the fastest total time determines the winner.
Why do slalom skiers use poles?
Ski poles, also known as 'sticks' or just 'poles' are used by skiers for balance, rhythm, accuracy, timing and support. ... For example ski racers may have lighter weight, shaped poles to allow for faster speeds.Oct 15, 2018
How do you read a slalom course?
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nO7An8NfwMw
What does slalom stand for?
skiing
Why are there double poles in slalom?
It's hard to see on TV, but each "gate" actually has 2 poles, an inner marker (the one they actually turn around), and an outer marker, and they must pass between them. Obviously, the closer they get to the inner marker, the faster the line they're skiing so the outer marker is pretty superfluous most of the time.Feb 14, 2014
What is an Undergate in slalom skiing?
In slalom racing only, when two closed gates are set in close proximity they are referred to as a vertical combo, or hairpin. The top gate of this combo is called the over gate because the racer skis over the top pole and then turns into the gate. The lower of the two gates, the bottom turn, is called the under gate.
What do the poles mean in slalom?
The fastest path around the gates is to push the gate down as you go by it. In slalom the poles have plastic guards that protect the skiers from getting hit by the gates.
Why don t beginner skiers use poles?
When learning to turn, skiers need to understand that the hips and legs are the drivers of all edge to edge turning. Beginners do not need poles to turn, especially when they are still on very easy slopes. They need to feel where their center of mass is located, and poles flailing around can disrupt that.Oct 9, 2019
How far apart are GS gates?
The minimum linear distance between gates must be 10m for GS and 25m for SG.Mar 11, 2015
How are slalom gates arranged?
A course is constructed by laying out a series of gates, formed by alternating pairs of red and blue poles. The skier must pass between the two poles forming the gate, with the tips of both skis and the skier's feet passing between the poles. A course has 55 to 75 gates for men and 40 to 60 for women.