Skiing
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Skiing is a sport that takes place on slopes of snow. There are two different types of skiing: downhill skiing and cross country skiing.
[change] Downhill skiing
Downhill skiing is a sport. Skiers ski down a trail (also called a "run") on the side of a mountain or hill. Each trail is marked with a sign that shows how difficult that particular run will be. Three different colors are used to rate the difficulty of the trail. They are: green, blue, and black. Green trails are easiest, blue trails are more difficult, and black trails are rated most difficult. The colors which represent a trail will also be seen in a shape.
The most common ratings for trails are:
- Green circles are the easiest trail. They have a very shallow slope, and the runs are very smooth. Tthey are very wide, and are easily accessed. They are used by beginner skiers to learn.
- Blue square trails are more difficult. The trail will go down a steeper part of the mountain. Sometimes, the trails are narrower, and they may be bumpy.
- Black diamonds are very difficult trails on the mountain.
- Double black diamonds are for expert skiers only. They may have unmarked obstacles and may be very thin runs. They sometimes have to be accessed by hiking to the top of the hill.
[change] Cross country skiing
Cross country skiing is a sport of endurance. Skiers ski anywhere where there is snow. This is usually through a scenic forest or town.
[change] Other websites
- Sports: Winter Sports: Skiing Directory of skiing related links
- National Ski Patrol
- Ski tips Tips for getting in shape and improving your skiing
