photo/Hiroshi Suganuma
Learn Kodama Takeshi's Deep Snow Skiing Techniques
Naturally, in order to ski on powder as you wish, you need a unique way of sliding that is different from leveling. To enjoy the powder more than ever this season, why not learn the tricks of powder riding and hone your technique?
At STEEP, we will re-edit the 2010 DVD "POWDER RIDE Tsuyoshi Kodama's Miyuki SKI Technique" produced by "Fallline" and present it in nine video clips at once.
The technique of sliding powder remains unchanged. Ideal for image training from the basics of powder sliding to practical techniques. Please watch it repeatedly and use it to improve your powder skiing.
◆ CONTENTS
Clip 01: Invitation to Powder_Introduction (04:47)
Tsuyoshi Kodama, a skier and technical commentator, will guide you to the world of powder.
The 1st clip of the series video is an introduction. Starting with Tsuyoshi Kodama's message, he will show off plenty of powder skiing in a variety of situations.
Clip 02: Basic positions and movements
- 7 points you want to check on the slopes (12:02)
Explains the points to be able to control skis freely by maintaining the correct position when skiing powder.
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skidding 2.
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Edging from skidding Sudden stop4 .
4. Drop ahead from a sudden stop .
Jump from a sudden stop6 .
Tail jump turn7 .
stock work
Clip 03: Basic technique ① ~ SHORT TURN (4:43)
Short turns are explained as a basic technique of powder skiing. Finish the short turn while checking the vertical movement and stock work, what kind of movement should be done consciously.
Clip 04: Basic technique ② ~ LONG TURN (04:00)
Explains long turns as a basic technique of powder skiing. We will complete a long turn while holding down points such as how to use the surface and axis, how to handle the edge, and how to place the line of sight.
Clip 05: Practical Techniques
- Applied Techniques for Expanding the Range of Responses
By arranging basic techniques, we will introduce practical techniques for dealing with various situations.
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Bending turn 2.
Rhythm change3 .
Inside foot turn 4 . slide turn
Clip 06: Practical Techniques
- Riding by Situation (1) Tree & Bank (04:31)
Teaching tips on how to play in the varied snowy mountains. Clip06 introduces trees and banks. Demonstrate techniques for safe enjoyment, such as how to use the body when skiing on trees and banks, how to ski, and how to look.
Clip 07: Practical Techniques
- Riding by Situation ② Mash (02:57)
The real pleasure of mash is that you can play in any way you like, depending on the idea of the slide. Let's learn the basics of how to slide and see how you can enjoy it freely with your own ideas.
Clip 08: Practical Techniques
~ Riding by Situation ③ Deep Powder (02:19)
Learn how to slide to enjoy the best deep powder. Watching the video, such as how to take the rhythm and how to move the body, gives me an image of skiing well.
Clip 09: Riding Mindset (03:10)
Feelings are essential for powder skiing. What is the mindset required to ski powder comfortably in various natural terrain and conditions, which is different from ski technique?
Click here for how to choose a "fat ski" that is suitable for powder
Technical explanation/slide
Takeshi Kodama
Professional skier representing Japan. He has traveled to countries around the world, including Alaska and Greenland, and has been a professional for 20 years, including climbing Mount Everest. He has made headlines in ski magazines such as "BRAVOSKI" and "Fallline", and has played an important part in video works such as the "icon" series. A rider who stands out with his almighty riding technique and sophisticated style.