The two-step technique makes skiing simple. We need to focus on two things only, and consequtively, on the first step and then the second step. Then all features usually mentioned by instructors (facing downhill, edging, loading the outer ski.) emerge naturally, without thinking about them.
With all respect, you know nothing of my background or experience. There are many ways to turn. Intent dictates technique. Your way is a way, not the way.
Totally agree with this. That is what I was also saying above with regard to learning different things as you progress, even when working on the same skills. I can definitely feel more now than ever before when working on certain things, and I imagine/hope that will continue in the future. I've been thinking about that in some classes recently, like why did I never actually feel that to understand it before???That being said, truly being able to feel the snow and how your body muscles are working for/against your intended movement is lifelong learning process, and we can all get better at it.
I'm shocked at the level of your certainty. You speak as if you KNOW everything.
Hmm, my steps usually take me uphill. But I'm guessing that's just another way of saying independent foot action / weight transfer? Doesn't sliding involve a toboggan? I try to avoid those on ski hills... Ok, maybe I'm just a little giddy post-ski today. Felt like March!
No, it is not hard to understand without knowing the true biomechanics of skiing. Every ski instructor I know understands this. It's not special knowledge only available to certain specialists with degrees in biomechanics.
Yay, glad you clicked with part of it! I do not think it is a scam, based on how she comments, just that she may be an over-technical engineer type (like many of my friends & sweetheart!) who is passionate about details, and may not connect with most skiers, thus coming across as "too pretentious" while just honestly wanting to help. It's OK. @Jilly & @snoWYmonkey (amongst others) are also excellent instructors who have tought all spectrums of clientele, and likely have a gift for communicating fundimentals to various personality types at this point. We all strive to make skiing more fun, accessible, safe, and efficient; the more we take in each others' perspectives and see what works for us best without being defensive or "my-way-is-best" may be the best approach. To all my instructors and teachers, it's OK to feel a little over-protective of your domain. You make us good, safe skiers and what we are. You are not paid, nor appreciated, enough. Whatever your method of making skiing approachable to us all, thank you!
Thank you so much!!
Yes, I love that you point out the difference between traversing to find a different/better line rather than being scared of not being able to turn, that really describes the different feelings perfectly. I like that they look visibly different in intention. I hope that I'll be able to carry some of that confidence through to next season - my season ended 2-3 months ago and I still feel really good about what I learned and how I was skiing at the end, so I think I will be able to!
Ahh yes, I have read Harb but learned that discussion of his method was banned on the old epicski forum due to the unending heated arguments!
Thats my signature move and I get bonus points from hubby if I dont lose a ski
