Connexion
a type of skiing that involves sliding down snow-covered slopes using skis, with the feet attached to the skis, usually using fixed-heel bindings
ski alpin
a discipline where skiers perform tricks, jumps, and maneuvers on various terrain, emphasizing creativity and style
ski acrobatique
a type of skiing where skiers slide down a specially built slope and jump into the air to see who can go the farthest
saut à ski
a form of skiing where skiers travel across snow-covered terrain using skis, poles, and physical endurance
ski de fond
a skiing technique where the skier's heel is free, allowing for a deep-knee bend and a turn
Télémark
the act of skiing in remote places reached by helicopter, not ski lifts
héliski
a winter sport or activity in which one rides a vehicle resembling a bicycle downhill on skis
faire du skibobbing
a type of skiing across snowy landscape that involes long, narrow skis and poles
ski nordique
a type of ski performed in challenging and often unconventional terrain, such as steep slopes, cliffs, or deep powder snow
ski extrême
a form of skiing performed in remote, unmarked, and typically undeveloped terrain, often accessed by hiking or helicopter
ski de randonnée
a technique where both skis stay parallel to each other throughout the descent
ski parallèle
a technique where skis are turned inward to create a wedge shape, slowing down or stopping the descent
chasse-neige
a technique where skis are turned inward to create a wedge shape, slowing down or stopping the descent
chasse-neige
a form of cross-country skiing adapted for athletes with physical disabilities, using specialized equipment and techniques
ski de fond
the sport of downhill skiing for athletes with physical disabilities
ski para-alpin
the cross-country skiing and biathlon events designed for athletes with physical disabilities
ski para-nordique
a technique in skiing where both skis turn together, maintaining a parallel position throughout the turn
virage parallèle
a technique in skiing where a skier quickly changes direction mid-air during a jump
sauter, tourner
a basic skiing technique where a skier turns by pushing their heels out and their toes in
tour de tige
the action of planting a ski pole into the snow to aid in turning and balance
usine de poteaux
