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It really depends on whether your talking about in the Olympics or referring to Nordic skiing as cross country skiing.
Nordic events
Ski jumping: is quite dangerous, but due to the steepness of the landing area, is not as dangerous as you might think.
Cross country skiing: carries very little dangers.
Combined event: carries the same dangers above.
Alpine events such as the slalom, downhill event, super giant slalom ect......
Often feature high speed crashes, this is very likely to injure any skier, so i would say that alpine skiing is more dangerous.
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Is there also alpine skiing?
Of course! There is nordic skiing, mostly on flatland and then there is alpine, the more popular, successful side of the sport.
Is alpine skiing a race?
If you are recreationally skiing, then no, it is not a race. It is a chance to have fun. Remember that staying in control and skiing safely is more important than going fast. However, there is a division of alpine skiing that focuses on racing.
What is the same as cross country skiing?
Crosscountry skiing, otherwise called Nordic skiing or XC skiing, is a colder time of year sport that includes skiing across significant distances over fluctuated landscape. Nordic skiing is the name given to it because it was first practiced in Scandinavia and other Nordic countries during the winter as a means of transportation. Crosscountry skiing varies from downhill skiing in that it includes skiing on compliment territory, and the skis are longer and more slender, permitting the skier to skim over the snow as opposed to cut turns. It is a popular winter exercise and endurance sport that is enjoyed by both recreational and competitive skiers.
What were the 2010 Winter Olympics' sports?
SUMMER :archery, athletics, badminton, baseball, boxing, canoeing (and Kyaking), cycling, diving, equestrian, fencing, field hockey, gymnastics, handball, judo, modern pentathlon, rowing, shooting, swimming, synchronized swimming, table tennis, taekwondo, tennis, track and field, triathlon, volleyball, water polo, weight lifting, wrestling.29 in total.WINTER :alpine skiing, biathlon, bobsleigh, cross-country skiing, curling, figure skating, freestyle skiing, ice hockey, luge, Nordic combined, short-track speed skating, skeleton, ski jumping, snow boarding, speed skating.15 in total.. xXx
What sports are included in the winter Olympics?
There are 15 sports at the Vancouver 2010 Winter Olympic GamesBobsledLugeSkeletonIce HockeyFigure SkatingSpeed SkatingShort Track Speed SkatingCurlingAlpine SkiingFreestyle SkiingSnowboardingBiathlonCross-Country SkiingSki JumpingNordic Combined
Which of these sports has a long program as part of the Winter Olympics?
There are 15 winter sports events that were announced to be apart of the 2010 Winter Olympics. The eight sports categorized as ice sports are: 1. Bobsled 2. Luge 3. Skeleton (the sport) 4. Ice Hockey 5. Figure Skating 6. Speed Skating 7. Short Track Speed Skating 8. Curling The three sports categorized as alpine skiing and snowboarding events are: Alpine Skiing Freestyle Skiing Snowboarding The four sports categorized as Nordic events are: Biathlon Cross Country Skiing: Ski Jumping Nordic Combined For more information see: thewinterolympics2010.webs.com/factsandinfo.htm
What are three sports that can be classified as sports de glisse?
Alpine skiing, Wind Surfing and Bobsleigh Those are just three, there are more.
What are some of the winter olympic games what are some of the olympic games?
bialathon, luge, cross country skiing, hockey, bobsled, nordic combind and a lot more.
What are telemark skis?
Telemark skis are skis which emulate an early adaptation to Nordic/cross country skiing, often credited to Sandre Norheim (excuse spelling) of Norway. Originally the telemark skiing method enabled the nordic skier to descend moderately angled snowy slopes with an increased amount of control, and with little or no equipment modifications. A controlled ski descent of a snowy slope is accomplished by turning to maneuver and meter speed. The classical telemark turn is accomplished with one heel touching the outside/downhill/leading ski and the other heel raised from the inside/uphill/trailing ski. Done effectively, this position requires significant bending of both knees, and some twisting of the hips/torso. Today, telemark skiing is a form of alpine skiing. Telemark ski equpment varies from conventional alpine ski equipment or from alpine touring ski equipment regarding boots and bindings. Through a specially designed boot, Telemark ski equipment fastens the toe and the ball(widest part) of each foot to a ski. The heel of the telemark foot/boot can pivot vertically, with some resistance, about the ball of the telemark foot/boot. For more visual information, visitwww.telemarktips.comPeople often argue the advantages and disadvantages and relative difficulties attributed to using the various types of ski equipment. Ultimately, it is important to remember the value and spirit of recreation does not often depend on competition or argument, and that recreation is often more fun when done with others.
What are types of winter sports?
outdoor sportshockey ringetteskiingsnowboardingsnow mobilingindoor sportsdance indoor volleyball
How many sports in the Winter Olympics 2010?
The 2010 Vancouver Winter Olympics will feature 15 events: Alpine skiing, biathlon, bobsleigh, cross-country skiing, curling, figure skating, freestyle skiing, ice hockey, luge, nordic combined, short track speed skating, skeleton, ski jumping, snowboarding and speed skating. There are 86 Gold medals which will be split over the 15 sports mentioned above.
What did skis improve in alpine skiing?
The carving shape coming from snowboarding to make more fluent turns so you can keep your speed quiet constant in a corner and are able to accelerate when coming out a turn.
