Curious about the difference between three and two-track skis? Want some tips for loading the ski lift on your next powder day? High Fives Foundation founder and Eddie Bauer One Outside Leader Roy Tuscany along with Eddie Bauer Guide Trevor Kennison are here to answer your top questions about adaptive skiing in this episode of Outdoor Curious™.
Additional footage in this episode provided by High Fives Foundation (highfivesfoundation.org/)
00:00 - start
00:36 - what is adaptive skiing?
01:29 - what kind of equipment do I need for adaptive skiing?
03:45 - what are outriggers and when were they created?
04:36 - how many ways are there to ski adaptively?
05:52 - what's a good way to get into adaptive skiing? I'm a new paraplegic.
06:45 - what are the best ways to train as an adaptive skier?
07:09 - what are some tips for loading the chairlift?
09:13 - is heli-skiing possible?
10:04 - what are some personal must-haves for an excellent ski day?
11:02 - I've never skied before my SCI, is that a non-starter?
11:39 - where is the best place to ski adaptively?
12:25 - what are the biggest challenges of adaptive skiing?
13:01 - sit ski backflips. How?
13:12 - are there any support groups or communities to support adaptive athletes?
13:37 - is downhill skiing the only option for adaptive skiers?
14:27 - can you adjust your leg position in a sit ski?
14:33 - what's the cost to get into adaptive skiing?
15:30 - where can people in Canada learn to adaptive ski?
16:10 - what are some future goals?