TYPE I
ski conservatively
prefer slower speeds
prefer easy, moderate slopes
favor lower than average release/retention settings.
This corresponds to an increased risk of inadvertent binding
release in order to gain increased releasability in a fall
Type I setting apply to "entry-level skiers uncertain of their
classification" |
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TYPE II
ski moderately
prefer a variety of speeds
ski on varied terrain, including most difficult trails
are all skiers who do not meet all the descriptions of either Type
I or III |
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TYPE III
ski aggressively
normally ski at high speeds
prefer steeper and more challenging terrain
favor higher than average release/retention settings
This corresponds to decreased releasability in a fall in order to
gain a decreased risk of inadvertent binding release.
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