How Do You Telemark Ski Chutes?
Skiing down a chute usually means schussing through a steep, narrow section. A few tricks are required to ski the chute on your feet instead of sliding down it headfirst. Scope out the chute before you ski it. Note any rocks or trees to avoid, and note the line you’d like to ski. Slip into the chute and point your skis perpendicular to the slope. This way your skis hold you in place without moving. Lean your upper body down the hill by planting your right pole in the snow below you. It will be difficult to convince your brain to lean downhill, but try it and notice the difference. Spring up into the air and rotate 180 degrees to perform a jump turn (see “How to Telemark Jump Turn,” under Related eHows). Slide your right foot back while rotating in the air. Now you’ll be primed to land in a telemark position. Land the jump turn facing the opposite direction from where you started. Dig your uphill edges into the snow to slow down, and repeat the jump turn to the left. Try to link the jum
