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All Gear & Equipment Race Day Rules & Penalties Technique Ski Slang Training/Coaching Backcountry Alpine Skiing Freestyle Skiing Nordic Skiing Snowboarding Tuning & Maintenance

Bib Gear & Equipment
The numbered vest worn by racers to identify them during the event.
B-Net Gear & Equipment
Safety netting used on the sides of a race course to protect racers and spectators.
Course Setter Training/Coaching
The coach or official who sets the turning gates for a race run.
DNF Rules & Penalties
Did Not Finish. Racer missed a gate or fell during their run.
DSQ Rules & Penalties
Disqualified. Usually for missing a gate or improper start.
Edge Control Technique
A skier’s ability to grip the snow with the edges of their skis — critical in racing.
Fall Line Technique
The most direct downhill path a racer can take. Skiing 'in the fall line' means you're taking the fastest route.
GS Rules & Penalties
Giant Slalom. A ski race discipline with wider, faster turns than slalom but tighter than Super-G.
Inspection Race Day
Time before the race when athletes visually inspect the course layout (no skiing!).
Line Technique
The path a skier chooses through the gates — a fast, clean line is the goal.
Slalom Rules & Penalties
A discipline with the shortest and quickest turns, requiring fast edge-to-edge skiing.
Start Gate Race Day
The apparatus that holds the racer before a timed run begins.
Stubbies Gear & Equipment
Short training gates used in youth racing or drills, especially in Nancy Greene.
Timing Shack Race Day
The location where officials record racer times — often near the finish line.
Top Sheet Gear & Equipment
The top layer of ski construction
Tuck Technique
A compact aerodynamic position to reduce drag and go faster.