Don't miss a moment of the Tour de France! Get recaps, insights, and exclusive takes with Velo's daily newsletter. Or does it? We lay out a sound plan for strong bones. PLUS: What makes a good skier? Cross-country skiing in the U. In the past three years, Newell has produced two nordic-action flicks, and he consulted with ski manufacturer Fischer during the development of the new Jibskate, a twin-tip nordic ski engineered more for hucks than laps.
Is the future of cross-country upβ way upβin the air? Christopher Solomon had to ask. We push our bodies above and beyond what is even considered healthy. I throw up after probably half my races.
When did you start pulling tricks on skinny skis? I was into skateboarding and surfing as a kidβI still amβand looked up to guys like Gerry Lopez, who added a new level of style and individuality to his sport. Plus I just wanted to have fun on skis.
So I would go out and build jumps after practice. Your movies are odd. Tricks helped me get to where I am now with my balance. Cross-country skiing is all about balance. Anything special up your sleeve for the Olympics?
NoβI need to focus on racing. But on European courses there are a lot of little bumps, so sometimes I will throw a during warm-ups. In seven minutes, the new Deep Temerity triple chair rockets you 1, feet to the top of Loge Peak, where new acres of steep snow alleys, wide aspen groves, and pine forests await your turns.
