Skin to Ski: Single Rips❗

At the top of each climb, a skimo racer must switch from uphill skinning to downhill skiing and do it in less than 30 seconds to be competitive.

Skin to Ski: Single Rips❗
A skin-to-ski transition can be done in less than 20 seconds with enough practice with the right gear. Think of 40 seconds as a maximum.

The following method is one of many. Different body mechanics and levels of flexibility may require some adjustments. Practice it until it's second nature, and (only then) make it your own.

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