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A jump turn is a skiing technique used in steep, narrow areas - such as a couloir - that do not permit a full parallel or carving turn. Jump turns involve pole planting followed by a quick hop that reverses the skiers' direction.[1]

References[edit]

  1. ^ Smith, Warren (9 March 2015). "Ski technique: mastering jump turns". The Daily Telegraph (London). Retrieved 6 July 2015.