You will never view skiing the same way again.
This book is brimming with expert advice, fascinating insights, equipment details
and body mechanics, along with the history and culture of skiing.
THE NEW ENCYCLOPEDIA OF
DOWNHILL SKIING
The New Encyclopedia of Downhill Skiing: The Definitive Guide to Everything About Alpine Skiing from Novice to Expert is like no other ski book written.
This comprehensive book captures the 21st-century science behind the best gear and techniques for alpine skiing, making it an ideal companion for skiers of all levels.
An avid skier, Dr. Allan Hamilton combines his experiences as a brain surgeon, scientist and engineer with his background in arctic expeditions, high altitude and mountain warfare to deliver a unique guide on the art and science of downhill skiing. This book covers everything from the history to the anatomy of proper boot and knee alignment. It is jam-packed with detailed explainations, helpful tips and stunning photos that will inspire and inform you on every page.
With a physician’s perspective, he also cover the most common and serious skiing injuries while at the same time encouraging senior skiers to be able to stay on the sloped well into their eighties.
The New Encyclopedia of Downhill Skiing captures 21st-century science behind the best gear and the best techniques for alpine skiing – from novice to expert.
- Can I become a better skier in hours, not days?
- How do I get out of the intermediate “blues”?
- Why is it time to get new skis?
- How can I get fitted perfectly for new ski boots?
- Can I avoid most skiing injuries?
- What makes skiing so spiritual?
- How can I ski safely in my 90’s?
- Will global warming kill skiing?
- How does manufactured snow differ in its properties from natural snow?
Meticulously In Depth — Yet Easy For Any Skier at Any Level To Understand
The New Encyclopedia of Downhill Skiing is the single volume on your shelf that can answer everyone’s questions about skiing, no matter how simple or how technical their interests might be. It is the only book you’ll need to enjoy a lifetime of skiing for yourself and all the skiers in your family.
I’ve already put some of the advice into practice on the mountain and I can tell you it really works!
—Aimee Andren
One of the best ski-related books I’ve ever come across.
— Angela Taylor
Truly the ultimate resource for skiers of all levels.
— Oscar Rodricks
This book covers everything from the physics of skiing to the latest gear and technology with clear explanations and beautiful photos throughout.
—Sharoon Michael