Which term means steering the skis toward a parallel position from either a convergent or divergent position?

Which term means steering the skis toward a parallel position from either a convergent or divergent position?

• A. Phases of a Turn
• B. Matching
• C. Gliding
• D. Friction

Answer: (B)

Bringing the skis into a parallel alignment from a non-parallel position is called matching. It’s the act of steering the feet and legs so both skis point in the same direction and run parallel to each other. This happens whether you start from a convergent setup (where the skis are not aligned toward the same direction) or a divergent setup (where they’re spread apart). Matching improves balance, distributes pressure evenly, and makes edge control and turn initiation more predictable, which helps you carve smoothly and maintain control throughout the turn. Other concepts like phases of a turn describe the sequence of actions within a turn, gliding refers to moving with minimal friction, and friction is the resistance between the skis and the snow—none of these specify the action of bringing both skis into parallel alignment.

Bringing the skis into a parallel alignment from a non-parallel position is called matching. It’s the act of steering the feet and legs so both skis point in the same direction and run parallel to each other. This happens whether you start from a convergent setup (where the skis are not aligned toward the same direction) or a divergent setup (where they’re spread apart). Matching improves balance, distributes pressure evenly, and makes edge control and turn initiation more predictable, which helps you carve smoothly and maintain control throughout the turn. Other concepts like phases of a turn describe the sequence of actions within a turn, gliding refers to moving with minimal friction, and friction is the resistance between the skis and the snow—none of these specify the action of bringing both skis into parallel alignment.