I could write a lot of words on this but if were to choose just one it would be ANKLES.
Cut up snow or chowder is something we have had a lot of in the west this season. The thing about it that gives us fits is that this condition is constantly speeding you up and slowing you down. The ability to subtly slide your feet fore and aft beneath your center of mass or as Marko says “move with your skis” becomes a huge deal to remain somewhat in balance.
Yes. The Ol' in and out anticipation a fraction of a second before it hits.
And here's a few more:
Side to side pressure is different in deep soft snow compared to groomers. Powder is much more even side to side.
Fore-aft pressure is a whole different feel, center of pressure matters in powder.
Let's look at the converse here. How many seasoned powder skiers ski a groomer exactly the same as deep snow?
