"Including feature section on Vancouver 2010 Olympics"--Cover.
Bibliography
Includes bibliographical references (page 31) and index.
Contents
Olympic skiing events -- Introduction to alpine skiing -- Downhill -- Slalom -- Giant slalom -- Super-G -- Super combined -- Introduction to freestyle skiing -- Aerials -- More on aerials -- Moguls -- More on moguls -- Ski cross -- Snapshot of the Vancouver 2010 Winter Olympics.
Summary
Alpine skiing has been an exciting Olympic sport since 1924. Racing down snow-covered slopes at breathtaking speed requires outstanding athletic skill. Freestyle skiing combines speed, agility, and precision. This introductory guide gives an overview of all the Olympic events in both sports, along with fun facts, amazing stats, and a look at some of the most outstanding competitors.