Colorado Discovery Ability Knowledge Base Series
The following materials are published and used by CDA as outlines for conducting continued education clinics.
Slalom and Giant Slalom
December 2003
BASIC SLALOM TYPES OF GATES AND DISTANCES
(meters=m)
HAIRPIN PATTERN
Definition:
Two closed gates set in succession and vertical to each other.
Function:
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The following materials are published and used by CDA as outlines for conducting continued education clinics.
Slalom and Giant Slalom
Guidelines for Basic Course Setting
December 2003BASIC SLALOM TYPES OF GATES AND DISTANCES
(meters=m)
HAIRPIN PATTERN
Definition:
Two closed gates set in succession and vertical to each other.
Function:
- change of rhythm
- avoid poor snow conditions
- avoid obstacles





