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A perfect introduction to ever-popular outdoor sports.

Table of Contents

• 1: The world of skiing
• 2: Getting started
• 3: Get into the gear!
• 4: Skis and boots
• 5: On the slopes
• 6: Get moving!
• 7: Making your first runs
• 8: Traversing and turning
• 9: Building experience
• 10: Ski safety
• 11: Alpine competition skiing
• 12: Cross-country and freestyle skiing
• 13: Skiing around the world
• 14: Glossary
• 15: Further information
• 16: Index

About the Author

Clive Gifford is a highly experienced author and has written titles on just about every sport, from tennis and netball to badminton and track athletics. He has also written extensively on major sporting events such as the Summer Olympics and the Football World Cup.