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German ski-jumping pioneer Max Bolkart has died at the age of 92, his daughter told dpa on Wednesday. He had been suffering ...
How long are ski jumping skis? Jumping skis are widest and longest type of skis used in Winter Olympic sports. They are made of a light plastic material and designed for optimal aerodynamic flight.
When you were on the jump, you were not in prison. It was like reading a book and leaving the institution… When you’re in the air, you’re focusing, you’re not thinking about being in jail—or anything, ...
The late architect Zaha Hadid – who is also responsible for the Hungerburg funicular station – redesigned this ski jump in 2002. Originally built in 1925, it was used in Olympic ski jumping ...
When it comes to steep skiing technique itself, Viv had a lot to share–including dispelling a few myths about “the turn.” Most importantly, he aimed to shoot down the common misconception that what he ...
The intense Red Bull 400 uphill racing series hit Michigan's historic Copper Peak ski jump this past weekend with runners racing up 140 meters of elevation. You might be thinking that a 400-meter ...
Routinely among the most awe-inspiring sports at the Winter Olympics, ski jumping returns to the 2022 Winter Games with a bigger slate of competition than ever. NBC and Peacock will be there to ...