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To The Edge And Back

Enjoy the Ride, Don't Take A Turn For Granted

Pro Snowboard Tips - Sit Down For Powder

klug snowboard tips powderMost riders can rip toe-side turns, no problem: It’s natural. You’re facing the hill and you can see what’s going on. When it comes to carving on the heel side, however, beginners tend to straighten their legs and the board bounces across the snow, half out of control.

Fixing this problem starts at the top of the turn. Using the momentum from your toe-side turn, roll your board onto the heel-side edge by lifting your toes inside your boots. At the same time, sink your butt into the hill, as if you’re sitting in a chair. Try to create a 90-degree angle in your legs, then drive your knees toward the tip as the board carves a clean arc.

The key is to trust your speed. It may feel like you’re about to fall when you sit down, but the energy of the turn will keep you up. In fact, you have more power, not less, when you maintain this position, and you’ll also have an easier time absorbing rough spots or recovering from a slide on slick snow.

Whether you’re ripping around on a freestyle or a race board, sitting in the imaginary chair will help you rail that heel-side carve.

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Chris Klug Foundation

Chris Klug Foundation

Chris Klug Foundation advocates for organ and tissue donation, and inspires those touched by transplantation.

Through our programs we reach tens of thousands of young people each year, equipping them with facts about organ donation so they can make educated decisions.

Be sure to check out our annual celebration of life event, Summit For Life!
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klug real estate

KLUG PROPERTIES

Chris has spent plenty of time exploring mountain communities around the world and his favorite the Elk Mountains in Aspen and Snowmass, Colorado.

Proud to be a licensed Real Estate Professional with Aspen Snowmass Sotheby’s International Realty, he is committed to bringing the same enthusiasm, commitment and integrity to his real estate activities that made him an Olympic Champion.
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motivational speaking

MOTIVATIONAL SPEAKING

Chris shares his inspirational story as a professional corporate and motivational speaker. He shared his message with thousands at over five hundred events nationwide the past decade.

His snowboarding career and transplant experience has provided Chris a tremendous platform to help inspire others with his story.

Contact Chris for speaking opportunities.
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About Chris

Chris is a professional athlete, Olympic Medalist Snowboarder, corporate motivational speaker, real estate agent, and founder and chairman of Chris Klug Foundation in Aspen, Colorado.

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