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On Thu, 02 Dec 2004 08:56:08 GMT, "Walter Wright"
wrote: "Ace" wrote in message .. . snip It was one of those decrepit ones that always starts you off with a jerk and was just pulling her over. Eventually, with some help from our instructor, she managed to get going on her third or fourth attempt. Hey, anyone care to throw in some nominations for their most hated lift? I'll open the bidding with the Lievre Blanc draglift in La Rosiere, which on more than one occasion has got me airborne for 10-15 feet from a standing start. I swear you could easily lose an arm if you weren't careful. Heh. There's a great one like that in Flaine, the 'Aujon'; it's also got a dogleg halfway up which adds to the interest. There is a technique I've adopted over the years, involving holding the pole firmly with the button about 30cm behind your bum, then using your arms as a spring to take up the slack and avoid the snatch. Works well, but needs practice and strong arms. -- Ace (brucedotrogers a.t rochedotcom) Ski Club of Great Britain - http://www.skiclub.co.uk All opinions expressed are personal and in no way represent those of the Ski Club. |
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