Telemark racing

Telemark racing is a competitive winter sport where athletes race downhill on skis designed for Telemark skiing, characterized by a distinctive lunging turn style. Racers navigate marked courses, showcasing speed, agility, and technical skill, especially in executing turns with a free heel binding system that allows a fluid, lunging motion. The sport emphasizes both vertical descent speed and precise, controlled turns, often involving gates or obstacles. It combines elements of alpine racing and ski touring, requiring racers to maintain balance and rhythm while executing challenging maneuvers at high speeds.