Which term describes a deliberate edge engagement that prepares for the next turn?

Which term describes a deliberate edge engagement that prepares for the next turn?

• A. Edge Set
• B. Down Stem
• C. Edging Movements
• D. Edge Change

Answer: (A)

Edge set is the deliberate action of engaging a specific ski edge to establish the grip and balance needed to start the next turn. When you transition from one turn to the next, you prepare by tipping the skis onto the new edge and applying controlled pressure so that the edge bites into the snow. This creates a stable platform that guides and stabilizes the upcoming arc, making the turn predictable and controllable. The other terms describe different aspects or phases—down stem refers to a stem-like motion, edging movements are adjustments of edge angle during the turn, and edge change is switching between edges, not the proactive setup for the next turn.

Edge set is the deliberate action of engaging a specific ski edge to establish the grip and balance needed to start the next turn. When you transition from one turn to the next, you prepare by tipping the skis onto the new edge and applying controlled pressure so that the edge bites into the snow. This creates a stable platform that guides and stabilizes the upcoming arc, making the turn predictable and controllable. The other terms describe different aspects or phases—down stem refers to a stem-like motion, edging movements are adjustments of edge angle during the turn, and edge change is switching between edges, not the proactive setup for the next turn.