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Snowman by a Mountain Ski Jump

This mountain landscape features a snowman holding ski poles near the slope of a massive winter ski jump.

A printable coloring page showing a snowman holding ski poles beneath a huge mountain ski jump.
Snowman by a Mountain Ski Jump
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Snowman near an Alpine Ski Jump

Ski jumping venues are built on steep hillside slopes to allow athletes to gain tremendous speed before launching into the air. Ski poles, often made from lightweight aluminum or carbon fiber, help skiers maintain balance while moving across snowy terrain.

Fascinating Details About Ski Jumping

Professional ski jumpers reach speeds of up to sixty miles per hour before leaving the inrun ramp. The artificial snow on modern ski jumps is packed tightly by heavy snowcats to create a smooth and predictable surface for landing. Long ski poles were originally crafted from natural bamboo before synthetic materials replaced them.

Colors of Skiing Equipment and Slopes

  • Packed snow on the jump: bright icy white with faint blue shadows in deep grooves
  • Ski poles: shiny silver aluminum or brightly painted red and blue shafts
  • Ski pole grips and baskets: matte black rubber or hard molded plastic
  • Structural support beams of the ski jump: galvanized gray steel or dark wooden beams
Questions and answers

Questions and Answers

Why are ski jumps built on high mountain hillsides?
Natural steep slopes provide the necessary inclines for jumpers to accelerate using gravity alone. Building on mountains also reduces the height needed for man-made towers.
What are ski pole baskets used for at the bottom of the poles?
The round plastic discs near the bottom tip prevent the poles from sinking too deeply into soft, powdery snow when pushed down.
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