An extraordinary activity
The Waterslide ski, although it primarily refers to a platform that is used in freestyle skiing and snowboarding, is an activity that involves a skier or snowboarder sliding for the longest time on an artificial body of water. In this discipline for the lesser unusual, the skier launches at the start of a slope to win speed before sliding on a body of water of less than one meter depth, found in a snowpark. The objective is to glide on the water and cross the whole body of water.
Requirements
Due to the use of water, the practice of Waterslide ski is usually done in spring. To profit fully from the activity, it is preferably done when the sun shines.
Physical conditions
Doing this activity, like skiing or snowboard, requires being in good physical shape. However, it stays accessible for all. Seen that there is no particular difficulties, beginners and experience skiers can profit from the spectacular and fun Waterslide ski.
Snowpark
The snowpark is a space that is usually reserved to practice freestyle. The snowpark has certain numbers of modules like the big air and the waterslide so riders can perfect their tricks.
Snowboard or skis
To practice waterslide ski a pair of skis would suffice. It is also possible to use a snowboard where the aspect where the board touches the water is similar to a surfboard so it is adapted for waterslide ski.
Sport resort of the Savoy, known for its 5 sites with friendly atmospheres, festivity, and modernity, Les Arcs is a destination to discover Waterslide ski. To do this the resort has a waterslide with a water basin of 15 m long with a depth of 40 cm.
Situated in the Tarentaise valley, the Couchevel resort is part of the 3 Valleys which is the biggest ski domain in the world with its 600 km of slopes. Courchevel gives the opportunity to try out waterslide ski.
This resort is known for its beautiful views and tranquility, La Clusaz lets you waterslide ski. Discipline that has its place in the resort, the Waterslide ski attracts each season its circle of followers.
Situated in the Hautes-Alpes, the ski resort in Les Orres offers skiers and riders to participate in the traditional waterslide in spring. The Sainte Marguerite lake plays a role in this where you can waterslide ski.
The Avoriaz resort is situated in the Northern Alps in the heart of the Portes du Soleil ski domain. With its snowparks, especially The Stash, the winter sport resort of Avoriaz offers proper Waterslide ski.
Isola 2000 is situated at the doors of the national park of Mercantour. It has a typical mountain style, Isola 2000 has a certain charm. Those who wish to practice or discover the discipline can do different activities like Waterslide ski in the resort.
This is a family sporty resort, La Toussuire can be found in the heart of the Sybelles. On an altitude of 1750 m, the resort gives the opportunity to try out different activities. For waterslide ski lovers, La Toussuire has a length of 30 m and a basin of tens of meters.
The resort has a large panel of chooses concerning slides. The resort organizes events waterslide ski, notably the waterslide contest for all who want to try out this fun activity.
This resort in the Pyrenees benefits from quality snow and a proper environment for practicing Waterslide ski.
The resort of Les Menuires can be found in the Tarentaise and has an adapted ski domain for skiers of all levels. The Waterslide ski is among these activities that are offered by Les Menuires.
