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What is Straddle in Alpine Skiing?

The error of passing a gate with one ski on each side of the turning pole. It counts as missing the gate and leads to disqualification unless the racer climbs back and re-passes it correctly.

Example: She straddled at the second-last gate while leading the run.

Related terms

DownhillSuper-GGiant slalomSlalomCombinedGateTurning poleHiking back
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