Tactics for skiing Moguls

This video helps the skier find a fluid line through the moguls. The channel can be supported here www.paypal.com/paypalme/skist...

[@tilbie64]

I ski every day here in Aspen. I had, maybe, 10 instructors in recent years to improve my skills in moguls. You are the first one actually improved my skills in moguls. You have great skills articulating and explaining, with just enough words, to let me understand what I was doing wrong. By watching your videos, I finally understood my problems was largely "where to ski", not really how. This made a humongous difference for me. All these years, scratching my head and wondering why in the world I cannot ski well in moguls, but I ski so well, in slalom style, in elsewhere. I now be able to sleep at night without going crazy wondering what in the world with wrong with me. All those instructors said to turn on top of the bumps and slide down on the back of them. Ugh. No wonder I could not do it that way. I thank you from the bottom of my heart. I used to be a certified teaching pro for circuit players in tennis. I can so appreciate your great teaching skills. You helped me the most, among all these instructors I had, yet never met you in person. Amazing. Thank you so much.

[@DebArmstrongSkiStrong]

Wow what a great compliment. Thank you. so glad you made a break through in the moguls!!

[@tomdunbar8579]

I love it. "The neighboring bump", it sounds so friendly.

[@coachklane9500]

I love the vocabulary you used and I plan to incorporate this into my own lessons. "neighboring bump", "Bobsleddy" and "a turny flowy sustainable line" are my favorites. Also love the static demo of holding the ski on a mogul to explain the steepest part of the mountain and the connection to high edge angle and speed. Stay Awesome Deb Armstrong! :)

[@Osnosis]

I teach it as a 'personal roller coaster'. Old folks get that analogy.

[@deborahblake801]

thank you!This video has FINALLY unlocked an understanding for how I am meant to approach the moguls! There are few moguls available on the slopes this early in the season, but I tried the few that were there and I could see how to use this strategy. I love your videos. So helpful.

[@richardmerten9316]

When U dance with the mountain..........the Mountain ALWAYS leads

[@benbhand]

By far the best video on moguls I’ve viewed. Not the greatest day for filming or showing the “anatomy” of the bump, but marvelous and helpful content throughout. Thank you, Deb!!

[@04Serena]

I agree -- great tutorial, but the light was a little flat for me to be able to make out the bumps...

[@dianepolletta5374]

I cannot thank you enough for this video. The concept of finding the neighboring bump was a 100% lightbulb moment for me. I typically ski East Coast groomers, and in the past I’ve just fallen apart in my few attempts at moguls. Well this weekend was a rare East Coast powder weekend, 12 inches of snow overnight turned into soft moguls by 11 am. The powder rather than ice made the moguls forgiving, and we got tons of practice! I just kept finding the neighboring bump, thinking about banked turns. By the end of the weekend I felt like I was able to attack the moguls with confidence! This was a game changer for me!

[@philipwatkins8157]

So,so Good. Learnt more in ten minutes that 5 years with moguls!. Thank you

[@karlk9316]

A really great explanation and demonstration of a simple approach for having consistent fun in the bumps. Love it. Thank you Deb.

[@outdoorlenny6441]

Well explained techniques Deb, thank you for sharing!

[@GeroLubovnik]

A great approach for older skiers or those that experience knee pain. You always have good videos, Deb.

[@pedroforonda]

So much fun just to watch you, thanks for sharing and the love you put into these videos.

[@Charizardlison]

looks so effortless. great explanations - great video!

[@ladperenyi993]

Very helpful video and focusing on these tactical moves really helped my performance in some challenging bumps today! Great seeing you on the hill today teaching, you are such a great example for all of us. Best wishes!

[@csedan510]

You are the best teacher I have ever seen. So clear and concise....I could have used this before some double diamonds I skied earlier today.

[@janinerosenke5463]

Loving all your instruction. Thx so much.

[@felisaaero]

No wonder I've been stuck so many times. This is one of the best videos on moguls!

[@alyssajordancrowe3364]

Hey Deb, thanks for the great, informational video! Definitely learned from my mistake and can’t wait to get out on the slopes soon! This broken leg and moguls won’t stop me now! Can’t believe I’m missing the snow hitting the Rockies this weekend. Do an extra run for me!! Thanks again, Cheers!

[@martialgerolami2192]

Deb if I ever make it to Colorado I will definitely make a point of talking and hopefully getting a lesson with you. I am an advanced skier but every time I watch your videos I learn something. Keep up the great work and someday we may meet on the mountains.

[@neilmeiskey5482]

You were born to be a skier and an excellent teacher, thanks! Maybe this 70 year old CAN ski the bumps this way:).

[@moorefishin]

Just spent the weekend trying to gain better comfort in the bumps. Boy do I wish I had watched this video before my trip. Can't wait for next month to try it out in Telluride. Thanks again Deb!

[@thomasw2799]

i love this lesson, thx so much and best regards from Stralsund/Germany

[@GraceWooHoffmann]

Use the neighboring bump! This makes total sense to me. Thank you Deb for using explanations, visuals and analogies that "speak" my language. I'm always nervous around bumps but I'm determined to give them a go this season! Your videos have been so helpful. Thank you for sharing your gift and love of skiing.

[@kevinhoule6547]

The bumps where fun today at Keystone 4 sure. Thx Deb for great tips

[@T3PinR]

Fantastic video. I learn so much from what you show. I'm a 59 yr old (advanced alpine skier) from 30+ years of tele skiing. I have to wonder why, in tele bumps, I've always crossed the bump line and make the turn on backside of the bump. Almost cross grain and its the absolute best way of dancing down bumps and keeping control. I'm able to mono-tele in neighboring bumps just as an alpine skier would, but in a true telemark, the backside is the groove. Now that I've come back to alpine, I find myself in the wrong line and this video is a huge help in switching up the brain. Thank you.

[@nicholaskaiser2370]

What a fantastic video. Thanks for this.

[@nickv3085]

great perspective, thank you deb!

[@interestedparty3159]

"Surf the Neighboring Bump" - what an Astounding concept! Thank you so much for that Deb!!!!

[@susannewilliams]

Love this! Thank you. Much more relaxed moguls! At LAST! ❤️

[@jamesmears3419]

Another great video. Love it!!! Going down to Touse in Feb, if you're there that would be so cool!!!

[@stebehnedagamir2881]

I’ve stopped skiing for about 3 or 4 years now and joined the dark side and started snowboarding but now I’m coming back to skiing and I can do the groomers and stuff still but not that good at poll planting and really getting those turns down so yeah I’m happy to get back to the sport oh and you’re video’s have really helped me get the technique down again so I really have to say THANK YOU⛷🤙🏼

[@ruaraidhmcdonald-walker9524]

Great video!! Love having so many alternatives: zipper, neighbours, long turns, short turns, jumps.... (as if, yeah right!!) ;) Thanks for sharing this!

[@OhCrapItsJimmy]

I really needed this information. Thank you!

[@gatticusfpv3174]

Oh my gosh you actually did it! Dave and Tami Lyon teach bumps this way too seems to be a racer thing. =) I raced as well but before that my favorite thing to ski was bumps in a zip line like professional bump skiers do. I love the extreme extension retracting feeling having your knees get close to your face. But unfortunately its hard to find good bumps around the PNW for that. This technique works really well for misshapen bumps.

[@alicekane3913]

Thanks, Deb, for introducing a great new option for 'conquering' the bumps. As an advanced skier who's been FOREVER trying to 'flow' thru the moguls (a determined baby boomer who wants so badly to finally triumph over - and ENJOY! - this one frustrating "obstacle"), your video gives me new hope. Thanks! No more 'cliff hanging turns!' :-D

[@dmarcouster]

Deb your explanations are awesome ! I love the detail about edge angle, etc in your lessons !!

[@DebArmstrongSkiStrong]

Thank you!!

[@tomr6634]

Excellent, clear, enthusiastic explanations that are engaging and helpful. Thank you Deb!

[@DebArmstrongSkiStrong]

You bet Tom! Glad you found my channel.

[@holdenwight6046]

Hey! I ran into you today at Abasin. Thanks for taking the time to say hi. Looked like you were starting a lesson so I hope I didn’t interrupt too much. This video really helped me look at moguls in a different way and now I can ski them confidently and in control. Have a great season and let’s hope it’s a snowy one!

[@DebArmstrongSkiStrong]

Awesome seeing you today!!!! Really fun you said hi. Where do you usually ski?

[@holdenwight6046]

@@DebArmstrongSkiStrong Abasin is my favorite and most frequent, but someone once told me “the best mountain is the one you’re on,” and I think that’s the right philosophy.

[@DebArmstrongSkiStrong]

@@holdenwight6046 fantastic!!! I'll be back next Sunday day. Hope to see you again.

[@KaloqnBankov]

Amazing video as always!

[@MOKUMtechno]

Wow, we need those kind of instructors in the Alps! My compliments, I love Deb👍 ... ps if you visit 4vallees, let me know, i want a session with you

[@michaelh181]

Absolutely perfect way to teach this. Thank you!!

[@DebArmstrongSkiStrong]

THANK YOU Michael. enjoy the bumps. take care

[@beemo9]

Good tips, and good enthusiasm. It might be easier to see the bumps on a sunny day. And using a "chalkboard" might help conceptualize the paths.

[@ewallt]

It was a bit difficult to see the demonstration, but the explanation at the beginning was awesome, especially about the high edge angle and being able to ski with a flatter ski using the nearby bump.

[@olmosmer]

Like some others I had difficulty in seeing the technique on video due to poor visibility, however I could clearly appreciate it to the 4:34 minutes. Thank you Deb.

[@stephenchessell5949]

Deb, I think after 40 years someone has finally been able to explain to me how to conquer skiing bumps. Looking forward to trying this out this coming Winter.

[@wisskier]

I use the phrase "rail the bump", when I'm cyclocrossing I look for a ruts in corners and "rail" the outside edge of the rut to help the turn. Similarly, use the bump on the outside of the turn to help facilitate the turn.

[@flyshacker]

Deb, you are giving me SO much to think about and try next time I go skiing! Thank you so much!

[@DebArmstrongSkiStrong]

You are welcome😉 spread the word

[@ilonabrandt-tom3293]

Just love listening and watching Deb Armstrong

[@georgewcamp]

So good, a master instructor!

[@Jmosely98]

Another great video. Thanks Deb

[@simon1066]

Thank you Deborah, it’s given me a new perspective on dealing with the bumps which I’ve always struggled to ski in a flowing way. I’ll be putting it into practice for two weeks in Zell am see, Austria on the 18th Jan!

[@MadelnMachines]

I teach there!

[@audrac8390]

Neighboring bump yay!!! Not the crazy neighbor bump lol I love this. Thnx so much! I think you just saved me from a $900 three-day seminar on the neighboring bump lol and now I don’t have to wake up and be n a group at 9 am for three days. Hahaa thnx thnx thnx 🎉🎉

[@TheBourneBlogger]

I didn't think the video was that good. The overcast day gave no contrast to the moguls, making it harder to visualize. But Deb, you SAID something in this video that clicked and I figured out moguls literally the next day on Zugspitze at Aspen Snowmass! It was the part when you said you don't want to turn on the mogul and climb back up it but rather use the wall of the adjacent mogul. THAT WAS IT! In one friggin' day I'm literally doing black moguls. THANK YOU!

[@barkeater7867]

Friction baby! Skin snow contact! great job Deb

[@Mrdudezful]

All I want to say that u rock! I wish I could hire you for a few days to ski!

[@gregy1194]

I avoid moguls like the plague. 3.55min, that's me. 😁 You make that look effortless, great advice, great vid. I like it and will give it a go next season. Our I'll win lotto, fly to the US and book some lessons with you 👍

[@jaylems3054]

Loved this!

[@mandyrey7122]

Deb, I've recently discovered your videos and I'm working my way through them. I'm sitting this season out, but I'm gonna it hard next year.

[@DebArmstrongSkiStrong]

So glad you found me Mandy. I hope you can get back at skiing next season. Take care

[@elainenilsson5472]

You nailed it with where people are hitting the bump and not the neighboring bump. They do this because on the slopes that aren't so steep you can do that but when it starts to get steep like this, that wont work. Great video.

[@blackestjake]

Moguls are like friends, some are willing to help you move others are less helpful. I still love all my friends.

[@isaiahyeates7816]

A gopro head mount for this lesson would be super beneficial. I can see exactly where you would be looking and just a better point of view, but great video I learned a lot

[@bayard1332]

Perhaps the single best ski vidi I’ve ever seen. I sure wish I saw this in about 1973...

[@DebArmstrongSkiStrong]

Wow!!!! Glad you appreciate this content almost as much as i enjoy making it. 😉😉😉Happy skiing. Take good care

[@bobbyk5451]

Awesome simple tip, thanks

[@danielshults5243]

I think I prioritize turning on top of bumps and skidding down the back of them too much in my mogul skiing. This requires a lot of absorption, and while I feel it's effective for keeping my speed down and remaining in control, I also find it can be quite tiring. The "neighboring bump" technique shown here looks like a good way to expend less energy, and is definitely something I'll be working in more often this coming season.

[@thomasmedeiros5722]

Deb you have a talent for teaching and presentation that makes complicated things simple. I have to try your approach and like how you give one Idea to remember and apply. Ski the side of the next bump. ⛷⛷⛷🙏

[@RT-tn4ry]

Love how you climb around in the snow and show the bumps.

[@cbrooks2767]

Thanks Deb! I'm going to try to remember "surf" so I won't turn on top and then slide down the back of the bump like all of my instructors taught me. Can't wait to try it out!

[@DebArmstrongSkiStrong]

Have you given it a try yet. I would love to hear how it goes. Take care

[@Andyjamesontheweb]

Great content!

[@kellymrottenbucher8801]

This was so helpful. Thanks!

[@jenstellen496]

Perfect timing for this video! I just skied some icy moguls Christmas Eve, and not very well. I psyched myself out a little. When I get back out to the mountain this week I’ll seek out some moguls and try this technique. Thanks for this instruction!

[@marilenacrisan1965]

So true, nevertheless, the perfect timing. I avoid bumps, but gradually I am trying to educate myself to not be afraid.... Your video helps..and when I look at the scenery, it helps, too. And please, please send some snow over Ontarian hills..🤗

[@chrisfaella5417]

I ski on the backside of the bump because it is real steep. and often you need to ski across the back side to get to the top of the "neighboring bump". Also carving on the back side will allow for a "slower" drop to the top of the next one. Since the back side is "sheer" you can do hop turns on it with very little "hop".

[@dakotamiller6155]

Are you the legend Debbie Armstrong? i used to go up and down the Gamsleiten in Obertauern all day long. Thanks for your videos. Kisses from Austria!!!!!

[@DebArmstrongSkiStrong]

❤❤❤❤❤❤❤ That's me. Thank you😉

[@roy87345]

Very helpful. Will try the neighboring bumps next time

[@mattsmith1185]

Yea!!! A mogul video!! Thanks, Deb!!!

[@WahlysAdventures]

This is explained so well! I’ve been trying to hit moguls all wrong, not anymore! :)

[@johnmac9472]

I love you Deb! you make my skiing a pleasure.

[@bobwombacher3511]

Thanks so much.

[@mariomejia9993]

Love it ....thank you

[@DjGhost718]

great tutorial!

[@privateuploads-geo2625]

Deb, that makes sense. Can't wait to try surfing off of the neighbor mogul rather than over the top/steep backside.

[@maxwaz91]

These videos are so great, Deb, thank you for creating them and answering questions! The one about how to ski powder was so great as well. Where is the ideal spot on the bump to make your turn? Are you trying to have the apex be before you're at the top of the bump ideally, so you are turning into the neighboring bump but never going over it?

[@DebArmstrongSkiStrong]

for this tactic that sounds about right. I have never thought of the apex of the turn while skiing bumps because every turn apex differs depending on the bump. have a great day.

[@justinhayden9374]

With your assistance I will be a better skier and snowboarder by the end of the month.

[@gspice71]

I avoid bump runs like the plague, but your technique has renewed my interest in trying. It makes sense. Thank you 🙏 very much. - a chicken little skier

[@Golfjunkee69]

I feel exactly the same!

[@wisskier]

No need to get into full on mogul runs, hit groomers on powder days. Try these pointers after the powder gets cut up, then you'll have mini-moguls. If you mess up the bumps are softer and more forgiving.

[@gspice71]

wisskier great advice! thank you 🙏🏻

[@wisskier]

@@gspice71 you are welcome!

[@tinyskier6250]

start at the bottom of the run, like 10 moguls up ... then build up to the top.

[@ambertudor]

She is explaining this very well , but it doesnt hurt that she is skiing the moguls with 6-10 inches of new fluff, which is the easiest snow to ski in, i would have liked to have seen her ski the bumps on hardpack, as it would be easier to see what she was doing, but oh well

[@lx5171]

she is really good at moguls

[@kevinray3240]

Excellently articulated -- When an instructor can make concepts understandable for all, they have truly become masterful.

[@ClarkSchierleMDPhD]

Deb you are a national treasure.

[@DebArmstrongSkiStrong]

wow. That is very nice. Really happy you appreciate my video content. take care and thank you!

[@muchogustotaoskier]

Thanks Deb, for the tips. For what it’s worth, here’s how I was taught: Ski from the summit of one mogul to that of another. Why? Because at the top you can go in any direction. Also, I was taught to use my eyes. Like you said, the terrain dictates. So I use my eyes to plan a good route to the top of a mogul somewhat downhill. It’s never, you know, the NEXT mogul. Anyway, it works for me. But I’ll review your lesson and try to incorporate some of what you said. You certainly ski them more smoothly than I.

[@DebArmstrongSkiStrong]

of course. Many folks are taught that way. I have taught that tactic as well. I prefer this tactic for teaching as well as skiing. That's just me.

[@muchogustotaoskier]

Deb Armstrong : 👍

[@Osnosis]

Top-to-top is a valid technique, but speed control is critical. I call Deb’s ‘bobsled’ approach the ‘roller coaster line”; no matter which line you take, you should not turn on the uphill side of the mogul (as you will likely stem your turn and your feet will take a divergent path). As she mentions, be patient, especially as you crest the bump and redirect the skis into a new turn. There are specific approaches for those cliff-faced moguls and I refer you to Lito Flores for those.

[@muchogustotaoskier]

Osnosis: Thanks. Frankly, I can’t recall turning on the uphill side of a mogul. I just want to proceed downhill and get out. I save my risk-a-fall skiing for powder.

[@Morgandgrant]

You can't have too many line and technique options in bumps. I find my preferred option varies a lot based on steepness, mogul shape and snow conditions. Bobsled technique is great with some new snow to help moderate the speed. When the moguls get hard packed and fast I find this bobsled technique generates too much speed on the steep sections with big long moguls.

[@qingxiangli]

Thanks!

[@franciscszakacs2762]

Awesome

[@falllinemaniac]

Long narrow bumps allow me to make multiple turns down and over it OR I can sideslip the ridge down like a rail in the park.

[@promogul]

It’s great that you specify this technique vs. the World Cup line. Totally different approach. As you mentioned, carving on the backside of the mogul generates speed, which is what World Cup mogul skiers want to do. Most people don’t have that aggressive mindset. Do you see the troughs in the moguls like the big ruts that form in slalom courses?

[@DebArmstrongSkiStrong]

ish. not exactly yet somewhat.....

[@alainbrouillaud484]

I like the neighboring bump concept. I notice how you complete your turn before reaching for the neighboring bump. I guess this is step one before trying a straighter line in the bumps?

[@DebArmstrongSkiStrong]

possibly. the two ways emphasize different skills. A straighter line will require more absorption. this approach emphasizes more turning, steering.

[@alainbrouillaud484]

Deb... thank you for responding 😀 If you are missing those loooonnngggg piste feel free to check out my KZbin channel. The channel is in my name - Alain Brouillaud ⛷

[@3johnnys]

Deb this is so helpful. I was taught to ski bumps by turning on the tops. Guessing that this is just another approach? Kind regards John

[@DebArmstrongSkiStrong]

Yep, need another the tools in the tool box😉😉

[@DavidTube5]

5th season snowboard, on my 7th day of skiing. I'm going to learn how to ski moguls switch

[@LPP3124]

I love the "neighboring bump comment" I'd love to see a video with instruction without so much powder on the bumps? But guess I just need a lesson in person lol thank you!

[@andrewsteward7830]

I love mogul skiing more than anything in the world. It's somewhat of a lost art. To me it's like a dance. It gives me the rhythm, the push and pull, eventually learning to "let go" and fall into the line is really a spiritual thing for me. Just out of curiosity, is this "White Out" at Steamboat? Such a great run!

[@DebArmstrongSkiStrong]

some of this is shot on white out.

[@jack6277]

you make it looks so easy damn

[@cspear2789]

I call that skiing the troughs but her description is good. It is the best way to get started on bump skiing.

[@hardrockminer-50]

Aha moment...I've been trying to ski around the downhill (back) side of bumps when it sounds like I need to turn on the uphill (front) side of the neighboring bump. Gotta try that. Maybe tomorrow.