The managing director of investments and wealth management at Merrill Lynch in Ithaca, New York, Keefe Gorman is an avid skier in his free time and a certified ski instructor at Song Mountain Resort. Keefe Gorman’s skiing skills also secured his membership with the World Pro Ski Tour.
Skiing is a popular winter activity and an Olympic sport with various styles that differ in technique, terrain, and practice. Two of the most popular types of skiing are alpine and cross-country.
Alpine skiing, also called downhill skiing, involves climbing to the top of a mountain or slope, usually via a lift, and gliding down on skis. Alpine skiing is done using two poles and two skis with ski boots for better control.
Cross-country skiing requires locomotion to move. Cross-country skiing equipment includes two long rigid skis attached to the forefoot. Originally used as a form of transportation, cross-country skis are longer, narrower, and lighter than alpine skiing equipment. Techniques used in cross-country skiing include classic and skate.
Skiing is a popular winter activity and an Olympic sport with various styles that differ in technique, terrain, and practice. Two of the most popular types of skiing are alpine and cross-country.
Alpine skiing, also called downhill skiing, involves climbing to the top of a mountain or slope, usually via a lift, and gliding down on skis. Alpine skiing is done using two poles and two skis with ski boots for better control.
Cross-country skiing requires locomotion to move. Cross-country skiing equipment includes two long rigid skis attached to the forefoot. Originally used as a form of transportation, cross-country skis are longer, narrower, and lighter than alpine skiing equipment. Techniques used in cross-country skiing include classic and skate.
