Parallel rule changes on the docket at FIS meetings

[4ster]

Seems like a step in the right direction...

The Alpine Skiing Committee proposed the parallel race operate under a double-run format, one run per course, to ensure fair competition between athletes. In order to keep TV rights-holders and viewers interested in the event, the committee also proposed a shortened race, having it begin with the round of 16, featuring the 16-fastest athletes from the qualification race. In the 2019-20 season, the parallel format began with the round of 32. Other small changes made to the format have not yet been disclosed.

Parallel rule changes on the docket at FIS meetings

The FIS’ Alpine Skiing Committee has put forward new parallel rules for the 2020-21 season that accommodate athlete feedback

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I would still love to see the parallel become it’s own event neither SL nor GS. It would be 30-40 seconds long with 20-25 paneled gates & turns with 15-20 metres vertical distance & skis with a similar turn radius. No double armed gate clearin! Maybe a jump & some built in terrain to add some excitement!

 

[oldschoolskier]

One of the neat things about something like this it is not about skill, strength and endurance. It is about nerve and how far can you step beyond your comfort zone and let it all hang out. Don’t forget the skier beside you is doing the same.

Makes for excitement and spectacular risk taking (not to mention crashes). TV’s got it figured out, the audience loves the carnage. X-games are a good example.