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Adaptive Skis

Adaptive Skis. Cameron Elliott. History. Adaptive skiing originated during World War II Wounded German and Austrian mountain troops wanted to get back to skiing Franz Wendel attached crutches to short skis 1942 and became known for his three track skiing

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Adaptive Skis

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  1. Adaptive Skis Cameron Elliott

  2. History • Adaptive skiing originated during World War II • Wounded German and Austrian mountain troops wanted to get back to skiing • Franz Wendel attached crutches to short skis 1942 and became known for his three track skiing • The sport of handicapped skiing soon spread by word of mouth

  3. Skiing used as Rehabilitation • In late 1940’s Europeans and Americans developed rehab programs at army hospitals to encourage amputees to become involved in skiing • In 1953 Bob Engelien, who lost leg in Korean War, founded the American Amputee Ski School at Snow Summit • Amputees from Vietnam War lead to creation of Shepard’s Ski School at Aprahoe Basin in 1968 • Skiing combines physical strength, flexibility, balance, and endurance with a sense of accomplishment, speed, and an opportunity to socialize

  4. Equipment • Outrigger Skis: short skis attached to crutch • Used to assist with balancing, turning, controlling speed, and stopping • Monoski: molded seat attached to alpine ski • Alpine Ski

  5. Tessier Outrigger Design • Velcro straps attach crutch to forearm for tightened grip • Adjustable armrests fixed to crutch for comfort • Aluminum tubes allow for height adjustments • 3 ski tips available • Flat tip for beginner/intermediate skiers • Rounded tip for advanced skiers • Wide round tip for freeriders (deep snow)

  6. Tessier Scarver Design • Frame: consists of aluminum boot and suspension unit • Made of aluminum and steel • Weighs about 22 lbs • Sitting angle adjusts between 30 and 40 degrees • Seat: equivalent to ski boot • Made of composite materials and foam • Straps for thighs, hips, and torso • Footrest: Made of carbon fiber

  7. Limitations • Cost: $1400-$4500 • Weight: 30-35lbs • Durability

  8. References • http://www.dualski.com/en/stabilisateurs/ • http://admin.disaboom.com/adaptive-skiing/from-rehab-tool-to-elite-sport-a-history-of-adaptive-skiing

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