speed skier![click to hear](/images/speaker.jpg)
Athlete who practices speed skiing; high-level speed skiers reach speeds of more than 150 mph.
speed ski ![click to hear](/images/speaker.jpg)
Heavy and very long ski (up to 8 ft) with a thick bottom; its edges are not very sharp to prevent them from catching at high speed and causing crashes.
handle ![click to hear](/images/speaker.jpg)
Piece used to grip the pole; its streamlined shape ensures better air flow; the handle does not have a wrist strap.
pole ![click to hear](/images/speaker.jpg)
Metal or composite fiber rod with a handle; the speed skier uses it for balance.
fairing ![click to hear](/images/speaker.jpg)
Piece of compressed foam that is slipped under the suit to improve air flow without causing air turbulence around the leg.
speed skiing suit ![click to hear](/images/speaker.jpg)
Skintight one-piece garment made of plastic-coated synthetic fibers to ensure optimal aerodynamics.
helmet ![click to hear](/images/speaker.jpg)
Rigid piece of equipment that protects the head; it also improves aerodynamics with its streamlined shape fitted to the skier’s head.