By max_501
Stand about half way down the run. This depends on length of run and amount of terrain you can see. Generally I try to split the visible filming distance so I can get an equal number of turns from the front and back. Video at least 5 turns of the front, as the skier approaches, and then at least 5 turns from back, as the subject skis away. Pan smoothly as the subject passes keeping the skier in frame so we can see a side view. Use the zoom and OIS features if your camera has them. I suggest a max of 10x zoom which will help with image stability. If you need to exceed 10X zoom consider using a monopod.
- Is the stance width appropriate for the size of the skier?
- Does the release start by flexing the outside leg?
- Does LTE tipping lead engagement to the new turn?
- Are the feet pulled back at transition?
- Is the inside foot held back throughout the turn?
- Is there enough CB and CA and is the timing right?
- Is the pelvis included in the CB/CA movement?
- Strong inside arm?
- Is the inside leg flexed as the turn progresses?
- Does the outside leg extend naturally (no pushing) as the turn progresses?
- Does LTE tipping of the inside foot continue throughout the turn?
- Is the skier balanced over the outside ski?
- Is there a pole touch and how is the movement and timing?
- Alignment - watch the skis and knees carefully - does anything look like it needs go be tipped in or out?