Ski/Board Tech
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Anatomy
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100
What is the primary purpose of metal edges on skis and snowboards?
A) To improve flotation in powder
B) To reduce weight
C) To grip the snow and ice for better control
D) To make the board/ski look better
C) To grip the snow and ice for better control
100
What is the max number of people in our group lessons?
3 plus and instructor
100
Which primary muscle group is most engaged while maintaining a low, stable stance during skiing or snowboarding?
A) Biceps
B) Quadriceps
C) Deltoids
D) Trapezius
B) Quadriceps
100
When a customer walks through the door you should...
A) Yell HELLO aggressively in their face
B) Wait until they get to the front desk to communicate or acknowledge the customer.
C) Greet them immediately and ask them how we can assist them today.
D) Stare at your phone
C) Greet them immediately and ask them how we can assist them today.
200
Name 4 parts of a snowboard binding.
200
Which of the following is a membership benefit of SNÖBAHN’s basic membership?
A) Free full-day mountain resort lift ticket
B) Unlimited access to freestyle area, a free introductory ski or snowboard lesson for you and a friend, hot‑wax included, and buddy passes.
C) Free drinks
D) Free group freestyle and fitness classes
B) Unlimited access to freestyle area, a free introductory ski or snowboard lesson for you and a friend, hot‑wax included, and buddy passes.
200
In snowboarding, what is the correct alignment of your knees during a proper stance?
A) Locked straight for balance
B) Bowed outward to widen your base
C) Slightly bent and aligned over your toes
D) Pressed tightly together for carving
C) Slightly bent and aligned over your toes
200
Someone comes in for a rental without an appointment. We do not have the ability to take them right now. What is the correct course of action?
Apologize that we cannot take them right now. Ask if they want to make an appointment for another day. Help book the appointment in the moment.
300
What is the main difference between a camber and a rocker profile in skis or snowboards?
A) Camber is used only in racing skis, while rocker is used only in snowboards
B) Camber curves downward underfoot, rocker curves upward
C) Camber gives better float in powder, rocker gives better edge hold
D) Camber curves upward underfoot, rocker curves downward
D) Camber curves upward underfoot, rocker curves downward
300
What is the time frame of our 2025/26 peak pricing?
A) November 1st - February 28th
B) December 1st - February 28th
C) November 3rd - March 31st
D) November 3rd - March 15th
C) November 3rd - March 31st
300
What kinds of joints are the hips, knees, and ankles?
Knee: Hinge (synovial joint)
Hip: ball and socket
Ankle: hinge
300
Name 3 ways you can add to a customer's experience at Snobahn
SO MANY ANSWERS
400
How does sidecut radius influence carving performance in skis and snowboards?
A) A longer radius makes tighter turns
B) A shorter radius increases straight-line speed
C) A shorter radius allows tighter turns and better maneuverability
D) Sidecut radius only affects snowboard performance
C) A shorter radius allows tighter turns and better maneuverability
400
Which of the following do we NOT offer as a tune service.
A) Base Grind
B) Machine Edge
C) Hand Wax
D) Binding mounting and adjustment for all types
D) Binding mounting and adjustment for all types
400
Which of the following best describes “dynamic alignment” in ski and snowboard technique?
A) The static position of boots on the board or skis
B) The alignment of the body when moving down the slope
C) The constantly changing joint and muscle coordination needed to maintain balance, edging, and pressure while in motion
D) The vertical stacking of the spine over the heels for maximum stability
C) The constantly changing joint and muscle coordination needed to maintain balance, edging, and pressure while in motion
400
You have a customer who has a 4 year old and a 9 year old who wants to get both to level 3 skiers for the winter season. Which package option would you suggest and why?
The family 20 pack because the 4 year old will need 2 credits per lesson while the other child only needs one.
500
How does torsional stiffness affect the performance of skis or snowboards?
A) It determines how fast the ski/board can go
B) It affects how much the ski/board flexes vertically
C) It influences edge grip and responsiveness
D) It increases the durability of the top sheet
C) It influences edge grip and responsiveness
500
A mom is booking a birthday party for 12 kids but only 9 are skiing. She wants to have open bar for each parent during the party (12 adults) What would be her estimated total for the party? (You can use reference materials)
$360 for 1 slope
$20 x 3 for just freestyle kiddos
$18 x 12 adults for 2 hour open bar
Total: $636
500
During a snowboarder’s toe-side turn, which of the following combined biomechanical actions are necessary for optimal edge hold and balance?
A) Hip extension, ankle inversion, shoulder retraction
B) Ankle dorsiflexion, knee flexion, hip internal rotation
C) Knee hyperextension, spinal rotation, ankle eversion
D) Neck flexion, shoulder abduction, hip abduction
B) Ankle dorsiflexion, knee flexion, hip internal rotation
500
Name 3 benefits to taking a slope lesson/s at Snobahn as a beginner student and 3 benefits to taking a slope lesson/s as an advanced student.
Many answers but here are some:
Beginner
- controlled environment, cheaper for more lessons, smaller group sizes
Advanced
- all year round conditioning, symmetry, injury prevention