Term
Absorption
Bending and extending the legs so the board can follow terrain or load changes without throwing the rider off balance.
GLOSSARY · Movement & mechanics
When the board meets a bump, roller or landing, the ankles, knees and hips flex to let it rise toward the body and extend again as the snow drops away. The upper body stays relatively quiet while the legs work like suspension, keeping the board in contact with the snow.
Context and distinction
Absorption manages terrain input; it is not a permanent low squat. It differs from retraction, where the legs are pulled up actively, for example to clear an obstacle or unweight the board.
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