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Term

Small-Radius Carved Turns

Small carved turns as an advanced task; size is relative to the task, with no universal radius in metres.

GLOSSARY

Small carved turns are tight, quick carves in a narrow corridor. They are an advanced task because the board must stay on edge while changing direction rapidly.

Context and distinction

Small is relative to the task — there is no fixed radius. Fast skidded turns are not small carved turns.

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HOW TO DO IT

Small-Radius Carved Turns

Small-radius carving requests tighter edge-driven arcs while retaining a carved track. Fast skidded turns are a different outcome; no universal radius defines this task.

Preparation and setting

Reliable larger carved arcs and sufficient space.

Execution / practice sequence

  1. Select a realistic narrower corridor.
  2. Establish the edge early enough for the task.
  3. Shape the arc progressively through available edging and pressure control.
  4. Release in time for the next arc.
  5. Check speed trend and track.
  6. Widen the corridor when control degrades.

How to learn / practise

Reduce corridor width gradually while keeping terrain familiar. Alternate with a baseline larger-turn set.

Errors and corrections

Tail smears during forced tightening: reduce the demand rather than increase upper-body twisting. Speed climbs: reconsider shape. Crowded corridor: reselect the exercise.

Observable checks

Repeatable narrow tracks fit the chosen corridor without uncontrolled acceleration.

Sources: AASI Snowboard Performance Guide v2.0, 2022; carved tasks, versatility and Level III section reviewed

SOURCE-BACKED DETAIL

Characteristics

School / framework
AASI (2022)
Turn outcome
carved, small radius

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editorial review notes

Editorial observation fields: corridor width, trace, rhythm, speed trend. Rapid skidded turns are not called carved solely because they are small.