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Abstract

A torsional stabilizer increases the torsional rigidity of skis without influencing the ataski's flexural characteristics. There are numerous embodiments of the invention disclosed for preventing torsional rotation of a ski about its longitudinal axis while at the same time having little to no impact on the flexing characteristics of the ski. The innovations defined by the invention may be delivered through exoskeletal means (via mechanisms and linkages attached directly to snow skis) or through dynamic structural members or mechanisms integrated within the ski design itself. In all cases, the stabilizers according to the invention effectively reduce the ski's tendency to twist about its longitudinal axis when subjected to the turning forces created during the sport of alpine skiing. The stabilizers may be tuned according to the skier's preference, and may be independently tuned for each ski edge. Rocker adjustment mechanisms are further disclosed.

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First Claim