Beyond the Podium: Technology & Fashion in Alpine Skiing

Ski racing has always been a moving target for designers: faster turns and higher speeds demand constant advances in materials, geometry, and protection, while governing bodies try to preserve safety and competitive balance. The International Ski and Snowboard Federation (FIS) publishes detailed specifications governing skis, bindings, boots, suits, protectors, and helmets, thereby illustrating how performance innovation and safety regulation evolve together.... By: Foley & Lardner LLP