Ski Jumping

Sometimes called the “original extreme sport,” this discipline started with a simple challenge—who can fly the farthest, from a fixed takeoff point? Competitors can reach speeds of more 100 kph and a 250-feet flyover. Scoring is comprised of distance, style, and wind/gate compensation. Most skiers now use a V-pattern during flight to gain extra lift. Events will be held at the Olympic Jumping Complex.

In the individual events, each athlete gets one trial and two scored jumps. The jumper with the highest combined score is the winner.

Individual

Competing teams will be scored based upon the combined points of each team. Distance is measured from the takeoff point to the curve of the landing hill where the jumper lands. Bonus points are also possible.

Team

The Mixed Relay Team follows the same rules as the Team event.

Mixed Relay

About The Venue

Ski jumps in the distance at the Olympic Jumping Complex

Olympic Jumping Complex

One of the most-recognizable competition venues from the 1980 Winter Olympics is the Lake Placid Olympic Ski Jumping Complex—home to 90- and 120-meter ski jumps. The Jumping Complex serves as a training ground for ski jumpers and aerialists year-round. 

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