Skier Goes Airborne After Hitting Snowboarder From Behind

"This is a textbook violation of the Skier Responsibility Code rule #2: People ahead or downhill of you have the right-of-way. You must avoid them. Thankfully this collision didn't result in any serious injuries as the snowboarder was perfectly fine and the skier walked away with a minor concussion but it could have been far worse."

"Always stay in control. You must be able to stop or avoid people or objects. People ahead or downhill of you have the right-of-way. You must avoid them. Stop only where you are visible from above and do not restrict traffic. Look uphill and avoid others before starting downhill or entering a trail."

"Skiing fast and distracted is a recipe for disaster. Winter sports involve risk of serious injury or death. Your knowledge, decisions and actions contribute to your safety and that of others."

A collision between a skier and snowboarder occurred due to the skier's distraction with a selfie stick while skiing downslope. This incident violated rule #2 of the Skier Responsibility Code, which requires skiers to avoid people ahead or downhill. The snowboarder escaped uninjured while the skier sustained a minor concussion. The accident illustrates the serious risks of combining high-speed skiing with distraction. The Skier Responsibility Code emphasizes maintaining control, respecting right-of-way, staying visible, checking uphill before descending, and following all posted warnings and signs to prevent collisions and injuries on ski slopes.

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