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Classical technique definition and rules
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International Competition Rules (ICR)
- Classical technique
RULES: In classical technique competitions, the competitor must use classical techniques only: • Classical techniques consist of the diagonal techniques, the double poling
techniques, herringbone technique without a gliding phase, downhill techniques and turning techniques
• Single- or double skating is not allowed • Where there is a set track, turning techniques with pushing are not allowed,
this will also apply to competitors skiing outside of the set track • Where there is one or more tracks set, repeatedly changing or stepping in
and out of the track(s) is not allowed
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International Competition Rules (ICR)
- Classical technique
RULES: When an infraction of the rules occurs, the Jury must meet and decide the appropriate sanction, considering: - The specific circumstances (ex. track setting, snow condition, location on course) - The gain or advantage for the competitor (ex. mass-start or individual start) - The negative impact on other competitors - The impact on the results (ex. sprint qualification or 50 km) - The level of the competition (World Cup or youth competition) - The age and experience of the competitor Possible sanctions for classical technique violations are: - Verbal warning - Written warning (often called Yellow card) - Competition suspension (example: Ranked as last in the heat in Sprint heats) - Disqualification
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International Competition Rules (ICR)
- Schematic illustrations of classical
technique “grey areas”
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Violation of ICR
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Allowed
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Violation of ICR
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Violation of ICR
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Violation of ICR
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Allowed
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Violation of ICR
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Correct turning technique
Pushing off with outside ski, stepping with inside ski to change direction
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Incorrect turning technique
Pushing off with both skis
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Correct technique
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Violation of ICR
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Violation of ICR
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Herringbone uphill
No glide phase
Glide phase
Allowed: Not allowed: