Right on the Edge of Crazy: On Tour with the U.S. Downhill Ski Team - Hardcover

Wilson, Mike

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0812921445 ISBN 13: 9780812921441

Publisher: Crown, 1993

Synopsis

An invigorating portrait of the racers on the U.S. Downhill Ski Team follows their lives on the road as they move from resort to resort pursuing their passion for speed. 20,000 first printing.

About this title

From Library Journal:

Wilson, a reporter for the Miami Herald , traveled with the U.S. Ski Team for two years on the World Cup tour, culminating in the 1992 winter Olympics. His behind-the-scenes account juxtaposes the "fraternity house atmosphere" of team hotels with the harsh potential for injury and death inherent in ski racing. Readers will feel the exhilaration and danger of the race courses, and admire the courage and determination of these young skiers who are collectively known as the "crazy-ass downhill maniac team." Wilson's book is a sympathetic and graphic account based on personal interviews and a close association with the athletes and coaches. He provides insight into the motivation and extreme pressure downhillers face in competition. Recommended for the sports collections of large public libraries.
- Sandra Math, St. John's Univ. Lib., New York
Copyright 1993 Reed Business Information, Inc.

From Publishers Weekly:

Miami Herald staff writer Wilson ( Maximum Morphonius ), an avid skier, followed the U.S. downhill ski team for almost two years, leading up to the 1992 Winter Olympics in Albertville, France. Carefully distinguishing between downhill and slalom races (the former is far more dangerous and so more exciting), he describes the conflict between the team's near fanatical commitment to the sport and its unremarkable position in international competition. For example, in the Olympics A. J. Kitt, the top U.S. downhill racer, finished ninth. As the coaches point out, the American media and public care only about victories. Wilson's account is likely to appeal to those interested in skiing at its highest levels, but general readers may be less enthusiastic. Author tour.
Copyright 1992 Reed Business Information, Inc.

About this edition

• Publisher: Crown
• Publication date: 1993
• ISBN 10: 0812921445
• ISBN 13: 9780812921441
• Binding: Hardcover
• Edition number: 1
• Number of pages: 295