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Off Piste

By Mike Doyle, About.com

Definition: Off piste skiing is skiing on ungroomed terrain that is not marked into trails.
Pronunciation: Peest
Also Known As: Backcountry skiing
Alternate Spellings: Off-piste
Examples:
Off piste skiing can be dangerous, and skiers should be aware of hazards, such as avalanches.

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