Shemshak (ski resort) of Tehran, and is located in the city of Shemshak. The ski resort is about a 90 minute drive away from Tehran. Skiing on Shemshak started in 1949, but it was not until 1959 when the first lift was constructed on the mountain. In 1996, after renovations on the mountain, the ski resort was recognized as an internationally acceptable course by the International Ski Federation. Shemshak has classically catered to more advanced skiers while Dizin has drawn beginner, intermediate and advanced skiers. The slopes are quite steep and many of the runs are mogul runs. Ski season is usually four
Outrigger ski para-skiing connect to a crutch with a flip-ski attached to the end that was developed in Canada. When a pair of outriggers are used for a skier with two skis, this is sometimes known as "Four track skiing". When a skier uses one ski and a pair of outriggers, this is called "Three track skiing." Outrigger skis come in a variety of sizes depending on the height of the skier and the type of skiing they will be doing. Outriggers can have different features depending on the needs of the skiers. One feature is a saw-tooth tail, which is often