Which step involves giving commands or instructions during the zip?

• A. Commands/instructions- on zip?
• B. Spot- spot head, neck, and shoulders
• C. Sweep
• D. Clear- zip alley

Answer: (A)

Giving commands or instructions during the zip is about the facilitator providing verbal cues to prepare the rider, confirm readiness, and guide them through the descent. This step ensures the rider knows when to start, how to position their body, what to do with their hands, and when to brake or finish. Clear communication during the zip helps synchronize the rider with the equipment and the course so safety is maintained throughout the ride.

Spotting is the ongoing observation of the rider for safety, ready to intervene if something looks off but not centered on giving in-the-mold instructions during the zip. Sweeping focuses on clearing the area and ensuring the line path is free of obstacles before and during setup, not on giving rider instructions. Clearing the zip alley is about making sure the path is clear of people and debris, not about the rider’s command sequence.