We were trying "inside Axels" (I don't think they had a special name) in the 1960s/70s, but I never saw them done much in competition, if at all. I liked them, although I never tried a double because I couldn't get enough clearance off the ice, but then I preferred the edge jumps and the Axel was always my favourite.
It’s so true, Scherbakova had the worst technique.
I'm talking about some current skaters.
My coach also started with an inside axel first, back in the 1980s! He trained in Canada, I wonder if it’s a regional or era specific thing? Or perhaps they’re still popular now just as a fun trick/exercise… does anyone know?
I've seen it as an exercise in many European countries. Many actually found it easier than axel (with a single), as weight distribution was easier (not having to trust the outside edge as well)
I know, I was simply pointing out the hypocrisy of your statement!
