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Triple_Strum
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I read this article in Powder (I think) a few years ago and it was actually pretty informative with facts I didn't know.  Anyone know what I am talking about?  In any case, I thought I'd start an NS one that everyone could add to.  I thought of this when a kid was asking about cold hands in a different thread.  So here goes, just add good tips about staying warm, saving money, helpful stretches/exercises, energy foods before you go, etc.

Tip #1: The veins that carry to your fingers are in the back of your hand, not near your palm.  So to effectively prevent numb fingers, you want to put hand warmers on the back of your hand.  I recommend picking up some surgical tape (type that sticks to skin well) from CVS/Walgreens and just taping one of those little handwarmers on the back of each hand in the morning and voile! you are good for the rest of the day.

Again, don't just put down "good advice", but maybe something people don't realize.

Jan 1 2010 9:44AM
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Phil-X-
Posts: 7205 - Karma: 14,399

-keep tips up (can get confusing on twin tips)...

-check for loose clothing and equipment...

but really, invest in a thermos (sp?), before filling with tea, pour boiling water and leave that in there while your other water boils, (this will allow the actual tea to maintain the heat for longer, since the tea wont loose heat warming up the thermos) so, when your actual water is finshed boiling pour it into a tea pot/w.e. and put 1-2 bags of tea in it (depending on size of themos) now, i like to add alot of sugar, this will renergize you, now take this themros and throw it in your car, leave it there, when you come back from the slopes, youll have warm sweet tea waiting for you, trust me, its awesome for the ride home

*pro tip* buy 2 thermoses, one for lunch, one for after

Jan 4 2010 9:39AM
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Peter.
Posts: 23796 - Karma: 13,012
you can also throw a water bottle into a coat pocket. they are usually big enough, and it comes in handy when you are hiking. they aren't as big as a camelback too
Jan 4 2010 10:29AM
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pharmony19
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i have them too. Dakine?
Jan 4 2010 11:13AM
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skodeo7
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So true. Hell when I'm really in the swing of things I try to wax 2 times a week or more. I love having my skis fast. Definitely keeps your bases in better shape too.
Jan 4 2010 11:15AM
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LMPJibbin
Posts: 1607 - Karma: 17
you take off the factory de-fog coat. it could just make an ugly smudge on the inside of your goggles or your goggles will just defog like a mother fucker
Jan 4 2010 1:00PM
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Rudy.
Posts: 441 - Karma: 24
this might have already been said but
the cheaper the pole, usually the stronger it is, and if they do break then it is not a big deal.
Jan 4 2010 2:49PM
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Sveetski
Posts: 572 - Karma: 22
If you take lunch with you avoid cheeses and other fatty foods that taste best at room temprature, go for jams or chocolate spreads not only will they taste better they will also give you an energy boost to get back on the hill after lunch
Jan 4 2010 2:56PM
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Apresbang
Posts: 618 - Karma: 276
My Threads!

I live like 30mins from my resort. Always turn the heating off like 10mins before i get there, that way im not getting out of a toasty car straight into the cold.
Jan 4 2010 3:37PM
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Evilchris
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MINE
Jan 4 2010 3:39PM
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I_Am_Mod
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i believe you mean "fog" instead of "defog like a mother ffer"...

:D

and to the pole guy above^^

just get some cheap rental poles; if you break one you can just swamp em for someone elses in the lodge...
i know thats mean but it works so great ...
Jan 4 2010 3:51PM
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Samckoy
Posts: 381 - Karma: 66
I have to split my poles because of people like you who thinks its alright to steal someone else's poles.
Jan 4 2010 6:13PM
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Pinguu
Posts: 1581 - Karma: 49
Yea dude some people still buy poles, even if they are just ten bucks. Don't be a D bag
Jan 4 2010 10:45PM
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Twinjibber77
Posts: 6239 - Karma: 2,356
Not really the way i look at it. I have a pair of Scott Team poles and a pair of rental rocket/junior poles. The rental rocket/junior poles are better for park because it's cheaper metal and they will bend when you fall awkwardly as opposed to a sturdy Scott Pole which will jab the shit out of you. Did i mention they are smaller too. Some bigger rental rocket poles are like solid steel with Iron and those would prolly fuck you up.
Jan 4 2010 11:35PM
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traylortrash
Posts: 1935 - Karma: 2,450
fuck no wonder my goggles are fogging so bad! is there anything you can do to fix it?
Jan 4 2010 11:48PM
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spliff.Life
Posts: 7847 - Karma: 1,549
yeah go to a ski shop and buy 'cat crap' im pretty sure its still called that, but its anti fog stuff you rub on your lens


http://www.campmor.com/cat-crap-anti-fog-lens-cleaner-1.shtml?ci_src=14110944&ci_sku=83081WC
Jan 4 2010 11:55PM
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zues
Posts: 6434 - Karma: -5,332
threads for later.  but i'll ad something

The entire game is 90% mental!!!!
Jan 5 2010 12:11AM
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philcote4
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correct me if i'm wrong, but i was always under the impression that carbs are turned into energy quicker than protein. isn't that the reason why athletes are told to eat pasta and such before a big game?

and ya, mittens are way warmer than gloves

this thread is legit though, lots of useful information

Jan 5 2010 1:42AM
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Twinjibber77
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The night before a big game
Jan 5 2010 1:52AM
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californiagrown
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no no no you're right.  at dinner you want to eat a huge meal with lots of protein and carbs to replenish your muscles and prepare yourself for the 8 hour fast that is sleeping


most people on here know nothing about nutrition
Jan 5 2010 2:05AM
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suckmyjagon
Posts: 142 - Karma: 22
Always keep your lift tickets on a Key Ring you leave on your gear.  That way you can give it to a friend if you bail on the afternoon or switch it between gear if you are on a multi-day.
Jan 5 2010 4:39PM
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Jgombasy
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if you keep snapping out of your bindings prematurely, check to see if the heel pressure is set correctly to your boot before cranking those din levels. 

Also only increase the din level by 1 at the max.  Its better to find out that they are set to loose then to find out there set to tight.

Jan 5 2010 6:39PM
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SKIU4EA
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we need more Taco Bells slopeside
Jan 5 2010 6:47PM
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squibble
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when your ptexing a ski dont let the flame go yellow, keep the burning ptex close to the ski and keep the flame blue.

when waxing skis only let about 4 inches or so remain "wet" as you pass the iron over it.

if your skis are really fucked take a sander to the bases
Jan 5 2010 6:53PM
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squibble
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good post
Jan 5 2010 6:57PM
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AwR
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Dont be lazy and carry ALL of your gear in from your car...prevents unwanted rust on skis.
Jan 5 2010 6:57PM
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SKIU4EA
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Lost and Found will sometimes let you borrow gloves, hats, or even goggles depending on the Hill and depending on how polite and courteous you are.   Sure beats spending  60+ bucks on gloves that u forgot at home.  Don't abuse it... that's why mountains get strict about it
Jan 5 2010 7:06PM
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closeyetfar11
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Know how to check the forward pressure on you, and your friends' bindings before cranking your DINs to 500.  solves a lot of "why did my ski just pop off? issues.

turn your DINs down to "0" over the summer time.  releasing all that tension on those springs for a few months while they're not in use can only be a good thing. 
Jan 6 2010 12:39AM
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enick
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you should also wipe down your skis with a towel after every day
this will ensure your edges wont rust
Jan 6 2010 1:15AM
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PaleCelery
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When clipping in on a slope, cross your legs so your uphill leg is downhill (with your legs crossed) so it supports you when clicking in, then you have your downhill leg clipped in first and it makes it a lot easier to clip your second ski on.
Jan 6 2010 1:19AM
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Kevski
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I always do this and I feel so smart when I do. If you don't do this already, it is super solid advice. It makes putting skis back on when on a steep slope easy.
Jan 6 2010 1:48AM
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kris.....
Posts: 759 - Karma: 43

dont yell or make fun of kids trying to learn our sport we were all at that point to.... if you see a kid fall on a rail time after time, help him out show him some points a lil bit of somthing goes a long way and remember KARMA is a bitch....... also proper park edicate get off the LANDINGS of jumps it hurts when you get landed on.

Jan 6 2010 4:50AM
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powerslide
Posts: 570 - Karma: 273

The most important  gear is the boot. - You cant ski good skis in bad boots  but with the perfect boot (fitted properly) you can have a good day with bad skis. first the boot then all the other gear

Jan 6 2010 5:53AM
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hellomynameisjef
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the easiest, and cheapest way to get through the day (food wise) is to eat a huge breakfast at home, have a lunch of one maybe two cup-of-noodles later in the day, and that should take you to dinner. fuck resort prices
Jan 6 2010 8:25AM
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masta_LE3B
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need more info...
Jan 9 2010 11:56PM
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YooperSteeze
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Mon threads
Jan 10 2010 12:40AM
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enick
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please read the thread
this has been posted at least 6 times
thx
Jan 10 2010 2:08AM
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Thenowhereman42
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If you make sure your edges are completely dry before putting your skis in your car or whatever, the edges won't rust.
Jan 10 2010 3:23AM
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Nic_Sutter
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I know there's a lot of bunk about food, but if I could add one more thing. About the carbohydrate thing, what with them giving quick energy, this is true, but the secret to getting the energy from carbolicious foods is by getting WHOLE GRAIN products. Regular white bread is made from white flour, which actually stores in your body as a starch if you don't expel all of the built up calories that you get from it. This is why whole grain is the better choice. Whole grain products fill up the same amount of space in your stomach, but yield fewer calories. If you stay away from other "White" foods, (i.e. rice, white potatoes, 'white flour noodles', etc.) it will actually help eliminate the thin layer of fat that your body keeps in front of your abdominal muscles. Advantage? Healthier carbohydrate foods = weight loss = easier hucking = defined muscles = WAY more poontang. Best of both worlds if you ask me.
Jan 10 2010 7:00AM
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nickyp
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Slow release is what's up.
Jan 10 2010 8:52AM
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Steeze-On-Toast
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Sounds like a Win-Win situation eh.

Sorry if this has been said before, but invest in a good spine plate if you're trying big stuff, you gotta keep your spine safe, nobody likes back problems
Jan 10 2010 9:06AM
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Juice.Doctor
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the same applies to boots. if you put them on in the cold, the cold in the boot just seems to multiply
Jan 10 2010 9:42AM
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Mavrck
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nahh put the boot on. Bang your heel to slide it back into the heel cup and then buckle the second buckle from the bottom. This will slide your heel back into the heel cup. Then continue buckling the rest of your bbuckles
Jan 10 2010 10:57AM
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Tross
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For my threads.

Great stuff in here!
Jan 10 2010 11:32AM
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Rudy.
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oh yeah. on cold days wear mittens.
they will make your day better. and if you wear a bandana, put something under it like a neckwarmer or one of those goofy things with a nosehole and mouthholes( they look ridiculous but they are super warm). if you don't know what im talking about heres a link to a picture of one.

http://www.stylesicons.com/stylesicons/NECK_FACE_WARMER/NECK_FACE_WARMER_g.jpg 
Jan 10 2010 11:40AM
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GotamaBCshredder
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Proteins most usefulness is in rebuilding your muscles after using them alot, 90% of this is done within 30 minutes of finishing whatever you are doing.

Really big skiis make you go faster and make cushy cliff landings.

When you go to the ski hill put your ski socks on right before your boots, alot of times your feet sweat in the car and that makes them get cold much easier.

If your gunna go BC and hit cliffs and jumps, dont use camel packs when you land on them and they blow up you will hate your life. 


Jan 10 2010 2:15PM
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Apresbang
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I did this, massive pain in the tits!
Jan 10 2010 3:04PM
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*saevioVITA*
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+K this is a great thread that can benefeit everyone, keep the advice coming!!!

Jan 10 2010 3:24PM
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SmokeyTheBear
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what?
Jan 10 2010 3:40PM
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factory81
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alcohol lowers your core temperature but increases temps in your extremities like your fingers and toes.

mythbusters did a show on this.
Jan 10 2010 3:43PM
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I_Am_Mod
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multi purpose
Jan 10 2010 3:45PM
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