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Tips for beginner in the park?

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allthegibsons
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Hey I've been skiing since I'm 5 years old but I'm getting into park skiing. I can do some rails and 360's but that;s it. Do you guys have any tips that might help when getting in the park for rails or jumps or grabs? Thanks!
Feb 2 2012 9:55PM
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Panda_with_Guns
Posts: 3040 - Karma: 1,620
shred with people better then you, it will push you
Feb 2 2012 10:02PM
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Ski_Alot
Posts: 5884 - Karma: 3,502
i once was a noob like you, but then i took an arrow to the knee, no actually i still am not the greatest park skier in the world but three things helped me along the way:

the noob training cult, it has helped me get the basics down and learn the early stuff

more technical descriptions with harder tricks

3. ALL OF US!
we're all friendly people here, i wouldnt have gotten where i am without the help of others, from getting tips from vets to just waching other kids
Feb 2 2012 10:03PM
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juicedrummer11
Posts: 1960 - Karma: 1,331
basically just go for it. seriously tho, commit 100% to everything you try and you will be surprised at how many things you will "land" (or ride away sketchy-like) the first try. such as a 540, pop and spin just a lil harder and lay it down switch. its all smooth sailin from there. and always take speed into everything. thats all you gotta do
Feb 2 2012 10:22PM
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loomis
Posts: 945 - Karma: 176
Watch video's get stoked, and you will be surprised at what you can do. Push it. Good luck
Feb 2 2012 10:31PM
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allthegibsons
Posts: 30 - Karma: 11
Ok thanks i'll try to commit 100% I'll tell you the results soon!
Feb 2 2012 10:49PM
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Itsbackfliptime
Posts: 18901 - Karma: 75
Agreed. I was usually the one with my friends doing the pushing. I never got too far...

The one time I skied with people that were a lot better than me I actually pulled off some stuff I didn't expect to.
Feb 2 2012 11:22PM
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WestWoods
Posts: 960 - Karma: 414
This, and also I believe really not being to serious is good, if you try too hard you will get frustrated, just have fun with it, and go big!
Feb 2 2012 11:30PM
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F.A.S.T.
Posts: 11 - Karma: 10
This is exactly what I was going to say. Just go for it. If you never try it, you'll never be able to to it!
Feb 3 2012 12:06AM
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Shlobby
Posts: 1665 - Karma: 303
this itll help you tremendously
Feb 3 2012 12:12AM
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MaryO
Posts: 2583 - Karma: 5,996
I know I'm older,by alot, but I've been learning some tricks in the park. I like to watch others approach and ride a feature several times before trying it myself. That helps me see the technique that works. Also getting tips from experienced riders on how to lean, where to transfer your weight etc.Once you decide to do a certain trick...go for it! Good luck:) 
Feb 3 2012 8:13AM
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GBS
Posts: 1386 - Karma: 33
This, also, never stop pushing yourself or trying. Some of my friends haven't progressed in years...
Feb 3 2012 8:18AM
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steezy.stew
Posts: 1137 - Karma: 568
Dont be a bitch!

lol just have fun
Feb 3 2012 8:23AM
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