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Starting out in the Park

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rocks860
Posts: 96 - Karma: 11

Posted this in another thread but its not really related to the OPs post in there so i figured id start a new thread. Ive been skiing for ~20 years so im pretty much capable of riding anything on the mountain but never really gotten into park at all. Im currently riding an old ass pair of rossi pow airs (im talkin like almost 10 years old) but im planning to get somethin new after this season (thinking maybe the armada arv's). What should i focus on starting out in the park? Any sorts of tricks i should be workin on as a park beginner? Thanks for any help

Mar 9 2012 3:52PM
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EmileF
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Try focusing first on doing straight airs and 180s, and sliding basic boxes and rails.
Mar 9 2012 5:20PM
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jibmeisterflex
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im guessing you would still ski all mountain correct?
so don"t get something too centered around park. and yeah work on straight airs on bigger jumps and 180s on small ones then try hucking a 360 on a small one (one small enough so you wont hurt yourself)
Mar 9 2012 5:26PM
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Buzz_Lightyear
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Yeah you're not going to want to get a ski that's designed only for park because they don't hold up well on more difficult trails. But as far as tricks go just stick to the basics: straight airs, 180s, maybe 360s if you feel up to it
Mar 9 2012 5:30PM
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roddy116
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what you feel comftorble with
Mar 9 2012 5:32PM
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rocks860
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yeah i wasnt planning on getting something park specific, thats why i was looking at the ARV. Im heading up to sugarbush next week for the week, anyone whos been there this season know if theres any smaller features/boxes there to learn on?
Mar 9 2012 6:29PM
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Justin.B
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Just make sure when you're mounting the bindings you mount them close to true center if you'll still be riding some mountain. Maybe like 1.5-2cm back
Mar 9 2012 9:45PM
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callmeteo
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1. change your username to something else.

2. have confidence. start basic and pop a few 180s; from there 360s-540s- whatever. If youre intrested on boxes straight on wider ones. Later attempt to grind them sideways with your skis 100% flat on the metal. If you edge at all your skis will slip from beneath you. after that try rails and shit.
Mar 9 2012 11:04PM
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Dr.Gonzo
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ski switch until your used to it (make sure you stagger your skis and open up your hips and shoulders) then work on boxes, get used to not being on snow, then hit jumps until you feel comfortable enough to start spinning. And just have fun, dont push yourself too much either.
Mar 9 2012 11:39PM
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Ski_Alot
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good luck man and remember we wont hate because we all started like this
Mar 10 2012 12:08AM
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crunkiest
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learn how to ski switch very well, this will help you with 180s. as someone above me said get used to not being on snow. with rails youll eventually try one and fail though youll learn alot and that will instill determination. and  also just dont get scared and huck a small 360.

also full tilts are key, you must wear saga and have your goggles under your helmet at all times

Mar 10 2012 12:30AM
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BaileyB
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Yes. Most key thing to look better.
Mar 10 2012 12:35AM
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Piste.Off
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Bunch of jabroni's in this thread. ARVs will be fine for you. I don't know anything about Sugarbush, but I do know that in every east coast park there will be 50+ NSer's flailing around. For rails, start small obviously, find a box or rail low to the ground with a small lip. Approach the rail with decent speed, legs shoulder width apart, rail in the middle of your legs. Work on popping, turning 90 degrees, and landing balanced on the box/rail. Bend your knees and always keep your weight on your front ski. You will slide off early/fall backwards a few times to start. Always look at the end of the rail, not at your feet. This will keep your weight forward, and your skis centered on the rail. Really just watch what the better kids do, and try to emulate them, ask for tips, whatever. You're obviously a competent skier, you'll be sliding rails in no time.
Mar 10 2012 1:42AM
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rocks860
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Thanks guys
Mar 10 2012 1:39PM
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Mr_Bump
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I'm sort of in OP's position too and this was the most useful thing I've ever read on NS, so thanks bro
Mar 10 2012 2:31PM
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*SNO*
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Have fun and dont be afraid to fall! its all part of progression!
Mar 10 2012 2:36PM
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