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Mr.noodlecarve into it so you place yourself center on the rail. also don't forget to look at the end of it
k_tivnanThere is something that might help you out called pretzeling or scissoring. This is where you dip the rail of your downhill ski on the rail. This helps you lock on and stay much more balanced on the rail. I would definitely give it a try.
k_tivnanThere is something that might help you out called pretzeling or scissoring. This is where you dip the rail of your downhill ski on the rail. This helps you lock on and stay much more balanced on the rail. I would definitely give it a try.
JuncoFlocksQuestion: how do you not get the edge stuck on the rail while scissoring tho?
k_tivnanWhen you drop your tail you can turn your knee very very slightly in which will lift your downhill edge of the rail. Everyone scissors scissors/pretzels differently so it’s a bit trial and error. Scissoring actually reduces the chance of catching your edge because when done correctly you are more balanced on the rail.
**This post was edited on Feb 23rd 2020 at 4:56:03pm
**This post was edited on Feb 23rd 2020 at 4:56:24pm
ogreeneso ski up to the rail at an angle, a very very slight angle. as you begin skiing up the takeoff, carve just the tiniest bit so your body is moving in the direction of the rail. make sure to pop, that is key. once you are in the air, turn your skis to 90 degrees and aim to land with middle of your feet directly atop the rail. spread you feet apart maybe a little more than shoulder width and bend your knees as you land. continually look at end of the rail and use your arms to balance on the rail like a slackline.
Guesstimateits scary as hell but what helped me was more speed at first. it gives you more airtime so you can slow the movement down a lot and approach at a less aggressive angle.
