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Twin tip talk

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alexevr10976
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I bought twin tips and I was just wondering if anyone had any idea about what is the best way to get used to them considering I have skied with regular skis in parks for about 2 years. I mostly do park skiing but I also do downhill. I would really appreciate any advice about any way to get used to twin tips. I also got a bigger size and they are much heavier because my last skis were to small, so if you have any advice about skiing with heavier skis feel free to tell me.

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alexevr1097

Dec 16 2009 7:42PM
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Spinoza
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bounce around on them and do little jumps.
and definitely practice skiing switch
Dec 16 2009 7:45PM
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alexevr10976
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thank you
Dec 16 2009 8:01PM
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JahJahBinks
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I was skiing on rentals for the past 2 years man. Now im on center mounted Invaders. Can't tell the difference that much. You'll get used to them before you know it.
Dec 16 2009 8:09PM
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alexevr10976
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C-Benim thats exactly what I did. I had regular rentals for 2 years mostly park skiing and now i got line invaders to.
Dec 16 2009 8:20PM
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T_orageskiier
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invaders are a extremly light ski you will get use to the extra weight in no time. With the longer and center mount part the first day it will just feel like you have alot of tail but you get use to that quick. Before you hit the park up just go ski the mountain for a while. Play around and get use to the ski, that will help you more then going directly to the park.
Dec 16 2009 9:14PM
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KennyC
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this. skiing park on a new ski for me is so wierd. i would definately do groomers first and get used to the ski. pop a couple 180s on flats too it always helps me for when i go into the park.
Dec 16 2009 9:21PM
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pjbauer
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yeah thats really all there is to it.. you will get used to them right away
Dec 16 2009 9:26PM
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