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oldworld_newlife
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how bad of an idea is it to get just a little drunk, drunk enough to get confidence but not so drunk that you lose motor skills, when trying to learn a trick that spooks me
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Nov 27 2014 11:18PM
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edai
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Not a bad idea at all dude. It reduces the chance of injury as well by relaxing your muscles.
Nov 27 2014 11:24PM
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PattyAlpaugh
Posts: 213 - Karma: 1,369
probably not the best idea
Nov 27 2014 11:25PM
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mike_e
Posts: 2419 - Karma: 3,066
is there any other way to sack up? i think not.
Nov 27 2014 11:31PM
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Abu_Hajaar
Posts: 2751 - Karma: 3,907
quit being a big ole bitcharoo
Nov 27 2014 11:33PM
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FroesenSkeeze
Posts: 638 - Karma: 673
Drinking keeps you warm too.
Nov 27 2014 11:41PM
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ModMommy
Posts: 10831 - Karma: 57,381
I've done this a few times. Gets me confident enough to try and hit things I wouldn't normally hit.

But sometimes it leaves me laying on the ground crying because I cant denver how to get up, and thinking I'll never walk again.
Nov 28 2014 12:12AM
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TheButterHashira
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You shouldn't soberly premeditate what trick you're gonna try once your drunk. I have gotten drunk and tried things, but it was just like I drank before a contest and then in the heat of the moment tried some crazy shit, but nothing like some crazy new flip I've never done.
Nov 28 2014 12:16AM
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Hoppa
Posts: 92 - Karma: 405
Dustin Dollin
Nov 28 2014 2:21AM
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Hoppa
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http://youtu.be/RCTKqLkl_YM
Nov 28 2014 2:25AM
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emilell3
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this idea isnt that great, but it depends on the trick you wanna learn
Nov 28 2014 7:40AM
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johnnyBuz
Posts: 1438 - Karma: 1,270
i bring a flask with me every time i ski. can't remember a single time over the last 2-3 years i haven't been 5 shots deep.
Nov 28 2014 8:27AM
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Bogs
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Depends on how much of a buzz we're talking. At a certain point, if you learn something while intoxicated, there's a chance you won't be able to do it sober. I don't know how it works exactly, but I do know that if you learn something intoxicated in some way, you're brain will be able to do it again when drunk, but you may not be able to when sober. I know that if, for example, you study for a test drunk, chances are you won't really have the knowledge when sober, but you would remember it if you got drunk again, so I'm assuming it would work similarly with learning tricks skiing. Strange the way our brains work.
Nov 28 2014 11:21AM
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Blunttip360
Posts: 994 - Karma: 105
I always get hurt when im too boozed up... but 4bi9 promotes the idea. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3tuZNGFl6J8
Nov 28 2014 11:28AM
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FrostyMN.
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Maybe try turning on some sick jams and huck it? That's always worked for me instead of using liquid courage.
Nov 28 2014 11:42AM
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TurquoiseGrizzly
Posts: 1819 - Karma: 13,149
Here is the recipe you might be looking for:

- 1 bottle of whiskey, a case of brewskis, and fresh lettuce picked from the Devils garden.

- Get your crew, get your skis, get your car, carpool your ass up for night skiing.

- SKI

Some of my most memorable and funnest nights I've had consisted with this specific remedy and has never steered me wrong.
Nov 28 2014 12:38PM
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seanahue.
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WattsDepends on how much of a buzz we're talking. At a certain point, if you learn something while intoxicated, there's a chance you won't be able to do it sober. I don't know how it works exactly, but I do know that if you learn something intoxicated in some way, you're brain will be able to do it again when drunk, but you may not be able to when sober. I know that if, for example, you study for a test drunk, chances are you won't really have the knowledge when sober, but you would remember it if you got drunk again, so I'm assuming it would work similarly with learning tricks skiing. Strange the way our brains work.


state-dependent memory, or state-dependent learning.

http://www.intropsych.com/ch06_memory/state-dependent_memory.html

actually did a psych study on this in college. got wasted in the name of science. it was awesome.
Nov 28 2014 1:41PM
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powerbong2000
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I have learned about 1/2 the tricks I can do half cocked.
Nov 28 2014 1:44PM
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Bogs
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seanahue.state-dependent memory, or state-dependent learning.

http://www.intropsych.com/ch06_memory/state-dependent_memory.html

actually did a psych study on this in college. got wasted in the name of science. it was awesome.


Exactly! Forgot what it was called, but knew it was a thing. Thanks for the added info, pretty interesting stuff.
Nov 28 2014 2:14PM
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MWG
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free falling by tom p, good pump up tunes
Nov 28 2014 2:38PM
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oldworld_newlife
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its mainly for trying bigger jumps
Nov 28 2014 4:42PM
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theabortionator
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Of course it's a good idea. I always used to mix energy drinks and vodka when judging back in the day. Never did I ever do anything stupid or sketchy on my snowboard or feet afterwards.


I'm pretty sure it makes you bullet proof.

Like you can go full speed through the glades and some how your body just knows how to move around them. IF you blast tupac while doing tight trees or moguls you become a fucking legend.

Bode Miller had only skied a few times before he went to a happy hour at a bar at a ski hill while visiting friends. HE ended up renting a pair of skis and then this happened.




Weed makes you lazy. Booze makes you a champion.
Nov 28 2014 4:50PM
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Uncle.tito
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WattsDepends on how much of a buzz we're talking. At a certain point, if you learn something while intoxicated, there's a chance you won't be able to do it sober. I don't know how it works exactly, but I do know that if you learn something intoxicated in some way, you're brain will be able to do it again when drunk, but you may not be able to when sober. I know that if, for example, you study for a test drunk, chances are you won't really have the knowledge when sober, but you would remember it if you got drunk again, so I'm assuming it would work similarly with learning tricks skiing. Strange the way our brains work.


Well I mean the plus side to this is if you come an alcoholic you'll have the trick for good
Nov 28 2014 5:05PM
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Bucklay
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Hucking it on big jumps calls for some booze

Spinning your ass back to the future onto the 1/2 inch tube rail calls for a little bit of ganj
Nov 28 2014 5:42PM
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whackhouse
Posts: 736 - Karma: 939
"Just flow with the liquor Richard" IF you get drunk enough, your style will go back to 2009 and you'll just slump to the ground with your head at a 90 degree angle whenever you land a trick.
Nov 28 2014 5:57PM
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mulz
Posts: 155 - Karma: 223
Where is the, "Yes" option in this poll. Disappointed in you OP.
Nov 28 2014 6:40PM
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bighomieflock
Posts: 2040 - Karma: 2,445
I love skiing with a few shots or brews. It doesn't affect your motor skills enough to be detrimental and takes away unnecessary fear that usually holds you back.

Skiing sober is basically just as fun though, I just tend to overthink things a little more.
Nov 28 2014 7:54PM
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epapageorges
Posts: 188 - Karma: 163
http://instagram.com/p/pJ7qqqvSSq/?modal=true this happened after some chron and a little too much grey goose haha... I did basically die trying to misty seven that same feature next hit tho so maybe not the best idea
Nov 28 2014 9:02PM
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kung_powpow
Posts: 1990 - Karma: 3,671
drinking is fun. skiing is fun. weed is fun. So together you're having the funnest
Nov 30 2014 10:10PM
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Elg
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I dropped a 20-30ft cliff after a few too many beers once. My muscles were all loose and relaxed and the fall didn't hurt at all!
Dec 1 2014 11:34AM
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304NordMan
Posts: 2983 - Karma: 525
I love having a flask of whiskey when skiing at night. I'm surprised by the lack of support for bud though! I ski stronger, faster, and love the way my vision of the downhill terrain becomes more clear and creative after a toke on the lift. Ganja has definitely accounted for lots of my progression and growth as a skier.
Dec 1 2014 11:59AM
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KravtZ
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I ski drunk all the time. Have skied with a slight buzz all the way to full out wasted. Obviously the more drunk you are you lose some balance, etc. But for me at least getting a nice buzz gives me so much confidence to throw down and rip around the mountain.
Dec 1 2014 12:45PM
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erica
Posts: 3450 - Karma: 24,088
ski drunk?

Yes
Dec 1 2014 12:49PM
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skihippie43
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Honestly ive tried drinking and skiing and it didnt turn out well. Dont get me wrong it was a great time, but i couldnt slide a rail for shit nevermind hitting a jump. maybe i was just too drunk tho.
Dec 1 2014 1:00PM
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Stadtski
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ImmasI cant denver how to get up


wat
Dec 1 2014 1:10PM
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ModMommy
Posts: 10831 - Karma: 57,381
Rosa_Parkwat


I butchered the word remember so bad my autocorrect went with denver...
Dec 1 2014 4:28PM
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BigPurpleSkiSuit
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edaiNot a bad idea at all dude. It reduces the chance of injury as well by relaxing your muscles.

I feel like this must be true to some degree based on some falls I've taken this year.
Mar 19 2021 5:20PM
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theabortionator
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BigPurpleSkiSuitI feel like this must be true to some degree based on some falls I've taken this year.


It can work in a car crash but it also ups your likehood to be in a car crash if you're driving.

Maybe it relaxes your muscles but your not going to be as on point and you're more likely to do something stupid.

I drink when I ride but I just like to keep a casual buzz. It isn't to ride better or learn. Also have seen too many people get too sloppy to even ride many times.

Maybe you try something you wouldnt have and it works but I think it balances out at best and is no where near a hack the way mushrooms or even weed might be.
Mar 19 2021 5:50PM
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BradFiAusNzCoCa
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I learned some of my best stuff while drinking in the park. Just gotta make sure you don’t go over the line or else skills go downhill.

Now I ski sober 99.9% of the time. It’s a totally different headgame. Just try getting a buzz in the park and see how it works for you. I wouldn’t be able to be high in the park.
Mar 20 2021 6:14AM
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b0ss
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Women are more effectuve motivators than alcohol, 69
Mar 22 2021 9:25AM
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Brule.
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Usually whenever I smoke I premeditate what to do when I’m in the moment. Usually feels way steezier after doing what I think in the moment.
Mar 22 2021 10:11AM
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apapel20
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I am in awe of your ingenuity
seanahue.state-dependent memory, or state-dependent learning.

http://www.intropsych.com/ch06_memory/state-dependent_memory.html

actually did a psych study on this in college. got wasted in the name of science. it was awesome.
Mar 22 2021 2:02PM
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