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Why do you post in ski gabber?

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.otto.
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I run into so many people on the slopes that love park skiing just as much as me and know of NS, but would never get involved in a forum. I guess im curious what makes people come here and be somewhat active, vs why other people who also love the ski seen don't bother.
Feb 7 2018 1:19PM
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TRVP_ANGEL
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I think half of the active members can't even 360
Feb 7 2018 1:24PM
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SofaKingSick
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cause i'm the best poster on this website
Feb 7 2018 1:24PM
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The.Fish
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I can usually get the industry news the fastest on here so I don't have to follow 500 ski pages on instagram. I also just like forum websites in general for discussion.
Feb 7 2018 1:25PM
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SofaKingSick
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SofaKingSickcause i'm the best poster on this website


oh and i work an office job where i can get away with NSing on my phone a few minutes at a time
Feb 7 2018 1:25PM
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DirtYStylE
Posts: 3652 - Karma: 8,888
SofaKingSickoh and i work an office job where i can get away with NSing on my phone a few minutes at a time


This.
Feb 7 2018 1:47PM
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Non_State_Actor
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Research, sharing information, networking.
Feb 7 2018 2:11PM
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andrewsmart
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I’m a big fan of Reddit, and this is basically a better r/skiing
Feb 7 2018 2:25PM
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sourcrouter
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I'll be there soon just got into skiing a couple years ago. Where I'm from there wasn't snow.



TRVP_ANGELI think half of the active members can't even 360
Feb 7 2018 3:04PM
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TRVP_ANGEL
Posts: 12506 - Karma: 116,112
andrewsmartI’m a big fan of Reddit, and this is basically a better r/skiing


You have been banned from /r/skiing
Feb 7 2018 3:15PM
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eheath
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Because I've been doing it since I was like 13 haha
Feb 7 2018 3:27PM
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WoFIowz
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I would bet a good amount of people start accounts here to ask a question about new skis, other gear, how to do tricks, etc. and end up staying and posting more. I've been directed here from Google more than a few times to read threads, but the classic "which ski should I get" is why I made an account. Seeing tons of these threads everyday, I would like to apologize for creating one of the thousands of them. I also had a forum account on EpicSki, but they shut the forum down last spring. Hence another reason I'm here. The TGR forum looks too prehistoric compared to NS- also another reason I chose this.

It is a great way to talk about skiing and read stuff during the off-season when you're bored and yearning to ski, even though it's 6 months away. It also is a nice way to waste time at work.

Skiing is an addiction, so when you're not skiing, this forum serves as a nice way to partially fill that void.
Feb 7 2018 3:27PM
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RousedWits
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I think we are all addicted to skiing... When you cant be in the mountains you gotta get your fix somehow...
Feb 7 2018 4:26PM
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Session
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TRVP_ANGELI think half of the active members can't even 360


It's ok, the other half probably can't find the front of their boots, and make a proper turn using their edges.
Feb 7 2018 4:30PM
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coolflash8
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andrewsmartI’m a big fan of Reddit, and this is basically a better r/skiing


Feb 7 2018 5:55PM
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ucberzerkeley
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People have different reasons. I spend more time when I'm buying or selling gear. for some I'm sure it's their compulsive dopamine fix a la insta. Some enjoy forums others enjoy armchair skiing. Even others enjoying discussing the technical side of skiing - that's awesome too.

What I don't get is judgment by one camp against another 🤨
Feb 7 2018 6:43PM
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eheeth
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Bc I'm too pov to go skiing in summer..
Feb 7 2018 7:52PM
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-arc-
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SessionIt's ok, the other half probably can't find the front of their boots, and make a proper turn using their edges.


*Bless Up*
Feb 8 2018 2:03AM
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BigPurpleSkiSuit
Posts: 9344 - Karma: 68,226
The alternative sports board of 4chan got completely overrun by WWE wrestlefags about a year ago. It was so comfy too, and I guess I'm looking for that vibe again. So far, not finding it, sense of humor is completely different here.
Feb 8 2018 2:56AM
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ucberzerkeley
Posts: 135 - Karma: 204
How would you describe it there
Feb 8 2018 11:33AM
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eggsauce
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no idea
Feb 8 2018 11:52AM
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JVesque
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eheathBecause I've been doing it since I was like 13 haha


samee
Feb 8 2018 12:04PM
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chicknfriedsteak
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TRVP_ANGELI think half of the active members can't even 360


This actually isn't true unless everyone on here is a liar. I made a survey about a year ago asking people on here what tricks they could do and the results were pretty surprising. I'll get those posted up here one of these days
Feb 8 2018 12:06PM
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BigPurpleSkiSuit
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ucberzerkeleyHow would you describe it there


No upvotes and downvotes make a big difference. It's very easy to click the dislike button, it's much more meaningful to write a coherent post about what you like or don't like about something. Anonymity makes a big difference too, just a better, less pretentious atmosphere. Let's be real here, you guys might not like to hear it, but skiing can be pretty pretentious. Just something I'm a little more used to I suppose.
Feb 8 2018 12:09PM
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Crust_Station
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Cuz all my friends are working and im riding up the gondi at my local with some joeys I dont want to engage with
Feb 8 2018 12:21PM
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obi_juan
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I for sure spend a lot more time reading then posting. I feel like its been a great way for me to learn more about the sport I wish I had started sooner in my life. I didn't get into freestyle until kind of late and I'm disappointed in myself. I get on the forums to stay current but also use them to find some sick history.
Feb 8 2018 3:56PM
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reeski
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I got my first real powder day of the year yesterday at Killington and im so addicted to skiinng right now its scary
RousedWitsI think we are all addicted to skiing... When you cant be in the mountains you gotta get your fix somehow...
Feb 8 2018 4:01PM
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RousedWits
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reeskiI got my first real powder day of the year yesterday at Killington and im so addicted to skiinng right now its scary


I feel you there! Its that white powder man... Always gets you REAL high.
Feb 8 2018 4:15PM
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GSR
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Killing time for the next Gucciman7 edit
Feb 8 2018 8:18PM
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DirtYStylE
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IsitWinterYet17The TGR forum looks too prehistoric compared to NS- also another reason I chose this.


This website is as fresh as the day I joined. Black and white is never going out of style.
Jul 16 2018 6:05PM
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TRVP_ANGEL
Posts: 12506 - Karma: 116,112
andrewsmartI’m a big fan of Reddit, and this is basically a better r/skiing


https://www.reddit.com/r/skiing/comments/8z5ffq/missing_winter_killington_powder_day_in_the_woods/
Jul 16 2018 7:50PM
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BigPurpleSkiSuit
Posts: 9344 - Karma: 68,226
TRVP_ANGELhttps://www.reddit.com/r/skiing/comments/8z5ffq/missing_winter_killington_powder_day_in_the_woods/



Jul 16 2018 8:26PM
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SofaKingSick
Posts: 9283 - Karma: 60,907
TRVP_ANGELhttps://www.reddit.com/r/skiing/comments/8z5ffq/missing_winter_killington_powder_day_in_the_woods/


I was totally going to get on your case about being a dick to gapers but 10 seconds in I was already thinking holy fuck learn to ski, fucksack
Jul 16 2018 8:58PM
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LukeTheWaffle
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SofaKingSickoh and i work an office job where i can get away with NSing on my phone a few minutes at a time

I just do it in German class
Jul 16 2018 9:07PM
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JoeF2661
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TRVP_ANGELhttps://www.reddit.com/r/skiing/comments/8z5ffq/missing_winter_killington_powder_day_in_the_woods/


I ski better drunk.
Jul 16 2018 9:21PM
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GKS
Posts: 372 - Karma: 2,940
i come on here instead of r/skiing because every time i go on Reddit i end up watching porn
Jul 16 2018 11:11PM
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arnie_grape
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so that I can ask for trick advice that I won't actually use and talk shit about the people funding our industry
Jul 16 2018 11:44PM
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BigPurpleSkiSuit
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I cant be the only one who skis better drunk anyway?
JoeF2661I ski better drunk.
Jul 17 2018 2:35PM
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SofaKingSick
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JoeF2661I ski better drunk.


BigPurpleSkiSuitI cant be the only one who skis better drunk anyway?


beers are straight up PEDs in skiing haha
Jul 17 2018 2:59PM
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GayWolf420
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Better community despite the amount of members. You gotta remember that reddit has like millions of users from all over the globe so it makes sense that theres more traffic, even for the not-as-popular subs.

r/skiing is alright but sometimes you want to put your head through a wall over there. Its not perfect but its also annoying having it be this constant circle jerk of "no bad thoughts! no posts disagreeing with anyone, everyone needs to get along!". Like you'll get banned if you say you don't like some goobers terrible POV edit or something. Its totally wack, and its a constant thing all over that website.

There was one thread I remember of some really rad POV edit at snowbird of some dude hammering and one of the top comments was "pretty cool but does he need to ski like that around people?". Go fuck yourself with thoughts like that, lol.
Jul 17 2018 3:26PM
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DirtYStylE
Posts: 3652 - Karma: 8,888
TRVP_ANGELhttps://www.reddit.com/r/skiing/comments/8z5ffq/missing_winter_killington_powder_day_in_the_woods/

"I used to think people were crazy for wanting to ski through the trees when there is perfectly groomed snow available. Now, it's all I want to do!"
DeebieSkeebiesr/skiing is alright but sometimes you want to put your head through a wall over there.
Jul 17 2018 4:41PM
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Rparr
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BigPurpleSkiSuitNo upvotes and downvotes make a big difference. It's very easy to click the dislike button, it's much more meaningful to write a coherent post about what you like or don't like about something. Anonymity makes a big difference too, just a better, less pretentious atmosphere. Let's be real here, you guys might not like to hear it, but skiing can be pretty pretentious. Just something I'm a little more used to I suppose.


The up/down vote functionality was actually removed for a period of time under the exact premise that you described. Sadly, it didn't work. People are too lazy to write out coherent responses. the voting was eventually added back after many many requests. I'm with you on this one though
Jul 17 2018 4:49PM
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mattybaums
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Because if you post ok newschoolers you automatically become more core
Jul 17 2018 5:09PM
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zues
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i used to be obsessed with skiing and now that i'm old and no longer in highschool i don't get to go nearly as much as i used to. I live vicariously through you guys.
Jul 17 2018 5:10PM
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Sharkie14
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andrewsmartI’m a big fan of Reddit, and this is basically a better r/skiing


This is exactly how I briefly explain NS to people^
May 1 2019 1:29PM
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Young_patty
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I like skiing and I like shit-talking
May 1 2019 1:39PM
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theabortionator
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I came for the cults, I stayed to drink and troll the fuck out of the forums, next thing I know I was attached to this place.

I feel like it's just nice to see skiing/talk skiing. If I walk up to a random stranger somewhere outside of the ski towns they'd prolly be like "Yo, what the fuck is a train park? Sounds dumb". I'm pretty obsessed with the ski industry and terrain parks, so this place isn't too bad.

Also if you've been a part of a place for long enough, sometimes you just can't leave. NS can hurt my feelings, break my heart, but I'll always keep crawling back. It's all I know and I guess it's all I deserve.
May 1 2019 1:45PM
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oldmanski
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It gives us skiing addicts something to do while we are not out in the snow. I am hurt at the moment and cant ride so this allows me to feel like I am still involved with this great skiing community. I dig reading through the comments for advice and to see what is going on around the world and it is much better than Facebook.
May 1 2019 1:49PM
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skiguy04
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Grindy_McSliderKilling time for the next Gucciman7 edit

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May 1 2019 5:17PM
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SendyMcSendyface
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BigPurpleSkiSuitThe alternative sports board of 4chan got completely overrun by WWE wrestlefags about a year ago. It was so comfy too, and I guess I'm looking for that vibe again. So far, not finding it, sense of humor is completely different here.


Yeah, 4chan is pretty shit for skiing other than the occasional skiing thread on /out/, but even that thread feels more reddit than reddit itself

ucberzerkeleyHow would you describe it there


The one skiing thread is ok, everything else is ok. Its really just le edgy 12 year olds who larp as racists, a few legit racists, and a few cynical old dudes.

**This post was edited on May 1st 2019 at 8:55:03pm
May 1 2019 8:46PM
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SendyMcSendyface
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TRVP_ANGELhttps://www.reddit.com/r/skiing/comments/8z5ffq/missing_winter_killington_powder_day_in_the_woods/


Excuse me what the fuck? Reddit is pretty shit though. Way too much groupthink.
May 1 2019 8:47PM
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