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WillgumKind of a tough situation. I've spent alot of time on those types of mountains when I was younger and you can definitely progress pretty far by just lapping the runs all day and focusing on technique. But you'll definitely hit a plateau at some point, sounds like you're just about there.
I wouldn't worry about regressing in skill, that never happens as long as you get out there. For now I'd focus on just enjoying the mountain as much as possible, focus on technique, and try as much as you can to get up north again. Maybe your mountain has intermediate / advanced lessons? Those could help you nail form even if the mountain isn't great.
DrZoidbergBuy 10m turn radius slalom skis?
I mean I'm from new jersey and I'd probably do well bashing gates. Just build up some speed, lay down some turns and stay on edge, even if it's for the last 15 seconds of your 1 minute run. You're probably better off on longer blues than blacks since a black here is basically a straight steep section that lasts for all of 10 seconds. If you can get speed a longer blue should let you keep it.
J_SIf I were you I’d spend a lot of time working on skiing switch until you can carve down that run without an issue. Would be super fun and helpful for the park.
Rum_Hamstart racing? Theres a lot of hate on this forum for racers but all of the strongest skiers I know are former racers.
emilymarieI'm trying to get better at carving, but I feel like I need better runs to do it. The black at my home mountain is a super easy run that you can finish in literally 40 seconds, and isn't that steep at all past the first 50 feet. I went up north and did some better runs for 2 days last year at the beginning of the season, and I improved so much just in those 2 days bc I was on better hills, and I'm worried that I'm gonna go back to how I was this year, bc it looks like I won't be getting away from home at all. suggestions?
WillgumKind of a tough situation. I've spent alot of time on those types of mountains when I was younger and you can definitely progress pretty far by just lapping the runs all day and focusing on technique. But you'll definitely hit a plateau at some point, sounds like you're just about there.
I wouldn't worry about regressing in skill, that never happens as long as you get out there. For now I'd focus on just enjoying the mountain as much as possible, focus on technique, and try as much as you can to get up north again. Maybe your mountain has intermediate / advanced lessons? Those could help you nail form even if the mountain isn't great.
GryllzYea man, i really think it just depends on where you are at in life. Judging from your post I'm guessing your under 18 which means you likely have limited access to funds for moving, travelling etc.
If I were you I would just try and be as creative as you can be with what you have. Theres always a more challenging way to do something. Best of luck to you with more challenging terrain mah friend
lil.Boyecreativity is where it's at. i grew up skiing a mountain where i could do a little of everything. when i visited a small hill last year i noticed how differently the people there ski/snowboard. they try to be more creative and make something out of nothing. wish i could help you out, because i would get really bored riding a small hill like that every day, hope you'll figure it out
J_SIf I were you I’d spend a lot of time working on skiing switch until you can carve down that run without an issue. Would be super fun and helpful for the park.
zman420Do one ski
lil.Boyecreativity is where it's at. i grew up skiing a mountain where i could do a little of everything. when i visited a small hill last year i noticed how differently the people there ski/snowboard. they try to be more creative and make something out of nothing. wish i could help you out, because i would get really bored riding a small hill like that every day, hope you'll figure it out
-skian-My hill is tiny too, 11 runs (4 at night) and 330 vertical feet. I just focus on technique and change one thing at a time, they say you have to consciously do a certian movement every day for a month before it becomes subconscious. So think while you ski. Also we have a thursday night "Beer league" race where people just set up gates and we go to town. It's only timed like a quarter of the time.