Replying to What is core

Hello steeze machines of Newschoolers. For a linguistic anthropology class project I am writing about this community, its influence on skiing culture, and the idea of being "core" within the context of skiing.

And so, as users of a forum which was created by diehard skiers for diehard skiers, what does it mean to be core to you?

And also,

Has Newschoolers played a role in your development as a skier? And how has Newschoolers changed since you first joined?

Any commentary on the current state of freestyle skiing and culture shifts you have noticed are welcome.

Thank you for any and all responses.

-Aidan