Hey /xs/, absolute tourist here, do you guys ever discuss skiing or have a skiing general? I see another thread on cross country, but I'm thinking more alpine or freestyle. Bit early in October, but I'm looking forward to this season, hoping I'm well enough to go.
>>245391>let my roomie borrow my skis>he trashes them in a rockfield and doesnt even apologize
>>245391skiing is cool
>>245391i plan to learn how to ski this season. im stoked on it, seems like something ill be able to do into old age. I've snowboard and skate. Hope i can pick skiing up relatively fast. I refuse to take lessons and give vail more money. Just going to watch youtube tutorials lol
>>246540>I refuse to take lessons and give vail more money.it's pretty easy to find independent ski areas that offer lessons that aren't owned by Vail / Alterraif you're in CO Loveland is still family owned and offers lessonsyou can probably pick up the basics pretty quickly though, it's not hard if you're moderately athletic. getting rental boots that fit correctly will be the most frustrating probably
>>246540Even just some basic ski lesson help you a surprising amount. I’m no pro, but I can do black runs comfortably (only really get to ski like one week a year) and every once in a while getting some solid instructions has made my experience so much nicer. Having someone there as you’re going really helps get you better intuition for your turns and where to hold your arms (surprisingly important)If you’re renting skis this year, I really like the Heads’ KORE skis are really fun intermediate skis. I’m not sure how beginner friendly they are though?Best of luck this season!
