Messages posted by : Mike3000
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Hi all,
I'm looking for some advices about skis. I consider myself an upper intermediate skier i.e. I really enjoy fast reds and easier blacks. I can get down tough blacks without too much trouble but without much style. Last year I set off on my rented 165 skis (I'm 5'8" and weigh 13 stone ish)and felt that I couldn't control them properly, they didn't want to turn and seemed to "make" me ski very fast without feeling in control. I went back to the shop and told the guy there what I had found. He asked me if I was a beginner and that if not I should be ok. He was fine about it but puzzled and gave me some easier skis. I then went from being barely in control to quite a good skier and immediately did a 360 half way down a blue to celebrate. Unfortunately i can't remember what either of the skis were :( but i do know what I had the previous year which were Atomic Metron 7s http://www.ski-review.com/content/view/226/30/ and they were great for me as far as I can see. What I can't understand is what benefit I would get from more advanced skis? Maybe I'm not as good as I think I am but I'm really not a beginner. I've been down the Face at val D'Isere, the Tunnel at Alpe D'Huez and even the Tiger at Glenshee (Pablo will tell you about that one) I guess its something to do with my technique or lack of it but how will I know if the skis I'm using are too easy for my skiing level? Thanks in advance :-) |
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Looking good there Trencher :D
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We had hot chocolate most days in the restaurant bottom right corner. |
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Been there twice and I like it.
The skiing is great for intermediates, not so good for advanced skiers. Pistes never seem to get crowded even at school holiday time. Eating out is really good. It has a reputation for being a bit rowdy but I didn't feel it was and I'm not a fan of rowdy. Prices are much lower than most because of duty free status. The only downside for me is the scenery isn't stunning. Its nice but its not stunning. Some people complain about the transfer time (3 to 5 hours) but we hire a car and I always enjoy the trip. Wickers will be along soon. he loves the place |
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Obviously the correct answer revolves around getting proper instruction and planning where you ski but if you still end up in this position you need to deal with it.
Something I got my kids doing was to practise side slipping on your skis. Stand side on to the slope and moving your knees in and out alternate between letting the skis slip down a tiny amount and then digging the edges in to slow down/stop. This needs to be practised on easier slopes. Hope this makes sense |
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Great news. We should always remember how lucky we are.
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Oh no. Hadn't thought about when they start drinking....till now
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