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Taking up skiing
I moved to Orange County a couple of years ago from the midwest and
some coworkers talked me into trying snowboarding. This year I want to try skiing. Does anyone have any recommendations about how to start out? |
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On Mon, 19 Sep 2011 23:00:38 -0700 (PDT), wrote
this crap: I moved to Orange County a couple of years ago from the midwest and some coworkers talked me into trying snowboarding. This year I want to try skiing. Does anyone have any recommendations about how to start out? First step. Burn the snowboard. Vote for Romney. Repeal the nightmares. |
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VtSkier wrote:
On 09/20/2011 02:39 AM, Alan Baker wrote: In article , wrote: I moved to Orange County a couple of years ago from the midwest and some coworkers talked me into trying snowboarding. This year I want to try skiing. Does anyone have any recommendations about how to start out? I'm glad somebody asked the question because it gives me the chance to give some advice. Some actually that most people won't disagree with. VtSkier Yes those old guys know what there are talking about. I would add on rental down here on LI NY metro northern NJ area there are seasonal rentals where you get fitted with new equipment. The biggest issue with rentals is boot fitting. Going to a place like Thunder Ridge off rt 22 which is near you the choices of rental places are limited and many small ski areas do not have the manufacturers support that okemo or killington have. One thing about a small place getting stuck on the lift for ten minutes with the wrong clothing is bad, getting stuck near the top of mount snow for ten minutes with the wrong clothing for the weather will leave you pretty hurting. Much like ice skates improper fitting of boots can hurt you or make your day so unpleasant that you never want to do it again. Take lessons from certified ski instructors not your friends, if skiing solo go on mountain tours with others in groups. If you are in to speed and racing check out NASTAR The most important thing about skiing is to do it, get on the slopes and carve some turns. next have fun |
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On Sep 20, 12:00*am, wrote:
What they said. A lesson is most likely crucial for the first time. Not only will you learn some skills but hopefully some terminology and etiquette too. I'd suggest a full price group lesson for the first time. You don't need a private lesson but you don't want one of those $1 introductory deals that are just a pain in the ass to everyone involved and you'll get what you pay for. Same goes for rentals. Don't go to the cheapest shop and get some input and assistance while fitting your gear. Take your time. Leave yourself time to accomplish this on the day you go. Have fun. |
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On 9/19/11 11:00 PM, wrote:
I moved to Orange County... Which Orange County? |
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On Sep 20, 8:20*am, lal_truckee wrote:
On 9/19/11 11:00 PM, wrote: I moved to Orange County... Which Orange County? California |
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