Skiing?

February 2, 2009 by admin · 7 Comments
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skiing
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I’m off to Austria later this year, skiing for the first EVER time.

Should i practise on a dry slope before i go?
Or is it not the same?

Any tips to stop me breaking both my legs?

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7 Responses to “Skiing?”
  1. Juliette says:
    February 5, 2009 at 6:48 am

    I don’t think practising on a dry slope will help much as sensations won’t be the same. Best thing I’ll say is as you arrive there practice the basics on a flat slop or childrens’ slope as they’re easier and even if you fall you won’t break your legs. By basics I mean: be sure you know how to stop (both snow plough and parrallel stop) and the the most important I guess, make sure you manage on the ski-tow!!! Can be tricky sometimes and very useful indeed. Also one final note will be: don’t think you’re a pro after 2 or 3 rides as it takes time to really control your skis and think others around you migth also be beginners. Hope this helps ;-)

  2. moodyGlen says:
    February 7, 2009 at 12:45 am

    i have only been on one proper ski-ing holiday. prior to that i had only done dry slope ski-ing many years before that, long before the likes of the ski-domes with the artificial snow were available. i have to say having now been on the real stuff, that the dry slope ski-ing offered little help, other than trying to keep your balance. that in itself i guess was fairly worth while, but other than that i found very little in common between dry slope and real ski-ing. infact i think you are more likely to do yourself damage on a dry slope!
    my wife has now been on quite a few ski-ing holidays and often practices at the ski domes (with the artificial snow) and swears by them, as do a lot of my friends. they offer an experience as close to real ski-ing that you will find in this country. if that is possible, find one of these ski-domes near to you. i know there is one in tamworth, and manchester is getting one very soon (close to the trafford centre). i think there is one in leeds too, but i’m sure there are many, many more throughout the country.
    as for breaking both your legs – that is highly unlikely. the only time i have seen any serious accidents ski-ing is when people take stupid risks. if you stick to the normal ski runs you will fall over plenty of times but get up un-scathed! it’s actually good fun falling over in the snow and all part of it. have fun, and don’t be frightened about falling over.
    get some proper ski lessons when you get there and you will enjoy yourself immensely i’m sure. we had lessons for a few hours in the morning. then had lunch (and a little drink!) then off on our own on some of the more steady runs. enjoy the scenery and have a great time

  3. ben says:
    February 7, 2009 at 4:59 pm

    Practising on a dry slope will help you enjoy the holiday more but is certainly not essential. There are a few ‘real’ snow slopes in England now, these are at Milton Keynes, Tamworth, Castleford and soon Manchester. Snow is easier to start on and less painful to fall on than artificial slopes, so I’d reccomend going to one of these ski centres if it’s possible for you.

    As for injuries, modern equipment is very good and your ski technician will take your ability into account when setting up your skis’ bindings so that you pop out of them for all but the lowest speed falls. There is nothing you can do to stop the potential for all injuries, but then again if there wasn’t a slight risk to it then it wouldn’t be so much fun!

  4. Jaydee says:
    February 8, 2009 at 3:41 pm

    Hey i have been skiing since i was four years old
    i have also been to ski slopes before
    if you ask me i would not bother to go to one of them
    it is different in comparison to the real thing plus if your a first time skier it is hard to use button lifts

    i would not bother

    also lol try and listen to who ever is telling you how to ski
    you will learn how to do snowplow this helps you to stop.
    if you ever panic and want to stop do this and avoid falling off the mountain lol
    you will enjoy it p.s
    if you ache all over after your first day
    get used to it lol it hurts also in the boots
    just have some small breaks and get some hot chocolate on the mountain its brilliant lol
    best wishes and have fun
    Jaydee x

  5. penguin27 says:
    February 10, 2009 at 1:36 am

    Dont fret. Ive been skiing sice i was three, and compete when i can, im pretty good for my age!! Make a triangle with ur skies at all times for rite now. Poles will only get in ur way. Always stay in control. dont go too fast. when u fall down (U WILL) first u must get in a position where both of ur skies are parallel. DONT POINT UR SKIES STRAIGHT DOWN!!!!! point ur skies at the side of the slope and get up. NEVER GO STRAIGHT DOWN THE HILL. Trust me, that will only get u Astian medical treatment.

    A few tips. Rollerblade a bit, it is a cousin somewhat to skiing. Ice skating is more of a cousin but it is harder to find. I hope that u try to practice.

    Also, make sure a person u no is ALWAYS behind u. Yard Sales are pretty common for begginers.

    HAVE FUN!!!

  6. Matt says:
    February 13, 2009 at 5:14 am

    Since its your first time to go skiing, remember this: Point the ends of your skis or the “toes” of the skis together. This will help you keep your speed low and it will help you stop. This will also keep you from going off of any big slopes that you’re not experienced enough to go down. Just keep them pointed like this: / \. As for a dry slope, it didn’t help me that much before the first time I went skiing.

  7. Northenlad says:
    February 14, 2009 at 12:29 pm

    You are far more likely to injure yourself on a Dry Ski Slope than on real snow, however it is excellent practice and makes snow seem far easier to ski on!

    As for breaking both your legs I recommend getting very drunk each night and then relaxing into all the falls!

    Enjoy it!

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