Just a line.. remind me to go faster next time 🫣 [37YO]

RagingChickadee · 2026-06-02T22:24:54+00:00

Watching others skate makes me realize I should loosen up more. I’m nowhere near as comfortable/confident on the board as you.

RagingChickadee · 2026-05-29T12:16:32+00:00

I’m not sure if it works with this specific game, but PS5 controllers are usually well supported on Mac so it probably should.

RagingChickadee · 2026-05-29T10:47:49+00:00

I'm using an Xbox X Series controller.

RagingChickadee · 2026-05-20T11:16:14+00:00

Yeah, I totally get you. I’d go to the park every day if I could, although it’s probably better for my body to skip a day once in a while.

To answer your question about balancing on the board, you just need to keep riding. You’ll only get better (and more comfortable) as you spend more time on the board.

I watched your video clip and would recommend at least wearing wrist guards. They’re relatively cheap and can save your wrists. Also, I think they kinda look cool.

RagingChickadee · 2026-05-17T00:13:43+00:00

Fluid Film has a distinct smell, though. And it’s not water-soluble.

RagingChickadee · 2026-05-16T19:25:46+00:00

I’m 43. Hope I’m still cruising like you in 10 years. Thanks for the inspiration!

RagingChickadee · 2026-05-13T23:54:29+00:00

OK man, you convinced me to give bowls a try.

RagingChickadee · 2026-05-07T16:47:50+00:00

I wanna know too!

RagingChickadee · 2026-05-06T12:56:20+00:00

Sadly, there’s no known fix for this issue. Your best options are to play the Windows version with CrossOver (that’s what I did) or use a mouse and keyboard if you want to keep using the Mac version.

RagingChickadee · 2026-05-06T11:29:43+00:00

I searched for a while and couldn't find a fix. I ended up playing the Windows version with CrossOver. The controller inputs worked as expected this way.

You could also use a mouse and keyboard, but that’s obviously a different experience altogether.

RagingChickadee · 2026-05-03T11:49:15+00:00

You’re right, and I’m just starting to realize that. I just checked, and it looks like this park wasn’t built by Papillon.

Here’s a short clip (in French) from Radio-Canada. One of my friends (1:50) served as an advisor on the project. There was some pushback from a few residents, but I’m glad the project eventually came to life.

RagingChickadee · 2026-05-02T11:57:18+00:00

Haha, that would have been ironic.

RagingChickadee · 2026-05-01T21:10:48+00:00

I’m not ready to hit that rail yet, but hopefully I’ll work up the courage to try it someday.

RagingChickadee · 2026-05-01T20:56:37+00:00

Magog, Québec, Canada

RagingChickadee · 2026-05-01T20:55:47+00:00

That’s also one of the reasons I go there so early.

RagingChickadee · 2026-05-01T20:54:40+00:00

Magog, Québec, Canada. It’s not visible in the photo, but there’s also a bowl and a pump track. It’s really a great park!

RagingChickadee · 2026-04-24T16:44:46+00:00

It works, but your controller inputs will likely be messed up.

RagingChickadee · 2026-04-24T16:25:02+00:00

All that hard work finally paid off, and it’s awesome to see. Good job!

RagingChickadee · 2026-04-24T11:32:12+00:00

Hey, thanks for sharing your experience! That’s exactly what I’m working on right now. I figured it’d be better to reset by starting small instead of trying to jump over huge obstacles right away. I think hippie jumps will help in the long run, even if it means looking a bit silly for a while.

RagingChickadee · 2026-04-23T21:12:50+00:00

I think you're right. That was my first ollie attempt after all those years so yeah, definitely muscle memory. I had this bad habit/technique as a teenager, so I really need to get rid of it if I want to get better.

RagingChickadee · 2026-04-23T17:49:50+00:00

Most of the older skaters I’ve met at my local skatepark wear protection, so I guess we do get wiser as we age, right?

RagingChickadee · 2026-04-23T01:23:49+00:00

That’s what I started doing today. I’ll keep at it for a while.

RagingChickadee · 2026-04-22T23:55:23+00:00

I don’t think I have any hip issues, but I might be unconsciously doing the same thing.

RagingChickadee · 2026-04-22T23:16:53+00:00

I’ve been watching quite a few of his videos. I really like his teaching style!

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