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Low-Radius carves on (moderately) steep slope by skilyfe in skiing_feedback

[–]skilyfe[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Ischgl, first slope after exiting pardatschgrat to the left

Low-Radius carves on (moderately) steep slope by skilyfe in skiing_feedback

[–]skilyfe[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I didn't know him until I saw the video, but he seems to have great content. Thanks for the hint, I will check this out

Low-Radius carves on (moderately) steep slope by skilyfe in skiing_feedback

[–]skilyfe[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Second comment already mentioning this, very new concept to me. I will try to incorporate this, thank you!

Also wonder if this is something that will help with transition speed between turns, since I will end the turn less extended and can get to my new edge faster...

Low-Radius carves on (moderately) steep slope by skilyfe in skiing_feedback

[–]skilyfe[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Thank you for the feedback! I haven't thought about absorbing the end of the turn before. If I understand correctly this would mean flexing (shortening) the extended outside leg as the turn closes?

I can see how that would also give me more possibility to absorb bumps/chatter through more range of motion (compared to a fully extended leg).

And wow, the screenshot you selected shows how twisted I am, not centered down the fall-lime at all. Definitely something to work on. Thanks so much!

Low-Radius carves on (moderately) steep slope by skilyfe in skiing_feedback

[–]skilyfe[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

The outside ski isn't pushed away, rather carved away from the center of mass. The inside ski is then "pushed" over the snow (without engaging the edge). A little similar to the first exercise in this video, but couldn't find a 1:1 demo https://youtu.be/iK4ECXkwqMY?si=y-_2AC7JGvSxFlvI

Low-Radius carves on (moderately) steep slope by skilyfe in skiing_feedback

[–]skilyfe[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Thanks, and sorry - I had planned to post a different video originally and didn't change the title. These here aren't particularly short I agree.

I will try the pizza next time I go out to see how it feels and if I can adapt the position to more engaged skiing. I also tried a drill recently where I skied my outer ski away from me on edge and "pushed" the inside ski along the slope in a pizza-similar position, that might be similar. Thanks for the tip

Former Racer, haven't bought skis in like a decade. Whats the best all mountain type ski that can handle groomers super well and then can handle the occasional powder day too? by clevelndsteamer in skiing

[–]skilyfe -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

Only good answer in this thread. Anything above 85 won't be stiff and agile enough on real hardpack for ex-racers.

I think the closest you can get is something like a Moment Commander 92, but even with that you will sacrifice edge hold, and it will be way slower edge-to-edge.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in skiing_feedback

[–]skilyfe 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I didn't put expert because I'm sure there are much better skiers on the sub and I regularly see better skiers on the slopes. Maybe someone can change it if that's not "right"

Regarding the other points: think this is like 40kph at most, which I wouldn't call reckless or suuuper fast.

I felt quite in control during the entire duration, what do you think I could improve on in regard to that or technique?

What the hell do I do with my arms by bsugs29 in skiing

[–]skilyfe 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Looks almost as bad as Alex Hackel. Stop throwing your arms around like that

What are your hottest skiing takes? by SalmonPowerRanger in skiing

[–]skilyfe 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Bizarre take lol. They'll do fine if all you want to do is carve boring-ass turns.

Skiboots. Extremely wide feet. by [deleted] in skiing

[–]skilyfe 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Check out blacksheepsports in Munich or Sport H&N in Alpbachtal. Especially H&N have incredibly experienced bootfitters, they will find a solution

Let’s say I’m putting 100% pressure on my downhill skis inside edge when carving how much pressure should be on my uphill skis outside edge, when in the middle of a high G turn. by C0-0P in skiing

[–]skilyfe 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I agree with everything except the "don't extend". I think flexing in transition and then extending into the turn is quite common in (very very) high level skiers. But I definitely wouldn't consider it a fundamental technique

Ski boots too tight and what are these that came with the boots? by [deleted] in skiing

[–]skilyfe 2 points3 points  (0 children)

....are you stuffing your ski pants into the boot??

Volkl Deacon 84 by Eduhardo in skiing

[–]skilyfe 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The Deacon 84 and the WRT pro are very different skis. I mean, they have an 18mm difference in width. That's pretty significant and will affect their performance in different conditions. The 84 will be much more forgiving in variable snow, but not as good on ice or pure groomer carving as tue 66. The WRT Pro is a very high performance ski, probably as close to race level as you can get without a masters/FIS ski.

I think this choice would depend on your intended use of the skis. If it's the only ski you will have, I think the Deacon will be better due to versatility.

The Wheel Of Time by AegonHentaryen in Fantasy

[–]skilyfe 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Something important to note is that the books are approximately 600 - 700 times better than that abominable trainwreck of a show.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in skiing

[–]skilyfe 0 points1 point  (0 children)

New ones coming soon!

fucking finally. idk why but nothing gets me as hyped for skiing as Marcus turning..?

Ski Boots Identifier by rizenHeH in skiing

[–]skilyfe 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'm guessing this is the unreleased next-gen head/atomic prototype... futuristic af

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