Whether
it’s your first time or not, there are things that may not be expected to happen on a ski vacation. Here
are a few:
Pizza
and Fries are not just 'ol American fast food
On
the slopes, pizza and French Fries are a skier's lingo for placement of the skis/their feet. "Pizza" is the position of pointing your toes and extending
your skis together, creating a wedge-shape. French fries, on the
other hand, are when you set your skis in a parallel position and they face straight ahead.
At most, both moves are a very foundation concept you need to practice in
order to become a better skier when hitting the slopes.
You’ll
meet younger and smaller skiers better than you
Ski
enthusiasts are getting younger and younger these days. There are many kids wanting
to learn the sport. Don't get intimidated by
kids doing tricks and turns on the slopes, it's okay. Instead, see them
as your inspiration to get better.
You’ll
fall if you lean back
It’s
one of the hardest aspects in learning to ski, especially if you’re
afraid of the high speeds while leaning forward. However the counteract of leaning back, will make you lose balance and fall. It's an inevitable fact that most have to experience firsthand before they can correct it.
Skiing
is like driving
Like
driving a car, skiing is dangerous. That's why both need proper
training. But unlike driving a car, skis have no sirens or signal
lights to give others your warning. Thus, concentration is a must to
avoid accidents.
Helmets
are also hats
On
the slopes, helmets are also considered as hats. They most importantly provide head safety and warmth, but people forget they also prevent big chills that are caused by
evaporation.
Skis
are different
Skis
come in different designs and dimensions because no two skiers
are the same. Furthermore, even if you skied three times on your
previous ski trips, factors like your weight and skills change each time. These changes will affect the binding settings of your skis.
Don't forget your primary reason for skiing
To
have fun -- this is your primary reason why you wanted to learn
skiing. But later on, when you've improved your skiing skills, you
focus more on the competition and impressing your peers. However
once
you remember to have fun,
you're already are a better skier than you were.
Don't
compare or judge others' skiing techniques
This
is the basic unwritten rule in skiing that most rookies don’t
follow. When you're sitting at the table with other skiers, don't
compare or judge how their skills. Every skier has his or her
own style.
Have
you already encountered some of those? Well, there are still many
things you can expect to happen on your trip. Just remember the
basics, stay safe and have fun on your ski vacation!
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