Hi
Abrax, I will have to try my boots on again (forgotten how to put them on
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) and work out how big they are. I have already bought some good sole inserts but if my foot gets raised any higher, my heel won't be in the heel cup
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I have not been in the mood to tackle putting the springs on in case I get-it-wrong
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, then I'll have no boots
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I have seen some boots on ebay that are smaller and I shall be bidding for them. Then I'll be braver to try drilling holes etc.I shall revert - thanks:)
Rcrobar, you say such kind words
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..."keepTheSport, Vizsyn I really appreciate reading your posts, you can feel the enthusiasm you have for Alpine. The positive feel of your posts is infectious, keep them coming:)..."
I have been expecting a complete demolition of every pic (thick skinned enough to take it though or stupid enough
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)..."enthusiasm"... I call it total OCD obsession
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Even if I was half as good as the people on this site
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I would feel I've achieved such great heights.
Your practice advice is exactly what I was thinking. Get the body across the board on back side turn. I know how it feels on these turns, so I know I need to 'feel' my body turn more(cause I can't 'see' me). One question on the toe side pic. I thought that was wrong too
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I thought my leading arm/shoulder be hanging over front edge of board ( making me look more Egyptian stance)
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I feel the stance width is good. I shall definitely try other angles especially on rear leg. I am aware the forward flex is really hindering me and because I am so light (thought I was 54kg found out I am 46kg
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blo*dy 'eck)I haven't got the force to bend the boots much
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(I'm sure springs will help) Anyway as an aside, Tali's advice on getting a 161S Extreme Carver seems more fitting after my weight update
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Plus if I get smaller boots they'll fit at steep angles on a 161.
I never forget the fun factor, all of it is fun to me, even when it's all going wrong, I know things will suddenly come together
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To me it's about being out there no matter the weather and conditions and always trying one more time-it's an addiction and IMHO not a bad one to have
I agree this thread is made interesting having Vizsyn post too, sharing his learning curve and of course the advice from 2 wise experts with different styles of teaching
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I can see the benefits in both, and I appear to use both depending on a)slope conditions/weather b)mental drive
Cheers
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