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Def a switch cork 5. Looks good to, nice work...

The reason people usually get off axis while trying to grab their spins is they are going for their grab before they set their spin. (or they are scared and spinning early.) Working up to it: If you have a place to practice, such as a trampoline, etc. that will help you the most. Work on them...

Competing isn't just about winning. It's about pushing your limits, meeting cool people, and having a good time. Even if you're never close to pro, it will make you a better skier. As for age, I'm almost 27 and still compete.

People do it both ways. I like to do a mellow carve left into the jump, transition my weight on the lip to my outside edges, and pop with a little extra on my right ski (spinning to the left). However, I've done them where you pop off your left ski too. Just do whatever feels most natural...

Don't know if this thread is worth my time, but here goes... I started riding park 10 years ago, when twins first started coming out. Since then, different tricks have gone in and out of style. We've gone back and forth between spins and flips a couple times. Doubles have gone in and out of...

Thanks for props, DJDave...

First, to clear something up. A corked spin is similar to a D-spin, only a d-spin you go inverted, a corked spin you don't. I used to have the same problem. Here's how I corrected it. Throw it more like a spin than a flip. Instead of throwing down behind you (the 180-misty approach), throw...

He knows what he is talking about. Here are a couple things to add. 1) In addition to pain, a meniscus tear can also cut down on your range of motion. A common symptom is for the knee to be unable to completely straighten. 2) Do what your doctor tells you. Tears can worsen so if you are...

Flailing usually comes from two things, either being off axis (off balance) or not having enough rotation to get around smoothly. Some things you can try are the following. Being off axis/off balance: Make sure you aren't throwing the spin too early. Wait till you pop. A wider stance helps...

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Yay, all my old school tricks are finally coming back in style. Thanks ski community.

Sweet, keep killing it. Anything thing you can do during the summer that works on your balance helps. If there's a trampoline around, use that too. Next season you'll be dominating.

That, and a lot of practice.

Don't try to get sponsored if you aren't interested in putting in some work. Otherwise you're just a drain on the industry. Be prepared to put some time in at demos, comps, and generally pumping up you product. That being said, the best way to go about it is make a vid showing your best...

Flat 5's aren't too bad but they are a little scary your first time. Can you practice on a trampoline or something? that is the best way to do it. Also, is this your first inverted or off axis trick? I actually learned backflips and back 180's first, which helped with my mental game. If...

If you go inverted, it's a D-Spin.

Pretty much same as everyone else is saying. You're never too old. I started when I was 19. I'm 26 now, still progressing, and even riding for some Co's. Just be smart about it. 10 year olds don't break things when they fall, you do. Don't try to learn everything at once and try new tricks...

HHMMM...D-spin is a bit different than a back full. Mike D actually developed them trying to learn a back full, if I remember correctly. D-spin is an inverted cork spin. Originally, a rodeo was more like a back 180 than a lincoln 180. (JP Auclair, JF Cusson...era) Now, more people are...

This thread is almost as old as I am. If it were new, I'd say both tricks are about the same in difficulty, just different problems to overcome. Do whichever feels more natural. Or just try both and stick with the one that hurts less.