Riding with my friends (who are all pretty badass) make me a much better skier. And riding in comps, normally doesn't make me better, unless they are jam format. The contests i was in this year gave me like 2 practice runs (whatever) then like 3 chances, then it's over. A soft day, camera out, sessioning with my friends is where it's at. and JAM SESSION rail jams are amazing. people, music, lights, and eachother = ultimate recipe for progression.