NS, help me understand

its kind of ironic that you used that example because I have to wear those shirts for my stupid school. that almost solidifies my point. I am a great examplle of not caring how others dress in skiing, in fact I liked it so much that I joined it and think that it was by far the best decision in my life so far
 
We don’t need role models in skiing; we need free[/i] skiers in skiing. Most professionals skiers will know that it’s not only because of skiing ability that someone will make it in skiing, but a lot of it has to do with how that person differs from the hundreds of other talented skiers out there. So being your own person is important, and you can’t make everyone happy, so I welcome the hate for not zipping my jacket all the time – it’s my way of being original and if someone doesn't like me for not following the beaten path then I don't need their love.

I hate to disappoint everyone, but I don’t think I'm "gangsta" – I just prefer baggy-ass clothes to tight, rap to country, and middle fingers in the camera to smiles. I'm not from the ghetto nor have I ever slightly mentioned anything along those lines. I come from a white trash town and am proud of it. -Ahmet Dadali
 
you sir are an angry bitch whose skinny pants gave u much to big of a wedgie. this is the only reason that u could be this butt hurt about "thug gangster baggy clothing"
 
I think its just an attitude that goes back to when freeskiing and especially park skiing was starting up, any sport that is not generally accepted and especially so called "extreme sports" like freestyle skiing will try to be different and stand out as a kind of cultural movement. I know that not all of the original park guys dressed like this, but the whole skiing scene is based a lot off of edits, pictures and generally watching other people. As many of the pros adopted the style (and I think a bit of it was borrowed from snowboarding at least at first) people wanted to emulate them. As a result, a "look" evolved and continued to evolve as wearing something slightly brighter or baggier than the next guy may help to get more attention for your edits, pictures and from people on the hill. And now here we are...

Personally, I don't rock huge clothing. I like my fit a bit baggy but not "thugged out" like some kids on here. honestly its just a part of the culture so don't worry so much about it and do your thing, thats what freeskiing is all about.
 
To me it's all to do with identity, park skiers want to be recognised as park skiers, so they create their own identity by wearing baggy clothing which makes us look G. Thats certainly one of the reasons that I started wearing bigger clothing. I think when you also see your idol skiers wearing big clothing it makes you want to as well, as these are people we want to be like and naturally want to be associated with.
 
It's fashion, nothing more nothing less. The "gangster" image is no more ridiculous than a "goth", "punk" or "preppy" everyday style outside of skiing. The popular "park skier" style to imitate could be any one of those or others and would still be followed by the masses, hated on by others, or completely ignored by people who genuinely don't care.
 
I believe it's called Freedom of Expression. I stand for freedom of expression, doing what you believe in, and going after your dreams.

 
Some people wear baggy clothes, but others do not. And how many OG's are heading out to breck for ski trips? How many real "thugs" even know what saga and jibberish are? People can dress however they want. They can listen to whatever they want to. You don't get to judge anyone, you intolerant prick. Go on wearing your full body condom and listing to Bach on your way down the mountain. We certainly wont ran't about you.
 
skiers should just wear what they like but i find it kinda annoying how alot of kids are trying to be all gangsta and they are really not
 
Hey OP, who do you think you are? That is the style of our sport and not everyone even dresses like that. Skiers dress what is comfortable/stylee to THEM not YOU. So please kindly shut the fuck up and GTFO.
 
I don't know about the rest of you, but I have definitely got my look for next season:

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I don't give a shit what people wear. I laugh at the ones that look ridiculous, sometimes to their face if they are being a prick. But I think it's a joke when people are more worried about HOW THEY LOOK than their actual style or skiing ability. Like if you spent half as much time working on your skiing as you did picking out your outfit for the day you might not get shit on as much.
 
Dressing thug and looking "steezy" isn't something unique to skiing. It's in pretty much any sport. I play hockey and can't speak for the other sports, but we hang our cages from our helmet so they dangle to look steezy, but when you get hit it comes back up in your face and causes more damage than not wearing one. We also flop the tongue on our skates to look good, even though it is harder to skate. I guess it's as the old saying goes: you look good, you feel good, you play good. Sure it may be uncomfortable, but for some reason we do it anyways
 
I don't really care how people dress while skiing; I think its just a style of the sport. I wear large clothes when i ski, but theyre not ridiculous, i.e. below the knees. I listen to "gangst rap" because lots of music that is popular these days just plain blows... It doesnt make a huge difference to me what people like to wear and listen to and do.
 
There is nothing "gangsta" in wearing baggy suits.

What no one mentioned in this thread, is that baggy suits mask imperfections and make your tricks look smoother.
 
"why the fuck would you take it toward Ol Dirty Bastard and Wu Tang?"

Why are you judging them based on their choice of music. Its like saying just because someone is black, they can't listen to rock music because it is against their culture and all black people have to listen to rap and reggae. Let them (Henrik, Phil, etc.) listen to their music and don't hate. They use Ol Dirty and the Wu in their edits because they like that music. They feel it. It brings them good vibes. I personally am black and don't give a shit what they listen to. It is not about the music, it is about they way they ski. And Henrik and Phil are dope. It is their own personal preference to listen to whatever music they like.
 
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