yah, i agree 100% with k2. short, strait rails are the way to learn. when your on the rail, look at the end of the rail, and never look down on your boot.this will help you stay strait, and spread your legs, and put your weight evenly divided on each leg. slide on both inside edges if you have to. also, try a sqaure, wood post to start. thatll help with your balence, but metal is a big adgusment.