Wisha said...
Thanks everyone. I moved the bindings one notch to the toeside and lent on and used front foot pressure for toe side carves (against kite instinct).
I borrowed a file and filed the steering edges.
Totally different experience. Felt totally in control and could go wherever I wanted. So either 1 or all 3 made the difference!
As for lessons I used the snowprofessor videos and am following the steps.
As for ski's, I happily ski blacks. Got a chuckle from the strap a go pro on and slide ways comment above.
As for lifts, I hired a Jucy Car for $21 a day which includes a whole mountain lift pass per day hired (up to 6 days) at Hotham. I was dubious, but no issue redeeming. The rental car is sitting at home in my driveway.
Last tips for anyone having a crack at snowboarding.
1. Get flow bindings. I'm doing twice as many runs as others stuffing around sitting in the snow with ratchets.
2. A bit of blue camping mat and or bubble wrap at the back between 2 pairs of jocks...mint!
Thanks again all for the tips.
You just ratchet as your heading down from the chairlift, no need to sit around
