Uphill hybrid slalom course

***Gnar_Dog*** · 12-09-2006 08:07 AM

A few weeks ago, My crew and I hit up our regular slalom spot only to find our nice shallow downhill run had some severe +/-20mph headwind. So we turned the course around and ran it uphill. The gusts were so powerful, pumping was barely needed. We got wise to the wind, and opened our jackets like sails. Some runs I was being pushed so fast by the wind and mild pumping, I was missing cones because I was going TOO FAST. I was really gnarly!

**wrxsoldier** · 12-09-2006 09:49 AM

i have to ask, its possible to ride uphills? i've seen ads around and people talking about carving up a hill and stuff thats actually possible?

**wilder** · 12-09-2006 10:32 AM

yup. i wouldent saycarving up a hill, but pumping yes. for some people. i suck at pumping

**tyler87** · 12-09-2006 11:02 AM

Its totally possible and a good way to build up strength in your pump if you are training for a race or something.

But Pssssshh, who trains?

**Directive0** · 12-09-2006 11:06 AM

Originally Posted by wrxsoldier

i have to ask, its possible to ride uphills? i've seen ads around and people talking about carving up a hill and stuff thats actually possible?

Just ask civ.

**SweetCatarina** · 12-09-2006 11:30 AM

I have to say, pumping uphill has helped my skating tremendously, it really helps with arm placement-- not to mention building up the leg muscles in the mean time!