Erik, Allison, Matthew – Ponte Verda Beach, FL. Nice day, warm, no wind down low, blues on Peak 7 & 8, first day on skis this vacation. Initiating with the downhill ski (new inside ski), some weight on both skis (always, except when jumping), 360 mini-hops, jump turns (keep at this Matthew, you will get better every day), pole window, pole plant (why do it – helps cross over the CM at initiation), position of strength, flexion of ankles and knees (not so much at the waist, but a little), speed control with sliding friction and turn shaping, hockey stops, hips more open down the mountain to align with the feet. Have a great vacation, this was a fun day … good luck with the curve ball Matthew, take care of your arm.