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Padded shorts

Paul & Trish Author:Paul & Trish posts : 392   (Expert)Date : 01-02-13 09:23

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And going up on cold lifts, and when skiers who can't turn just plough into your thigh when your kneeling down.
stu83 Author:stu83 posts : 128   (Intermediate)Date : 01-02-13 10:44

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psychonaut was giving out some sound advice and seemed to know what they were talking about until they said "but helmets are just for girls". Oh dear
Manc Tom Author:Manc Tom posts : 2281   (Master)Date : 01-02-13 12:02

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Psychonaut,

You are wrong mate, helmets are a must for a variety of reasons. You could be just standing or moving slowly and get taken out by someone, the first thing in contact with the snow is your head!
If you are learning to board I would also advise the use of a gum shield cos at some point you are going to face plant.

But by far the most important advise I can give is to reject the dark side and trust the force!!!!!!!!! Banana skiing Skiing Skiing Banana skiing
Kimmytuk Author:Kimmytuk posts : 14   (Beginner)Date : 01-02-13 15:12

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Raahh Ive just had to register my account for the 3rd time :-(

Thanks guys, although not sure if I should be scared about boarding now!

Think I may invest in a pair of D3O, seem to have good reviews!

What time does everyone arrive on 23rd feb? Im flying on my tod so may go for a cheeky drink when I arrive.
Manc Tom Author:Manc Tom posts : 2281   (Master)Date : 01-02-13 16:17

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Hi Kimmytuk

I take it you are going to Borovets ?
2nd invasion is the 23rd of Feb, most will arrive in the afternoon or early evening.

Board meet will be in Bobbys bar on Sunday evening, but some will be there every evening and lunch time and breakfast eh Boon!!!!!!!!
Lesgakimbo Author:Lesgakimbo posts : 26   (Beginner)Date : 01-02-13 20:49

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I am indeed.

Think I land about 6pm so should be in the resort by 8pm. Theresa Clive and Ricky land about 9pm so on my tod until then.

If I don't see you in the Saturday will see you Sunday!
Garrick Author:Garrick posts : 126   (Intermediate)Date : 01-02-13 22:48

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As mentioned above - Helmets are pretty much a must. One knock to the noggin at just the wrong time or point and you're cabbaged for life or worse (actually death is probably not worse). Wrists, Coccyx's etc.. all heal.

Someone I knew through work was killed last year when he collected a sign post at low speed. Caused a hemorrhage and 3 days later he passed. Leaving behind a young family.
There were two other boarders from another forum that suffered major head injuries that could have ...
As mentioned above - Helmets are pretty much a must. One knock to the noggin at just the wrong time or point and you're cabbaged for life or worse (actually death is probably not worse). Wrists, Coccyx's etc.. all heal.

Someone I knew through work was killed last year when he collected a sign post at low speed. Caused a hemorrhage and 3 days later he passed. Leaving behind a young family.
There were two other boarders from another forum that suffered major head injuries that could have been prevented had they been wearing a helmet.

Even the pro's advocate Helmets - Just look at Kevin Pearce - A young pro who showed a lot of promise. Took a hit and has never recovered to a competing standard.

Not trying to scare you, but you only have one head and it's pretty fragile. Protect it

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Paul chapman Author:paul chapman posts : 94   (Intermediate)Date : 01-02-13 22:58

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As with Liam Neesions wife. She was nor wearing a helmet and she had a fall thought she had a headache as a result a few hours later she had passed away. Had she been wearing a helmet she would still be hear today
N&J Author:N&J posts : 538   (Expert)Date : 01-02-13 23:21

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Hi Kim, you won't be on your own, Me Jon and Becky arrive Friday lunchtime and we will be waiting for you in the Bar!!
Nade
Boon Author:Boon posts : 838   (Expert)Date : 01-02-13 23:24

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Hey Kimbo far be it for us to leave you alone our flight lands at 18:35 so you wont be alone for long. Very Happy Very Happy Booze Booze