Rules of the Road
This week the boys are joined by none other than Matt Rini to talk about how your skiing correlates to the ski and the boat and what you can do to work together for the best!

This week the boys are joined by none other than Matt Rini to talk about how your skiing correlates to the ski and the boat and what you can do to work together for the best!
The season is winding down in a lot of places which often means time for reflection. Whether you have a few events left or not this time of year is great for taking some time to look at what you’ve learned this summer and also realize what you’d still like to accomplish.
This week the guys jump into water temperature and how it affects your setup and your skiing in general.
Many skiers struggle with standing balanced over their ski. The number one default is standing on the back foot and the boys walk through how to correct this action.
The guys breakdown how to unwind and reset after skiing in a big event.
Driving is an element to skiing that can easily get taken for granted. The boys talk through some good thoughts that will make you a better driver.
This is Nationals week in the U.S. and Canada. The boys have skied many events over the years and have lots of quick tips to be best prepped for tournament time.
Success in tournaments can come down to a few key factors, listen as the boys talk you through how to peak on the big day.
This week the guys talk about focusing on the keys that make the biggest impact and not getting caught in the trivial nuances in between the big moves.
As you exit the wakes it’s imperative to keep your back arm straight and connected to get swing up the boat, listen as the boys break it down!
It can be easy to get distracted mid-season with all the noise out there. The guys talk about staying focused and keeping their skiing on track.
Gates are the perpetual battle, the boys break down the move that sets up the entire pass into simple moves.
In skiing, there are often very small differences that separate the good skiers from the great skiers. The boys discuss little areas to address that can make big strides to success on the water.
Let’s finish that turn, the height of the turn to the zone you’re working behind the boat defines the speed you can carry cross-course, learn how to dial in that move.
Turning is the most fun yet frustrating part of skiing, the boys talk about how to make your turns with ease.
The way a skier moves from edge change to apex is crucial to maintain rhythm and direction in the course, the boys break it down in simple terms.
Coaching your kids can be a tricky situation, this week the guys jump into the best approach to coaching your own kids or taking them to get coached somewhere else.
The boys really break down what it means to go beyond having good structural alignment to being the most efficient at carrying cross-course speed.
It’s imperative to have your ski between you and the boat at the end of the turn to be efficient on the water. This week the guys talk through how to keep your ski moving with you through the turn.
This week the guys talk through the steps involved to take your skiing up to the next level.
The relationship to the boat is pivotal to success on the water, the guys discuss how to work with the boat and not fight it while you’re skiing.
The boys jump into what it takes to ramp your skiing up as you get back on the water; eliminating the noise and focusing on the moment to ski your best.
It’s spring time here in the US and most people are starting to think about skiing again. Whether you have skied through the winter some or you’re just getting back on the water the boys have some sound advice to start your season properly. Dust off that spray leg and get to ripping!
This episode rounds out an amazing third season of the podcast, thanks for tuning in along the way. To wrap the season the guys talk about reflection and learning from the ski season behind to make the next your best season yet. Enjoy and we’ll see you back next year!
Back for a second week of listener questions, the guys discuss advancing through line lengths and how to maximize your training for success.
As this third season winds down the guys take some of your questions and expand on the topics. This week they discuss adapting to different ropes and recovering from a poor gate setup.
The guys discuss the relationship with the boat and riding the line based on visuals, feeling, and where both come into play.
It’s really easy to compile a laundry list of keys to work on but the guys discuss why it’s important to streamline your keys and focus on the things that make the biggest impact.
Getting your ski set up correctly is one of the most imperative things to your success. Listen as the boys hone in on some keys to get your ski ripping right out of the box.
Today we launch the 2023 Radar Collection, our best set of goods to date. Head on over to radarskis.com to see what’s new and improved this year. We have fresh graphics on all the skis as well as some really fun stuff throughout the range. Check out all the goodness and the boys will be back next week to talk about setting up your brand new ski!