On my way back to Europe now after my first series of races since my last update I raced in 2 NorAm slaloms in Winter Park. The 1st race was again extremely tough with loads of new snow over night unfortunately I was a of the victim of the rough conditions when I crashed on the top section of the course getting spat up in the air and coming down pretty hard getting winded and a bruised leg for my troubles. The 2nd race was much better conditions however in my 1st run a was far too hesitant and skied into a lowly 26th position, I composed myself for the 2nd run and skied a very respectable run with the 3rd fastest run time giving me some consolation.
On the whole these races didn't go as I had planned however as the coaches keep reminding me I am coming back to racing after a long string of injuries, it was a good way to finish with the good run. I am getting more and more used to the race pressures with each run which is helping me get used to skiing on my limits to be as fast as possible.
I am heading for Austria now some training then I will start in some FIS and Europa cup slaloms to build my confidence more.
Reports from all over the world seem to be of big dumps of snow........yes even Scotland so get out there!!
Seeya
Noel
