Sure, a new trick always feels good. But what good is a move that you only land once – with luck? Real progression means control, style, and safety. If you can do a trick in different situations, on different kickers, at speed or at low speed, then it's truly yours.
A clean 360 with good pop, a stable grab, and a solid landing will get you further than a sketchy 540 that you can barely land. Why? Because you can build on that clean base. The next trick will then come almost automatically.
Your body learns through repetition. If you perform five tricks perfectly in each session, your body will memorize the movements. Takeoff, body tension, line of sight, landing—everything becomes smoother. If, on the other hand, you constantly try new things, your head will be full, your body will be uncertain, and your landings will be wild.
Fewer tricks mean more focus. And focus means flow.
Style isn't an extra that you “learn” at some point. Style comes when you have time to focus on details: pop instead of pulling, clean axis, calm arms, a grab that isn't just tapped. This is only possible when you've already mastered the trick itself.
In the Alta Badia snow park, you can immediately see who loves their basics. And it's precisely these riders who stand out – even without the most impressive spins.
Real talk: if you're constantly pushing the limits, you'll crash more often. And if you crash more often, you'll spend less time in the snow park. A few solid tricks that you can do safely will keep you fit for longer – physically and mentally. You'll stay motivated instead of frustrated.
Progression isn't a sprint, it's a season. Or rather, many seasons.
Not everyone has to jump double corks. For some, the next step is a clean boardslide, for others a switch 360. Both are progression. The important thing is that it feels good and suits you.
When you compare yourself to others, you lose focus. When you work on your own tricks, you gain confidence.
Conclusion
Fewer tricks don't mean less fun—on the contrary. They mean more control, more style, and more flow. Those who love their basics and give them time will get further than those who want everything at once.
So: find your line, pick a few tricks, and shred them consciously. The rest will come naturally.
See you at the Alta Badia snow park! Keep it smooth.