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 Master the Mountain: Intermediate Snow Rider Tactics

Once you’ve got the basics, it’s time to turn control into confidence.

Controls refresher

• PC/Browser: Arrow keys or A/D to move; Up Arrow or Spacebar to jump.
• Mobile: Tap or tilt to steer; tap to jump (depends on version).

Situational reads

• Horizon scan: Track the “funnel”—the widest safe corridor ahead. Commit early to that path.
• Hazard taxonomy: Treat trees, rocks, rails, and ramps differently. Trees/rocks block; rails/ramps re-route. Plan accordingly.
• Speed feel: As pace climbs, shrink your steering amplitude and increase frequency—smaller, quicker corrections.

Jump logic

• Preload angle: Aim your board before takeoff so you land aligned with the funnel.
• Low airtime policy: Tap-jumps beat full sends unless a big gap demands it.
• Air budget: Think of jumps as a limited resource. Spend them on unavoidable clusters.

Loot judgment

• Proximity rule: If a gift sits within two quick turns of danger, pass.
• Line rule: Only take gifts that sit on or just off your chosen funnel line.
• Safety rule: If you can’t visualize both entry and exit, it’s a no.

Positioning protocol

• Center default: Reset to center after every maneuver.
• Edge sampling: When the middle clogs, test one edge briefly, then recentre; never camp at the boundary.

Consistency boosters

• Breath cadence: Inhale during flat, exhale through clusters—keeps hands steady.
• Reset ritual: After a crash, do one slow “form run” focusing only on smooth inputs.
• 3x30 method: Three focused 30‑second runs at the start build rhythm faster than chasing a single PB.

Mindset upgrade

• Be curious, not critical. Ask “What line was safer?” instead of “Why did I mess up?”
• Respect boredom. The best runs feel uneventful—because you made the right, easy choices.