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<\/a><\/p>\nEarning your turns is a time-honored tradition in snowboarding, and those who choose to hike are often lauded for their dedication and rewarded with face shots and untouched pow. And while that\u2019s great, we here at Yobeat believe\u00a0hiking is for\u00a0the birds!\u00a0There\u2019s a reason those motorized devices exist to propel you to the top of the mountain and we\u2019re happy to take advantage. However, not all lifts are created equal and while casually sitting on a chairlift is pretty idiot proof, some lift riding requires actual skill, such as the T-bar, as we learned on our\u00a0recent trip to Whistler<\/a>.<\/p>\n Not to be confused with the bar, which is actually one of our favorite places, the Blackcomb T-bar can be both your best friend and your worst enemy, and this summer, the glacial snowpack is lower than normal, upping the sketch factor ten fold.\u00a0Basically the\u00a0T-bars are already extended as far as they go, and offer very little give.\u00a0Don\u2019t fret though, it just takes a little technique, so here are a few tips.<\/p>\n Sit on it like a bench.<\/strong>\u00a0You\u2019ll see plenty of riders (ok mostly skiers) opt to place the t-bar between their legs, but not only does this method look silly, it\u2019s a great way to get a bruise in a place you really don\u2019t want one, or at least, a\u00a0nasty wedgie.<\/p>\n The face to face stance can be awkward or it can be magical! Just depends on your partner.\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n <\/p>\n Choose your partner wisely.<\/strong>\u00a0\u00a0Since Two riders can share the T-bar, you will want to judge potential partners based on stance and ability level. Ideally, you should both face the same way, as combining a regular and goofy rider can create some awkward positions.<\/p>\n Pick a side.<\/strong>\u00a0In general, the inside line is a bit easier, so if you have a weak link, give them the side closest to the lift tower in order to prevent any blow outs.<\/p>\n Alternate sides yourself.<\/strong>\u00a0If you\u2019re riding the T-bar repeatedly, it makes sense to alternate between riding regular and switch to keep those thighs from getting too tired and causing one leg to grow much bigger than the other. This will also be beneficial if you\u2019re\u00a0trying to impress babes at the pool afterwards.<\/p>\n<\/a><\/p>\n