Snowboard Hut

Jasmine Stone asked:


I always loved snowboarding for as long as I can remember. I love the way that snow boarding is a sport that is filled with excitement and personality. I also loved the way that snow boarding was seen as a kind of extreme sport. It made me feel almost proud of myself that I was associated with this status. When I firstly hit the slopes and tried snowboarding it was actually a very new sport at the time, and had not even nearly been in the Olympics.

However, as the trend increased the slopes started to change its ratio of skiing to snowboarding. That is why I wanted to start a business that could benefit from this; I decided on starting a hotel in France that was actually targeting the snowboarders rather than the skiers. You see, the snow boarder and the skier are two very different kind of holiday maker. A snow boarder is more likely to be interested in having a great time, and socialising with younger people, whilst a skier may be away as part of a family vacation.

However, I realised that my business was going to be a risky venture because at the same time as I started it, I was scared that snowboarding might not take off in the way that it has. I mean - did you know that know 22% of winter sports competitors are snowboarders? That is an amazing statistic and one that really indicates the kind of thing that I am talking about. Snow boarding is a massive sport, and I actually do not think there has been any other sport in the history of the world that has seen such success in such a short period of time.

I should say the success of my hotel has been enormous, because I have been warm and comforting to the snowboarders, showing knowledge on the slopes and snowboarding in general. I am able to tell them what I would do, and give them some hot tips that have been passed on to me from hundreds and hundreds of snow boarders through my hotel.

One of the things that I love the most is the way that everyone is always having a good time, and that can reflect on my mood. When everyone in the hotel is enjoying themselves and having a good time, it is easier for me to sit back and have a good time as well. It really is that simple.

I am always asked by the snowboarders if I go on the slopes myself, and I always have to say no, almost appearing like I am a kind of half-interested snowboarder. I almost feel my head dropping as I say it. However, the reason for this is that nowadays, I honestly very rarely have any spare time, and it is the sad part of having my own business. My wife always offers to cover, but when she does I always see it as a great opportunity to go down the bank, or do something like catch up with the paper work.

When I think about how busy I am I always just stop and think about how lucky I am to have a successful business, and a comfortable living - however my passion for snowboarding that gave me the kick start to get the business underway has now gone.

Amy N. asked:


Snowboarding is a winter sport that has seen a remarkable increase in popularity over the years. Learning to snowboard can seem difficult to the novice, but with a little motivation and patience, one will soon discover the fun and excitement of snowboarding down a hill.

If you are a first time snowboarder, you need to be aware of the equipment and clothing required for snowboarding. Equipment you will need include a snowboard, snowboard boots, goggles or sunglasses, helmet, comfortable clothing, gloves, winter hat, sunscreen, and lip balm. You can even purchase snowboard pants and a jacket. Long underwear underneath relaxing pants is preferred choice. A turtleneck or sweatshirt is a good choice. You should also have a cloth to wipe goggles.

Before you purchase a snowboard and boots, rent the equipment to make sure that it is a sport you will be participating in often. When you are walking on the slope, watch out for other people or objects that you might hit with your snowboard.

How well you snowboard depends on how well you learn and use the various snowboard stances. Stances consist of a mix of footing, width of a stance, centering, angles, and the offset.

The following are general basic tips for a snowboard stance:

Positioning: Choose the foot that you will place in the front. This will be the foot that is the easiest to control.

Width of your Stance: The ‘Stance Width’ is the distance between the center of your front and back binding. The width of the stance usually depends on your height. As well, the most comfortable width is typically equal to the width of the snowboard rider’s shoulders.

To help you get the best stance, the following is a height guide for setting one’s width stance:

Height (feet) Width (inch)

Less than 5′1″: 17-18

5′2″ - 5′4″: 18-19

5′5″ - 5′8″: 19-20

5′9″ - 6′0″: 20-21

Greater than 6′: 22-23

Set your Binding Angles: For the novice, a ‘forward stance’ is recommended as the easiest stance. Angles for this type of stance are +20 degrees / +6 degrees. Binding stance angles are the angles that the bindings are mounted in relation to the snowboard.

Set your Stance Offset: ‘Stance Offset’ is the distance between the middle of the bindings and the middle of the snowboard. One has to select their stance offset such as in the middle or set back towards the tail of the snowboard.

Stance Centering: ‘Centering the Stance’ is when the feet are centered across the width of the snowboard. This is achieved by shifting the binding disks.

The above snowboarding tips are met as an introduction to snowboarding. If you are new to the sport, you should enlist the services of a qualified snowboard instructor. A snowboard instructor will teach you such snowboarding techniques as Switching Edges, Gliding, Moving up the Slope, Sideslipping (Heelside), Sideslipping (Toeside), Traversing (Heelside), Traversing (Toeside), Falling Leaf, and Garlands.

With an understanding of the snowboarding basics, it won’t be long before you are soaring down the slopes.

Jasmine Stone asked:


Snowboarding by itself is a fun and safe sport which is basically a cross between skiing and skateboarding. Using a single large snowboard, enthusiasts rush down slopes through the snow. The feel and balance is quite different from regular skiing since navigation through the snow is achieved on only a single board, and unlike skateboarding, snowboarders let gravity do all the work of propulsion for them as they slide down the slopes.

Naturally, once snowboarding caught on in popularity, it was only a matter of time before the most highly skilled practitioners decided to tackle harder and harder slopes, finding ones with more dangerous terrain, or natural formations that allowed for stunts like turnpipes in skateboarding.

Thus was born extreme snowboarding. Extreme snowboarding involves extremely tough slopes set at 45 degree angles or less, making runs down these slopes extremely fast and difficult to control. Unlike gentle civilian snowboarding slopes, extreme slopes will also usually have outcroppings of rock jutting out from the snow as part of the challenge.

This is not a fact to be taken lightly, and not a sport to be taken by amateurs. Given the speeds at which an extreme snowboarder can go, even a casual splash on the slope an lead to broken limbs or a broken neck from impact with the snow alone. When you factor in the presence of actual rock formations, you can see how this sport is one that is not undertaken lightly.

Extreme snowboarder slopes actually dont have any of the usual conveniences of a civilian ski or snowboard slope. There are no trans for uphill transport, no waystations for shelter and relaxation. It is wilderness all the way. More often than not, during extreme snowboard competitions, the boarders actually ride airlifts to get to the top of the course.

Like some extreme sports, snowboarding enthusiasts have even merged their styles with that of other extreme sports. For example, some snowboarders actually pack parachute gliders on their backs These extreme sportsmen take a snowboard and do a run all the way down a slope which ends at a sheer-drop cliff, and once they fly off the cliff, trigger the chutes and hang glide all the rest of the way down the mountainside. If that isn’t an adrenaline rush, I don’t know what is!

Some of the more popular and challenging snowboard slopes are located in New Zealand and Alaska. In the Alaskan slopes, there are 4000 foot vertical run areas with gullies, ditches, and wind lips, as well as trees to contend with on the slope. There is also an area with natural half-pipe formations and rolls where freestyle exhibitions similar to that done for skateboarding can be performed.

The New Zealand slopes are more challenging for those who enjoy absolute speed runs. With one of the steepest and sharpest slopes around, navigating the New Zealand snowboarding slopes requires perfect balance and control to keep from spilling.

Given the risks of snowboarding, every professional competing extreme snowboarder is required to learn first aid specializing in cold weather injury treatment, as well as survival, search, and rescue techniques for winter and mountainous terrain. On their runs, they are also required to bring avalanche transceivers for emergency pickups in case of an avalanche or if they go off course and get lost.

Like most extreme sports, extreme snowboarding is most definitely not for the weak or the faint of heart. But for those who are up to the challenge, it offers one of the most exciting blood rushes around.

anonymous asked:


Snowboarding originates from surfing where the practice is the same but on water. Most of the snowboarding rules are similar to those of surfing and that applies to choosing the right snowboard for you in order to enjoy this sport.

How To Choose A Snowboard

There are many styles of snowboards and sizes. If you are a beginner, my suggestion is to choose a shorter snowboard until you master your skills in order to be able to command a longer one.

The right length of a snowboard for you is decided by your height and weight; the right one for you would be reaching anywhere between your chest to your nose when measured against you. The weight plays its part as well in helping you choose the right board for you, for example, the heavier you are the longer the snowboard should measure.

Adult snowboards measure anywhere from 130 to 160 cm and those made for children are anywhere between 110 to 140 cm. Experienced snowboarders will usually choose longer snowboards in order to increase their speed on the slopes.

The width is yet another very important part that needs to be taken in consideration when choosing your snowboard; you should ensure that you toes and heels are not hanging out of the side of the board as that will make you loose control of the board when snowboarding.

The material of which the snowboard is made will ultimately say its word on the price tag; wood is usually the best choice as it is durable and stable but there are many other choices available out there to choose from and it you only you who will decide which one is best suited for you.

Helpful Tip

Before you invest in a snowboard try renting different types and experience, which one suits you best, you will find great differences between them from sizes to material. Designs too are available to match your personality and express yourself, the more colorful your snowboard the more visible you will be on the slopes when performing your stunts.

Snowboards just like surfboards are meant to be one like the rider therefore, take your time when picking yours, it will be your only companion when flying on the snowed slopes so, you need to be able to control it, maneuver it in order to take you and perform as you desire.

A wealth of information about this snowboarding can be found through a number of locations:

1) The Internet - A favorite search engine

2) The Library - Don’t forget about free books!

3) A Bookstore - Again, books are full of useful information.

4) A Snowboarding Shop - Ask the workers, look at the supplies, read their books

5) Ask the people in your neighborhood

Alan Richardson asked:


If you are interested in taking up a new hobby, and you enjoy thrilling, fast paced action, why not consider snowboarding? Increasing in popularity year on year, snowboarding has always been highly fashionable, and is no more accessible than ever, so you really have no excuse for not giving it a go if you are interested. In this article we will look at the equipment you will need, where to get started, and the things to watch out for when snowboarding.

First thing’s first - get yourself online. Look around, and find out exactly what snowboarding involves. It is a dangerous game, and highly physically taxing. Additionally, it can be quite expensive, so you need to try to ensure it’s right for you. Next you need to look for a board to get you started, and some clothing for wearing on the slopes. First off, forget about buying a top quality board. You need to start off with something cheap and cheerful, designed for beginners. You can find these easily online, and you may also be able to come across some models in your local extreme sports shop. Alternatively, you could try to pick one up second hand from a friend, or from another snowboarder. You also want to make sure you look cool whilst your out there! Check out some of the highly fashionable snowboarding wear, and kit yourself out from hats, to sunglasses to thick socks - make sure you’re prepared for the elements before you set off.

It is worth looking around to find lessons in your local area. Lessons range in availability, quality and price, although you will often find recommendations or local adverts particularly helpful. Again you could look online for some tips to get you on your way. If you do take lessons, it is important to take on board what the instructor says from both a performance and safety perspective. Additionally, get out there and practice between lessons if you ever want to improve. If you stick at it, and work hard, you will eventually see an improvement, and find the sport significantly more enjoyable also.

It is also good to note that snowboarding is a highly dangerous activity and people do get hurt. Before you even think about snowboarding, take some lessons in safety, and make sure you are fully equipped both mentally and physically for avoiding injury to yourself and others. Snowboarding is responsible for many accidents every year, and it is an extreme sport after all - if you’re of a weak disposition, it is perhaps not the best sport for you. Having said that, snowboarding can easily be performed safely with a bit of common sense, and a bit of research, so make sure you’re prepared before you get out there.

Warnings aside, snowboarding is great fun, if you like this sort of thing. Many people adopt the mantra that you should try everything at least once, and as far as snowboarding is concerned, this is definitely true. Try snowboarding once, and join the legions of followers who enjoy snowboarding at every opportunity. Chances are there are clubs and associations in your local town, so get yourself along and join in with like minded people. Your level of experience doesn’t matter, as long as you go along and participate, you will gain a lot from it, and you will definitely have a good time in the process.

Gary Drake asked:


Snowboard boxes are just another part that is combined into the snowboarding parks that permit the snowboarders to perform tricks and stunts and can make the day more fun and exciting for both the snowboarder and the fans who are watching. They’re similar to a rail system and provide another kind of platform that the snowboarder can jump onto, slide down and around and do flips and flops off.

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Snowboard boxes are wider than the everyday rail system, but that just implies there is more of a surface for you to be hurt on in the event of an accident. Learn the rails before you go to the boxes and do not forget to practice safety methodologies and measures. That includes wearing a helmet at every point. While playing on the features that a board park offers to its riders, such as the rails, boxes and half pipe, there is a great likelihood that you could get hurt and shielding yourself by wearing a helmet and by taking other safety cares is mandatory.

Board boxes are often even wider than the actual board that you are riding. Some may only stand a foot off of the ground, while others can be taller. Always start out on the more basic and faster models of the boxes until you can get snug. Watch other boarders who’ve got a high comfort level. You can gain important information by watching them. You can definitely pick up some really handy tips and tricks by watching someone else. By even watching the bad stuff, you can discover what the most effective way to destroy is to keep you from getting hurt.

You can build your own box system at home so that you can practice. It doesn’t need to be a monster of a project, but simply a easy system that can help to get you started. Practice does make perfect and what simpler way to learn than at the comfort of your house. You’ll find instructions across the internet that may tell you step by step how to build your own personal snowboard box system with very few materials and at a low cost.

The rails and boxes can add a high level of fun and competition to your snowboarding action. Don’t be afraid to try them out, but always recall that they are dangerous and you need to always practice your safety techniques and wear your safety apparatus.

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Alex Rider asked:


Have you ever been cruising your way down a mountain just enjoying the ride, the scenery and everything else, when suddenly along comes a nasty wide open expanse of flat. Do you ever wonder why it is that there always seems to be a whole load of people, some on the worst rental boards you can imagine, that manage to overtake you with ease, just managing to maintain enough speed to get over the ridge and carry on down the mountain? At times like these, which all of us have experienced, you may wonder what you are doing that is not quite right. Well, this darn unfortunate occurrence may be due to you either having poorly waxed your board, of worse still, not having waxed it at all! This brief article looks at the why’s and how’s of waxing your snowboard.

Why bother?!

Simply put, if you don’t wax your board you are missing out on a smoother, faster and therefore more responsive/ enjoyable ride. Wax can make a huge difference, if done properly. Waxing is one of the easiest ways to improve board performance adding the benefits of less tiresome riding and extending the useful life of the base of you board. Waxing is best done in combination with other board enhancing procedures e.g. edge tuning.

How to wax your board

Equipment you need (buy or borrow it!): – Waxing iron (flat with no steam holes!). An old iron works just as well – Plastic wax scraper to remove excess wax – Ideally a good, level bench with two level stands or clamps (plastic or metal) – Good range of waxes for different temperatures – Soft and a hard brush for polishing – Ideally a well ventilated dry room, or garage, or simply outside if you have to – Ideally an old sheet for the wax to drip on to

Waxing method

If you’re lazy and slightly loaded, with time on your hands you could abort this article right now and wax your board the easy way, by getting someone else to do it. Today it is very easy to either post it or hand it to either a local snowboard shop or specialist service that can do a multitude of waxing and other board enhancement procedures.

If you feel the need to gain an extra, very useful, skill read on. Choose the appropriate wax for the temperature of the snow. Hard wax is typically used for cold conditions, is harder to administer and lasts least. Warmer conditions use softer wax that is far easier to put on you boards base. If unsure of what the temperature is outside you could use a general snowboarding wax suitable in most conditions.

Lay the board upside down, in a sturdy position. If there is old wax you would like to get rid of then use a wax removing solvent spray on the base. This stuff stinks, so use a very well ventilated area. Absorb and wipe off the wax with a cloth. Ideally this is done the night before the waxing proper. Removing the old wax is done mainly so that the correct wax for the conditions will end up on the board. Melt wax droplets with the iron in a snake fashion from tip to tail, slowly and methodically. Gaps of about 1-2cm between drops work fine for me. It helps to drip the wax off a corner of the wax block. Remember not to let the iron get so hot that smoke is produced.

After having applied the drops of wax you must next proceed in a wax on wax off style from tip to tail, nice and slowly with the iron. Spread a thin, almost un-noticeable layer across the board. A great method for embedding the wax evenly and deep into the base of the board is to use roughly circular, real slow motions from side to side and along the base. Don’t spend too long on one area of the base or the base may get a little damaged.

Leave the base to cool for as long as possible e.g. 12 hours is fine. Cooling for only a few hours will work, if you have to. This gives the base time to really absorb and retain the wax through the resultant cooling/ hardening.

Next you must scrape the base of the board in a tip to tail direction only with a firm, straight plastic or metal edged scraper. Try to remove all wax to create a perfectly smooth flat base. This part is the most tiring, but also very important. To remove particularly stubborn sections of wax you can momentarily bend the scraper a little to focus your energies on a smaller area.

When the excess wax has been removed its then time to polish the base with a soft bush in the same fashion as when ironing. Afterwards sternly use the harsh brush (often have metal protrusions) in a tip to tail only fashion to add structure to the base.

There you go, its ready to ride!

Generally it’s a good idea to wax your board once every 3 days of use. Waxing should be more frequent if you ride really hard or enjoy ice or hard-packed snow conditions. To reduce the board damaging effects of oxidation of the base from UV radiation/ other influences from the environment why not wax the base for transport and long snowless summers.

Gregg Hall asked:


Having a snowboard doesn’t have much point if you are unsure of how to use it. The hardest part is getting started, but once you learn how to started, all it takes is practice. To learn how to get started so that you have something to practice, read on.

First and foremost, find a snowboard that is the right size for you. Snowboards differ in width and length and greatly affect how you perform. Getting a board which is the wrong size for you can make snowboarding much more difficult. Consult a store clerk or do some online research to ensure a fitting board.

Skiing is quite similar to snowboarding. In snowboarding, the movements involved, the way you move/position your body are very similar to skiing. Once positioned, take a few deep breaths and relax your muscles, stressed or not. It is important to stay relaxed, because tensing up increases your chances of obtaining an injury.

Staying relaxed includes not locking your knees. Think of your knees as if they are shock absorbers, going over bumps and divots is going to hurt them, so be sure to keep them slightly bent and relaxed.

Now that you are on a fitting board, positioned and relaxed, ride the board with your front foot strapped in and try to go across the hill before attempting to go down it. Once you are comfortable, strap in the other foot.

Use your front,(not back) foot to steer as you start going down the hill. While pressing your heel down, lift up your toe. Move your hips backward, and you are snowboarding! To stop, simply turn yourself so that you are facing up the hill. This will slow you down and you will skid to a halt.

The knowledge of how to snowboard isn’t very useful if you don’t have a snowboard. Use the following advice and choose your board accordingly.

Freestyle boards are most popular amongst beginners, as learning to turn with the board is fairly easy. The nose and tail of this board are identical, which is an uncommon feature. It is moderately short, wide, and flexible. Buy a soft and short boot for this board.

Freeride boards are boards used for a variety of snow types and terrains. Industrial in its design, you can go off the trails or on the trails or wherever you find snow. Its design is long and thin. There are both freeride and freecave boards, although they vary slightly in their performance. Buy soft and tall boots along with soft bindings.

Alpine or Race boards are often used in competitions. The board is thinner than other boards, making it more stable, and enables it to reach high velocities and take quick turns. The tip is less curved and the tail is almost flat, allowing for the greatest edge contact between the board and the snow. There are both the giant slalom and the slalom boards. Buy a boot similar to a ski boot, as it will provide the maximum support and control.

Now that you know the steps to start snowboarding, get out there. Just remember,if you still feel uncomfortable, you can always take lessons.

Jasmine Stone asked:


Snowboarding accidents happen every single day and the reasons for this vary from person to person, and from accident to accident. Despite this, one thing remains prominent. Of those accidents, many of them could have been stopped with appropriate care and attention from the snowboarders involved. This is why we have to realise that snowboarding is a dangerous sport, and therefore health and safety should always remain an issue to any snowboarder.

The first thing that any snowboarder has to remember is to wear appropriate protective head wear. Protective head wear may not look as cool, or even be as warm as a hat, but when it comes to going down the slopes wearing one could save your life. In 2003 15 people suffered fatal head injuries whilst snowboarding. This number could have been reduced to 0 if those 15 people had chosen wear a helmet whilst snowboarding. When people go snowboarding and do not wear a helmet, they do not take precautions based on this, and are still happy to attempt stunts such as jumps, slaloms which involve dodging trees, and other activities that could not be recommended. People have to remember that snowboarding is in the top 10 most dangerous sports, and I would call on the authorities within the sport to drive even further towards excellence in health and safety.

My brother is a keen snowboarder and recently broke his leg whilst snowboarding. Although this was not his fault, many of the complications that went along with the injury could have been avoided with due care and attention. This includes the fact he was stranded on a slope for over 4 hours before he was noticed by a boarder who was then able to go and get help. But how could this have been avoided. Firstly he should not have chosen to hit the slopes on his own. Through doing this problems arise automatically, if you do have to go snowboarding on your own then make sure you tell people that you are away. I would also call on snowboarding facilities to keep better records of who is on the slope, and for what time. This could certainly help with many issues.

I would secondly advice and call for people to carry mobile phones with them when they go snowboarding. Even, a mobile phone on its own may not be enough if you do not have a signal or do not have any battery left in your phone. This is why I advise that you ensure that your battery is full at all times, and that you also take appropriate care to ensure that you have a replacement SIM card. If you have a replacement SIM card that works on your phone you may be doubling the chances of you being able to contact someone if you phone does not work. This is why people also choose to carry a torch, a flare or an air horn. All of these can work in alerting people to a situation as long as they are near where you currently are.

Health and safety are prominent issues in snowboarding and that is why we all, have to be careful that we abide by them. Through choosing to take simple measure we can all choose to snowboard, and enjoy ourselves at the same time. Do not make yourself another statistic.

Jasmine Stone asked:


Buying a Snowboard isn’t as trouble-free as it used to be. There are approximately 20 various types of Snowboards. With so many enormous choices, the snowboarder in the present day needs to be knowledgeable, so I put this list together in hopes that How to Buy a Snowboard will be an exciting and pleasurable experience.

There are many different types of snowboards available today. Here are the most common types of snowboards: Freeride boards, Freestyle boards, Backcountry boards, Park/Pipe boards, Kids boards, Women’s boards, Boardercross boards and Signature series boards. As you can see you, you have your work cut out for you in making a decision on what board to buy.

Snowboard buying necessitates a few central questions to be answered, but you’ll be encouraged in knowing that you, by now, have the answers. Your, height weight, riding style and foot size are the chief features that will classify the suitable width, shape, stiffness and height of the board you’ll buy.

Although there are other factors to be taken into consideration, a few of the ones you should be familiar about is your riding ability and riding style. The riding style you have a preference for will lend a hand in determining the sort of board you ought to buy. There are a lot of diverse opinions on the countless riding styles there are but I am going to split them up into three main categories of riding styles.

All Mountain and Freeride style-a freeride or all mountain snowboarder make use of the whole mountain. You enjoy catching air, carving and basically all riding aspects. This is the essence of snowboarding. While a clichéd expression in snowboarding, freeride is still the best way to portray the majority of snowboarders. These riders take pleasure in the whole thing about snowboarding: the imagination that can only be understood sliding the half-pipe, the astounding feel of carving a turn on slopes, the sense of flight you get at lift-off from the big-air jump, and the feel of freedom one gets sliding on new snow. It is still inconceivably first-rate fun on spruced slopes. For next in line we will present the following.

Freestyle or Technical riding- involves mostly jumps, trick riding, rail sliding, grabs, jibbing, spins and tearing it up. Technical freestyle riding is usually set up in the parks or near the halfpipe. For a beginning snowboarder, freestyle and technical boards are the best choice. This style is well-liked among the younger snowboarders. Many of today’s technical freestyle riders come to snowboarding with an understanding as a BMX, in-line skater, skateboarder, or other action sports conditions. While the gear specific to this category of rider excels in park and pipe riding, it can also be very adaptable across the whole mountain at less than full-speed. We now will move on to the last category.

Carve/Alpine style-pulls together speed and deep turning and make the most of everything the mountain has to put forward. Alpine riders are repeatedly transitioning from one turn into the next. It is all about hard carving and high speed. Expert skiers who decide to learn snowboarding tend to like the performance of carving boards, although stiffer flex and narrower width can make them intolerant for beginners. These types of riders are recognizable out of the crowd; they are always seen laying a trench in the snow with each turn. These riders “use” a snowboards edge like no others, while using authoritative body movements and gravity as their friend, alpine riders enjoy the sport only when they are attached to the snow.

In conclusion, these are the basics of How to Buy a Snowboard. All the most important issues have been enclosed and hopefully the buying process will be simpler for you.

However please keep in mind that whatever you choose to buy, remember that it is your choice and that nobody has a right to influence you at all.