(Episode 9): San Tan Lakeside Estates

The Ski With Wade Podcast – Episode 09

San Tan Lakes

SUMMARY:

On this episode of the Ski With Wade podcast, I am on location at San Tan Lakes, in Arizona. I’m down here coaching a camp and I was able to snag a few students willing to talk ski with me. I cut it up with Brent Eason, his son Carter and girlfriend Brianna, Scott, Pam, Dana and Jeannie about pointers, tricks, and the in and outs of our favorite sport.

TOPICS COVERED:  

-       Slalom skiing

-       Maintaining Balance

-       Traveling and traveling companions

-       Finding success no matter when you started skiing

-       Making your first pass

-       Skiing in Saltwater

QUOTES:

“Get more stacked - I think that really made a big difference early, made that path a little bit higher, a little bit smoother.”

“As soon as we're working with what the manufacturer's asking, it’s a way easier gig.”

“Be balanced when you do your weight crossing.”

“Everybody that's got a Lakehouse is like Elvis Presley… cool again.”

“[With COVID-19] Everybody living outdoors again.”

“Making your first pass… That's something you never forget.”

“If you've ever skied in saltwater you realize it's a completely different endeavor, the water is much more temperamental.”

BLOG:

In this episode of Ski With Wade, I come to you from San Tan Lakeside Estates. I had the pleasure of speaking to skiers, young and old who are down here taking part in my ski camp. It was a blast reflecting on what they learned as well as a bit about their lives and waterski journeys.

Starting with Brent Eason, ripping slalom skier. Hailing from Alaska he takes quite the journey back and forth to Arizona.  

Next, I chat with Scott who talks about his progress and how the right equipment supported his success and enjoyment out on the water.  

Next, I talked to Pam Guthrie, a Facebook friend, and Kentucky native.  Pam talks about skiing on public lakes and her goal of competing in worlds. Pam is joined by her daughter Dana, who she lives with and who is her traveling companion. We discuss the benefits of traveling with family.  

After Dana, I talk