Spraymakers w/ Rossi and Trent

The Season’s Over

December 13, 2021 15:58 - 36 minutes - 66.7 MB

It’s the end of the season as we know it, this episode marks the end of the second season of Spraymakers, and thanks to all that have tuned in! The boys felt it fitting to talk about the end of the waterski season and what the off-season looks like.

Questions Round Three

November 29, 2021 06:00 - 41 minutes - 76 MB

In this third installment of listener-inspired questions, the boys touch on fear and mental blocks in skiing as well as Zero Off and its impact. Lastly, they touch on getting the best swing into the buoy.

Listener Feedback

November 15, 2021 04:00 - 36 minutes - 67.7 MB

This week the guys jump into some listener questions about fitness, the off-season, and handle guards, enjoy the conversation.

Changing Directions

November 08, 2021 03:00 - 35 minutes - 64.8 MB

The edge change is a time where the most things have to happen simultaneously to be effective. That doesn’t mean it has to be difficult though, learn how to make that edge change seamless with the boys.

Setup for Success

November 01, 2021 01:00 - 36 minutes - 67 MB

This week the boys jump into ski setup and how to maximize your setup to allow you to be in control of your ski on the water.

Making Mistakes

October 25, 2021 17:03 - 42 minutes - 77.2 MB

The relationship between a skier and coach is a special one that works best when a coach can allow a skier to understand why they do the things they do and how to adapt. Listen as the guys discuss how to analyze and address mistakes made in your skiing based on the knowledge you have gained.

Housekeeping

October 04, 2021 04:00 - 36 minutes - 66.3 MB

This week the guys do a bit of housekeeping or general conversation over a plethora of topics. Touching on short memories, adaptability and line tension they go over a few essentials to focus on that will help you finish the season strong.

Slack

September 27, 2021 15:25 - 46 minutes - 84.5 MB

There’s nothing worse than skiing a turn into slack rope, learn what causes it, how to prevent it and the most ideal way to ski yourself out of that dreaded situation.

Wear & Tear

August 30, 2021 03:00 - 44 minutes - 81 MB

Mid-season stoke is high but at this stage in the year little tweaks here and there are part of the game. Learn how to not only handle but overcome any nagging pains that you may be facing.

Plateaus

July 26, 2021 03:54 - 39 minutes - 71.6 MB

Reaching a plateau in the middle of your season happens to everyone. How you handle that can make or break you, learn how to bust through with the boys. Also, thanks for making it to Episode 20 of this second season, we’ll be taking a two-week mid-season break and we will be back August 16th!

Maximize Your Coaching

July 19, 2021 04:00 - 35 minutes - 65.1 MB

Hopefully, you’re able to receive some waterski coaching this season and whether that’s at a ski school, a clinic, or maybe virtually through an app like Givego the boys have some advice on how to get the most out of your coached sets.

Roadblocks

July 12, 2021 02:00 - 39 minutes - 72.4 MB

There are always roadblocks on the way to slalom greatness, let the boys teach you how to navigate the way.

Vision

July 05, 2021 04:00 - 37 minutes - 68.4 MB

Where you look has a monumental impact on your skiing. The guys talk about bringing a more global vision to your time on the water.

The Handle

June 28, 2021 16:27 - 48 minutes - 88.7 MB

Thanks for tuning in to Spraymakers, the podcast where Chris Rossi and Trent Finlayson dive deep into the world of waterskiing. Handle position can often be overlooked but all the movements you make dictate a natural path for the handle to take, figure out how to make it work in your favor.

Tournaments

June 14, 2021 02:00 - 41 minutes - 76 MB

You’ve been training hard and now it’s time to get tournament ready. This week the guys talk about what it takes to transfer what you’ve been working on in practice and make it count on contest day.

Unwritten Rules

June 07, 2021 13:52 - 46 minutes - 84.8 MB

The guys take a lighter note today to talk about some of skiing’s unwritten rules and some common etiquette to think about this summer when you’re out skiing.

Turning

May 17, 2021 02:35 - 42 minutes - 78.5 MB

Turning is often too much the focal point of people's training rather than understanding it’s a byproduct of many other factors. Listen as the guys dig into this week's discussion on turning.

The Perfect Path

May 10, 2021 18:35 - 40 minutes - 74.1 MB

Today the guys are talking about the perfect path to take while skiing. They discuss ideal path vs perceived path and what is the actual best line to take through the pass.

Training Regiment

May 03, 2021 03:00 - 38 minutes - 70.5 MB

The season is really kicking off and with everyone getting more time on the water the boys wanted to talk about training and what their schedules look like as well as offer some wisdom on best training practices.

Work Zone

April 26, 2021 04:00 - 42 minutes - 78.6 MB

Behind the boat is where the magic happens, this week the guys discuss the ideal zone of power to be in to maximize speed and space.

Fatal Flaws

April 19, 2021 04:00 - 39 minutes - 72.1 MB

This week the guys talk about what it takes to break through to the next level of your skiing. So many skiers have their hips back and arms bent but what’s causing that issue, let’s find out.

On the Water Now

April 11, 2021 17:00 - 35 minutes - 65.6 MB

It’s time to get on the water. Spring has sprung and the boys talk about the best approach to take when you start your ski season.

Make a Plan

April 05, 2021 04:00 - 35 minutes - 65.4 MB

Planning may not sound like the most riveting of topics but it will pay dividends to your ski season, listen and find out how!

Visualization

March 29, 2021 04:00 - 38 minutes - 70.5 MB

Visualization plays a major role in the progress of technique to a skier. Listen as the boys chat through their approaches to this concept.

Take It To The Water

March 22, 2021 04:00 - 36 minutes - 67.5 MB

Last week Rossi and Trent talked about finding your stack on land before taking it to the water. This week the boys give some key highlights on what it takes to transition it properly to behind the boat and what your key alignment focuses should be.

The Boys Are Back

March 15, 2021 03:22 - 40 minutes - 73.3 MB

Rossi and Trent are back in action for the second season of Spraymakers, where they dive deep into the world of water skiing. In this kickoff episode, they talk about the start of their seasons and some key highlights they look at while coaching.

Off-Season Plans

October 13, 2020 01:04 - 36 minutes - 33.4 MB

The boys jump into how to wind down for the season and give you some things to think about when it comes to handling time off over the winter. This week's show will conclude season one but don’t fear, Rossi and Trent will be back for a second season next spring!

Skiing in the Glare and Rain

October 05, 2020 00:00 - 38 minutes - 35.3 MB

Skiing in the glare and rain is something that all skiers will face at some point and something that many skiers face often, learn how to conquer those conditions in this week's episode.

Light On The Line

September 28, 2020 00:00 - 39 minutes - 36.1 MB

What’s it mean to be light on the line? Listen and find out as the guys chat through an often disputed theory.

Tournament Game Plan

September 21, 2020 16:30 - 45 minutes - 42.1 MB

The boys have talked about tournament prep before but this week they’re digging deeper into what it takes to ski confidently and set a tournament game plan.

Slalom Elbow

September 13, 2020 22:14 - 36 minutes - 34.1 MB

Slalom Elbow is a pain most skiers have experienced in their lifetime, the boys discuss how to overcome it as well as how to prevent it.

Edge Change Dynamics

September 08, 2020 01:01 - 40 minutes - 37.8 MB

In this episode, the guys discuss edge change. Answering questions about what affect speed and line length have on edge change location and how you can utilize body position to have a greater effect on your speed.

Boots

August 30, 2020 22:54 - 35 minutes - 32.8 MB

On this weeks show the guys discuss boots and the reasoning between rocking double boots or a rear toe plate, enjoy.

Zero Off Settings

August 23, 2020 19:09 - 33 minutes - 31.3 MB

Happy to have the boys back and this week they’re discussing Zero Off, it’s been around for a while now but there’s always an air of mystery about what the best letter/number combination is, give it a listen and then do some experimenting.

Coaching Your Friends

July 27, 2020 22:27 - 33 minutes - 31.3 MB

Coaching your friends and ski partners can always be tricky, listen to what Rossi and Trent have to say about making it easier!

Recurring Themes

July 20, 2020 03:00 - 43 minutes - 40.3 MB

This week the guys talk about three big subjects that always seem to get thrown around, back arm pressure, reach and grip.

Open Water Skiing

July 12, 2020 18:31 - 36 minutes - 33.9 MB

Listen as Rossi and Trent talk about open water skiing and the rhythm and timing methods they have to give you the best free skiing experience.

Counter Rotation

June 29, 2020 04:00 - 33 minutes - 61.6 MB

Counter Rotation was all the rage a few years back but we hear less about it these days, listen as the boys describe it and how it is incorporated into your skiing.

Stacked Position

June 15, 2020 15:53 - 40 minutes - 74.3 MB

A stacked position is a huge piece in the power puzzle. Listen as the boys dissect how to get into an effective stack and why it’s so important.

Slumpbusters

June 08, 2020 03:13 - 41 minutes - 76.8 MB

Slumps in your skiing are the worst but everyone has found themselves in one. The boys will talk you through how to avoid them and how to get out of 'em!

Onside Turns

June 01, 2020 02:00 - 39 minutes - 72.4 MB

Onside turns are more natural for most people and fun to watch when they connect, listen as the boys dissect that half of a turn.

Offside Turn

May 25, 2020 04:00 - 39 minutes - 71.9 MB

The offside turn can be a nemesis to so many people in the course, listen to what the boys have to say about dialing in that side!

Driving Tips

May 18, 2020 02:00 - 41 minutes - 75.1 MB

Listen as Rossi and Trent discuss driving tips and what you can do to become a better driver. Some awesome bits and pieces that are small things you can implement into your boat driving to improve everyone's experience.

Ski Set Up

May 11, 2020 03:27 - 41 minutes - 75.2 MB

Rossi and Trent discuss ski set up and all the variables that go into getting your ride dialed for the season!

Strengths and Weaknesses

May 04, 2020 00:00 - 33 minutes - 61 MB

In this milestone 10th episode the guys discuss their strengths and weaknesses on the water. They jump into what they do to combat their flaws and how they can use strengths to overcome any pass.

Line Length Progression

April 27, 2020 04:00 - 47 minutes - 86.6 MB

This week the talk is all about what it takes to move from pass to pass and challenges everyone faces as the rope gets shorter.

Core Fundamentals

April 19, 2020 16:49 - 39 minutes - 72.8 MB

Rossi and Trent are talking about core fundamentals and discussing the foundation you need to build before true progression can occur.

Tournament Prep

April 13, 2020 00:43 - 39 minutes - 72 MB

Tournaments play a big role in most skier's lives and this week the guys dive into some best practices when it comes to preparing for tournament season.

Favorite Ski Sites

April 06, 2020 00:24 - 39 minutes - 72.2 MB

We’re talking about ski trips, the boys chat about the coolest spots they’ve traveled and some of the most iconic locations in the sport.

Ski Design

March 23, 2020 01:42 - 36 minutes - 66.8 MB

Trent gets into Rossi’s brain and they discuss all the pieces it takes to make a ski come together.

Spraymakers w/ Rossi and Trent

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