I've already had way more than one time... my bike has had a few paintjobs and major parts raplaced...
As for the gripping while skiing... yes if you put too much pressure you'll grip and fall hard... that's where the trial and error comes into play. If you have no pressure the bike'll steer into the curb... fast!
The only way to learn is to try... and unfortunatly crash. Everyone crashes, it's just a matter of when... and if you learn something from it it'll make you a better rider in the long run... if you're alive
I would do so much crazier stuff if I didn't have to pay for the damages.... so I have to be a bit careful. Once I can afford a beater stunt bike then the fun will really start
