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Sundown Bump or Bust II - 3/22/09

Course for mogul comp?

  • Top to bottom

    Votes: 2 13.3%
  • From the lower/middle of the steep section to the bottom

    Votes: 8 53.3%
  • Top to midstation

    Votes: 1 6.7%
  • Top of steep pitch to midstation

    Votes: 1 6.7%
  • Lower pitch only (midstation to bottom)

    Votes: 1 6.7%
  • Exhibition ;)

    Votes: 2 13.3%

  • Total voters
    15
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SkiDork

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I will be videoing with my JVC high def cam. I can certainly switch cams when my son isn't skiing if needed.
 

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Course length has me a little concerned as well... that is a pretty good stretch for some of us. It may be the answer to my inability to reach decent speeds- legs too tired to turn? I may rip it yet... just make sure the finish is clear for a Jayesque finish (hopefully without the injuries due to softer snow).
 

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I'll be there if you want me to record again.
I had already volunteered you! :D

jeff, you are entering the comp and not available for video duty.
:p

I will be bringing the DSLR and plan on having a good spot to get pics, but I'm not sure how well I'll do with actually operating it since I haven't had much time lately to re-learn that stuff. :oops:
 

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Alan made a suggestion today to just groom the last 6 or 8 rows of bumps. It's almost straightline sillyness at this point.
 

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Alan made a suggestion today to just groom the last 6 or 8 rows of bumps. It's almost straightline sillyness at this point.

Could we move those to the top or store them away for next season.:wink:
 

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Course length has me a little concerned as well... that is a pretty good stretch for some of us. It may be the answer to my inability to reach decent speeds- legs too tired to turn? I may rip it yet... just make sure the finish is clear for a Jayesque finish (hopefully without the injuries due to softer snow).

It is a long course, but we did a few hot runs tonight from where we thought the start might be and everyone managed to finish. We didn't hit the course kickers (which are constructed, but closed), but we skied the rest of the course in duals format, which was really cool. We did it at the end of the session too, when everyone was tired. I'm now very confident that I can at least ski the whole course, especially on fresher legs.
 

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It is a long course, but we did a few hot runs tonight from where we thought the start might be and everyone managed to finish. We didn't hit the course kickers (which are constructed, but closed), but we skied the rest of the course in duals format, which was really cool. We did it at the end of the session too, when everyone was tired. I'm now very confident that I can at least ski the whole course, especially on fresher legs.

We shall see... if they groom the last 6-8 rows if may help-- I can stop holding on for dear life a little sooner.
 

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It is a long course, but we did a few hot runs tonight from where we thought the start might be and everyone managed to finish. We didn't hit the course kickers (which are constructed, but closed), but we skied the rest of the course in duals format, which was really cool. We did it at the end of the session too, when everyone was tired. I'm now very confident that I can at least ski the whole course, especially on fresher legs.

I agree with Brian. I was concearned about course lenght at first, but last night eased those concearns. The 2 airs will add another dimension.
 

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I agree with Brian. I was concearned about course lenght at first, but last night eased those concearns. The 2 airs will add another dimension.

Yes, the airs are adding some apprehension for me. Luckily, for me, they don't seem really big.
 

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I agree with Brian. I was concearned about course lenght at first, but last night eased those concearns. The 2 airs will add another dimension.

Yes, the airs are adding some apprehension for me. Luckily, for me, they don't seem really big.

The adrenaline of the day will help you get over the air anxiety. I actually hope they make them bigger. Kinda small right now. Not sure how it's going to go, but I want to try a double air. I've only tried it a few times and it never really looked all that good I'm sure, but if I can pull it off, it might be the edge I need if I get a duel. 2' oclock twist > No-ssack combo? Siiiiiiiick.... :lol:

BTW:

Sunday: Mostly sunny, with a high near 49

What? What?
 

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The adrenaline of the day will help you get over the air anxiety. I actually hope they make them bigger. Kinda small right now. Not sure how it's going to go, but I want to try a double air. I've only tried it a few times and it never really looked all that good I'm sure, but if I can pull it off, it might be the edge I need if I get a duel. 2' oclock twist > No-ssack combo? Siiiiiiiick.... :lol:

I don't mind getting air anymore (I am starting to like it), but I still have not quite figured out how to get back into the bumps on my line after the air.
 

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Jay - I can't remember if you're competing or not, but either way you should come. If you're not on skis, just drink a lot and whoop it up!
:beer:
 

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Jay - I can't remember if you're competing or not, but either way you should come. If you're not on skis, just drink a lot and whoop it up!
:beer:

I am still up in the air on competing. I want to and feel like I could but know I will pay for it big time the next couple of weeks. I do plan on being there one way or another. If I'm not on skis I wil def be cheering you guys on. I take that back, Greg if you are skiing against a chick again I'm going to be cheering for her :wink: 8)
 
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