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Is Alpinezone the new Epicski?

snowmonster

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Now that we're having this debate, one thing's for sure, AZ is not the new TGR!

As for being the new Epicski, as someone pointed out, we'll need more threads on ski technique -- and gear specs and waxing/tuning technique -- to even come close.
 

Puck it

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So using the noun to describe a bunch of kindling wood is out the question too?



And why are there no heterosexual pride parades?
 

Black Phantom

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Still time to sign up. Check the discount thread for vouchers.

http://gayskiweek.com/

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songfta

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Oh-kayeee.... this conversation has taken a quick dive into the gutter.

Anywho....

I also echo the suggestion that, to become "the next Epic," you'll need more instruction discussion - discussion which ends up devolving into a "my-way-or-the-highway" war between different schools of instruction, including a lot of bashing of well-known instructors and systems (e.g. any mention of RS or HH starts up some massive flame wars, user bans, moderation of posts, etc. - lots of feelings hurt over a tempest in a teapot).

And then there's the business aspect of Epic that can get in the way of the community aspect - not fun at all!

Frankly, there's a lot of good ski instruction/technique talk at Skier Village (full disclosure: I'm a coach at said site), but I love how AZ is focused on the Northeast, which is a good niche! AZ and SJ work well together to gather the full range of Northeast (and a few Mid-Atlantic) skiers!

Thanks for the greetings, Liquid! I plan on being a bit more participatory here an on SJ than I have been, of late!
 

SteveInCT

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I am against your association and I am offended.:uzi:

With the weather we are having, any snow is coming from the guns.. I would LOVE to remove the "packed" and just have powder. For now, I am all for advancing ANY snow and from the gun, that would be packed powder. :beer:
 
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