The "Sugarbush Thread"

[thetrailboss]

It would be odd to see GMX replaced as it is only 21 years old right now. But I know it has had a lot of issues ever since it was struck by lightning. Gatehouse could use a six pack, and the top of it could use a regrade so that it is not an uphill schlep to get to North Lynx or Slidebrook from the top of Gatehouse. Are there still plans to put a mid mid mountain lodge at the top of Gatehouse?

I got back to Sugarbush for the first time in a number of years last weekend. Even though the conditions were less than desirable it was great to be back at the Bush. Mount Ellen is neck and neck with Pico for my favorite mountain in Vermont, they are both really similar in their old school but not outdated Vermont charm. Love that they are now embracing the Glen Ellen history with the Glen Ellen sign in the lodge and was able to pick up a Glen Ellen pin in the shop.

I doubt that Gatehouse has enough terrain to support a six-pack. I might also say the same for Bravo, but that is a closer call. NRX needs to be replaced as it is near the end of its useful life (1990 install, 1995 relocation).

 

[Kingslug20]

Went over to Ellen for a while..

 

[djd66]

Went over to Ellen for a while..


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Got love a good Slug Selfie!

How was the skiing? Looks really nice - did it soften up?

 

[Kingslug20]

Oh yeah..got too soft down below around 2.

 

[Kingslug20]

Saw 2 guys skiing every bump run...even FIS...they weren't spring chickens...very impressive as these moguls were not soft

 

[mikec142]

KS,

I’m surprised u go for the clear lenses on a sunny day?

 

[Kingslug20]

Wrecked the other lenses in Europe...the sun went away around 1...
And when in stowe...the sun rarely shines...
Expensive lenses...

 

[cdskier]

Went over to Ellen for a while..


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I skied Ellen yesterday. Trails on the bottom like Walts and Brambles softened up nicely. Stuff up top stayed firm. Also finally ate at the Miso place at the base. Those Japanese Rice Balls were delicious!

Was at Lincoln Peak this morning. Wasn't expecting so much sun and it to warm up so much. Everything on North Lynx was soft by 11.

Likely heading to Stowe tomorrow...

 

[ThatGuy]

Wrecked the other lenses in Europe...the sun went away around 1...
And when in stowe...the sun rarely shines...
Expensive lenses...

https://www.amazon.com/OutdoorMaster-Ski-Goggles-PRO-Interchangeable/dp/B014XKTFI0/ref=asc_df_B014XKTFI0/?tag=hyprod-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=198074357487&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=3599467696995378497&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=m&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9004725&hvtargid=pla-379817583064&psc=1

These are cheap and get the job done

 

[Kingslug20]

About 10x cheaper than the Anon m4!

 

[jimmywilson69]

wow at that price you could replace a few times before the cost of a "name brand" goggle...

 

[Hawk]

You get what you pay for. Had a friend buy those. He was not happy. Fogging issues and he said they were cheesey. I like my Smith IO Chroma Mags. They work really well with my Smith Helmut.

 

[xlr8r]

The Outdoor Masters are pretty small as well. Does anyone know of any cheaper goggle options for people with big heads?

 

[Kingslug20]

I tend to buy the best I can and hope it lasts..
It's why I don't shop at Harbor freight for most tools. I have tools that are older than me...

 

[KustyTheKlown]

You get what you pay for. Had a friend buy those. He was not happy. Fogging issues and he said they were cheesey. I like my Smith IO Chroma Mags. They work really well with my Smith Helmut.

cheesy and cheap. being cheap about goggles is a surefire way to ruin a good day of skiing when it is snowing

 

[KustyTheKlown]

The Outdoor Masters are pretty small as well. Does anyone know of any cheaper goggle options for people with big heads?

oakley flight decks are huge. i actually felt they were too big and opted for the flight deck xm which is their medium sized version

 

[jimmywilson69]

oh yeah I've always been a Smith guy but I could see grabbing a pair of these as a backup.

I am a tiny human, so small isn't an issue with me. I think my current pair are "Asian fit" LOL

 

[Kingslug20]

A bit firm today...HG is having its usual issues...Bluebird day though...

 

[thetrailboss]

You get what you pay for. Had a friend buy those. He was not happy. Fogging issues and he said they were cheesey. I like my Smith IO Chroma Mags. They work really well with my Smith Helmut.

I am very skeptical of Amazon no-name brand items. They are usually cheap knock-offs and are probably the result of someone stealing intellectual property of someone else and doing a terrible job of replicating it.

 

[x10003q]

Went over to Ellen for a while..


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Excellent shots! We were up at SB 3-5 to 3-10. We had a great time, especially at Ellen. Kudos to you for the shots on Slide Brook. Despite the great views, none of us were brave enough to pull out our phones on Slide Brook.