mondeo
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Apparently Greg is in the minority that thinks reading comprehension is overrated.
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You’re In The Minority
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Apparently Greg is in the minority that thinks reading comprehension is overrated.
freakin CLITS! you guys all need a bumper sticker that says "I'd rather be ass noodling" :lol:
BAHA Rather be ass noodling. That is funny.
awf170
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Because I skied bumps at Mt. Snow with you guys, and one at MRG in April. The rest of the year I was touring, skiing woods, or trying to perfect GSS goose stompin' method of GS turning small bumps.
This year though, it's going to be different. I need to get into training mode for the Jan. Sundown comp. Sure I would rather be skiing woods, but the fact that I'll able to talk trash for months to come if I beat the CLITS, will be well worth the effort.
Though I'll probably wreck in the comp, come in last place, and get made fun of non-stop for the rest of the season. That would be pretty hilarious.:lol:
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PA Ridge Racer
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- I like Stratton AND their faux base village
- I ski in Pennsylvania most of the winter (don't really have a choice there) but enjoy it.
- For those who do ski in Pennsylvania, I prefer Jack Frost to Blue, Camelback or Sno
- I ski in Pennsylvania most of the winter (don't really have a choice there) but enjoy it.
- For those who do ski in Pennsylvania, I prefer Jack Frost to Blue, Camelback or Sno
skibum9995
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Groomers are fun.
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hmm... agree 50% or maybe i should disagree 50%, not sure which way to go?
skis are overemphasized, boots are underemphasized. imo, boots are the most important gear especially when @ss noodling.
got a couple... no need for sharp edges. they just hang up.
no need to buckle your boots, it just makes your feet tired..
.Boots can never have enough forward lean... its the friggin athletic stance...
never enough flex (in any direction) don;t rely on plastic to make your skiing work...
polypropelene socks are a waste of money, as are face warmers and ski gloves. Gloves are readily available at hardware stores accross the country
poles should never cost more than coffee
no need to buckle your boots, it just makes your feet tired..
.Boots can never have enough forward lean... its the friggin athletic stance...
never enough flex (in any direction) don;t rely on plastic to make your skiing work...
polypropelene socks are a waste of money, as are face warmers and ski gloves. Gloves are readily available at hardware stores accross the country
poles should never cost more than coffee
Cotton does not kill and it makes for a really comforable base layer.
MRG is over rated.
Whiteface skis like a tilted ironing board and is boring.
Mt. Snow isn't worth the bother.
And yes, skiing in the rain does suck.
MRG is over rated.
Whiteface skis like a tilted ironing board and is boring.
Mt. Snow isn't worth the bother.
And yes, skiing in the rain does suck.
+1 there
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I agree...I work in the rain, play golf in the rain, ghostride the whip in the rain..why not ski in the rain...
mondeo
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I'm in the minority of people who think their opinions are in the majority.
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I think this question really depends on the coast you ski on, and I agree with MattChuck that its not fair to ever really compare them.
For the west (primarily Jackson):
Lift served is better than touring.
Crowds at the resort are for the best.
Heavier snow makes for a better powder day.
- I work for the Four Seasons currently, and while crowds lead to long gondi lines and stupid questions, they are directly responsible for 50% of my income. That being said, if you know a mountain well, it is not a problem and touring for the majority of your ski day is not worth it for a couple runs of almost untracked powder. Here in Jackson theres always someone who has beat you to most of the goods. Sure there are some shots, but untracked the whole way down ... not happening. Also, while the "cowboy powder" as they call it here (think 1" moisture to 20 inches snow) makes for fun turns, the heavier stuff keeps you above most of the stuff down lower, while Ill almost always feel the "bottom" more on those truely light days.
For the east (everywhere):
Crowds are the suck.
Snowmaking is never "good" or "great", just a mere compromise for a lack of natural.
Groomers are the best ski condition in the east.
-Crowds, despite the benefits I mention above, suck back east. Theres a severe lack of acreage for the amount of people who ski on the east coast. Plus, its waaay cheaper to live in a ski town back east. In the west 10000 people over 2500 acres is better than 10000 over 250-500. You always here good snowmaking coverage being trumped, or how many snowguns they have, or "the best snowmaking in the east". Laaaame. Its never really that good, certainly never great, and comparing suck to other suck is like bragging about being a second team all-american...pointless. One good natural event will keep conditions strong for a week, while daily snowmaking creates icy, hard conditions no matter how you slice it. Even still, on 90% of days back east, groomers are the best option. 3-6" of powder on top of ice really isnt that great and Id rather they just groom it out. Plus, with thaws, ice events, et all, the backcountry and off-piste offerings usually are more work to get down than people make it out to be.
For the west (primarily Jackson):
Lift served is better than touring.
Crowds at the resort are for the best.
Heavier snow makes for a better powder day.
- I work for the Four Seasons currently, and while crowds lead to long gondi lines and stupid questions, they are directly responsible for 50% of my income. That being said, if you know a mountain well, it is not a problem and touring for the majority of your ski day is not worth it for a couple runs of almost untracked powder. Here in Jackson theres always someone who has beat you to most of the goods. Sure there are some shots, but untracked the whole way down ... not happening. Also, while the "cowboy powder" as they call it here (think 1" moisture to 20 inches snow) makes for fun turns, the heavier stuff keeps you above most of the stuff down lower, while Ill almost always feel the "bottom" more on those truely light days.
For the east (everywhere):
Crowds are the suck.
Snowmaking is never "good" or "great", just a mere compromise for a lack of natural.
Groomers are the best ski condition in the east.
-Crowds, despite the benefits I mention above, suck back east. Theres a severe lack of acreage for the amount of people who ski on the east coast. Plus, its waaay cheaper to live in a ski town back east. In the west 10000 people over 2500 acres is better than 10000 over 250-500. You always here good snowmaking coverage being trumped, or how many snowguns they have, or "the best snowmaking in the east". Laaaame. Its never really that good, certainly never great, and comparing suck to other suck is like bragging about being a second team all-american...pointless. One good natural event will keep conditions strong for a week, while daily snowmaking creates icy, hard conditions no matter how you slice it. Even still, on 90% of days back east, groomers are the best option. 3-6" of powder on top of ice really isnt that great and Id rather they just groom it out. Plus, with thaws, ice events, et all, the backcountry and off-piste offerings usually are more work to get down than people make it out to be.
LonghornSkier
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Sugarbush is overated.
Wildcat is better than Mt. Snow
Wildcat is better than Mt. Snow
GrilledSteezeSandwich
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Thinks Dust on crust is good conditions..dust on crust is a milimeter of snow in the Poconos..3 inches in Vermont..and less than 7 inches out west..and I enjoy it all..whenever I can look back and see my tracks it's a good thing..
Likes Thin and Crispy Pizza better than pan.
Dislikes full service gas stations in NJ would rather pay more to pump myself in PA or NY
When it's not ski season..enjoys lots and lots of heavy rain..
Has a thing for smart women
Doesn't care if a woman is a skier
Still wears Tevas on a regular basis..
Likes Thin and Crispy Pizza better than pan.
Dislikes full service gas stations in NJ would rather pay more to pump myself in PA or NY
When it's not ski season..enjoys lots and lots of heavy rain..
Has a thing for smart women
Doesn't care if a woman is a skier
Still wears Tevas on a regular basis..
skiing is life
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what is a C.L.I. T ?
connecticut legit intense terrain (seeker)
Its actually C.L.I.T.S. and it was started by hpd.
members of the clits are in no particular order; Greg, bvibert, powhunter,mr.evil and myself. I could add more but i feel they need to buy bump skis to be part of the inner circle.
Its actually C.L.I.T.S. and it was started by hpd.
members of the clits are in no particular order; Greg, bvibert, powhunter,mr.evil and myself. I could add more but i feel they need to buy bump skis to be part of the inner circle.
highpeaksdrifter
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I think you mean it was uncovered by hpd.:wink:
trtaylor
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No surprise given your signature picture.
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