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01/29/2012 12:44 PM
Wachusett January 25th
Forgot my camera / phone in the car, so no photos today :)
I arrived around 6PM and skied until around 8PM. Conditions were bizarre ... I think the rain and freeze thaw cycles messed with the snow. Even the freshly groomed stuff skied odd. It was like a mix between spring conditions with some hardpack underneath. Not icy, but easy to catch a tip. Overall granular.
I stuck on the Polar Express the entire time I was there. The lift lines were really long at the Minuteman for the racers and...
01/29/2012 12:44 PM
Sugarbush 1/24/2012
Date(s) Skied: 1/24/2012
Resort or Ski Area: Sugarbush
Conditions: Granular/ICE
Trip Report:
We left Binghamton about one o'clock Monday afternoon. It started raining about halfway on our journey. We checked into the Golden Lion about six o'clock. We ran into two guys from Quebec at breakfast who had skied Monday and said it was pretty good but Mt. Ellen was a bit sketchy. We made it to the hill at about 9:15. Things were pretty soft in the morning...
01/29/2012 12:44 PM
Mt. Cranmore 1.24.12
Stayed at a friends condo with my GF in Bartlett monday night. Ride up rt.16 was torrential rain with occasional pouring rain. It was freakin nasty out but I was hopeful the rain and forcast of rising temps would yield some soft snow and spring conditions on tuesday.
We ate dinner at Delaney's in North Conway which was delicous as always. The roads were getting pretty nasty with all the the rain and some freezing precip that had fallen earlier in the Valley so we headed to bed.
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01/29/2012 12:44 PM
Huntah Jan 24, 2012
Spring bumpin' at its best today! Saw this day coming, warm day after rain, not too cold night before, thanks to Mother Nature for keeping the cold away long enough -- incredible spring skiing in January -- lower K to the bump course mostly (many thanks to Skippy and the grooming crew for NOT mowing down the course which sadly seems to be the Huntah mentality last few years). Did a few Hellgate to upper Xover to bump course too which was also awesome spring bangin'. Ran into Justin and his...
01/29/2012 12:44 PM
Wildcat - 1/21/2012
Just some video from the day, using the new GoPro.
Snow was good in many places, not so good in others.
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01/29/2012 12:44 PM
Bushwhack Adventure Land 1/21/2012
(also posted this on T4T)
Viburnum alnifolium aka Hobblebush aka Scrub brush aka pucker brush... at least that's what I decided to call the stuff. Correct me if I am wrong, I am curious to the actual name of this stuff and that is what I found online. Another thing some people call that brush would be "annoying" but that's all part of the fun for early season skiing!
The technique to skiing it is point your tips down the fall-line and cover your face and hope you make it through... it has...
01/29/2012 12:44 PM
Sugarbush - Lincoln Peak Jan 21-22
Resort Skied: Sugarbush – Lincoln Peak
Date skied: 1/21-1/22
Conditions: Packed Powder, Loose & Frozen Granular, machine made styro snow
I woke up on Saturday to single digit temps and light snow falling. The snow report said there was 4” of snow on Friday and a fresh inch overnight, Steins was groomed and that the Castlerock chair was spinning so I decide to hit Lincoln Peak. Steins was groomed flat and a fast run. A groomed Steins is dramatically different...
01/29/2012 12:44 PM
Stowe 1/21 & Loon 1/22
Part 1:
Original plan was to use some coupons to Bolton Valley, after reading the fine print and looking at open trails -- we decided to head over to Stowe instead. I have not been to Stowe much -- I think 3-4 times before, enough to know the rough layout, but not really the trade secrets like where the best glades are, the best way to avoid crowds, where to park, how the sun hits the mtn..... sorry for lack of trail names, don't know the mtn well enough --...
01/29/2012 12:44 PM
Lincoln Gap Road (VT) 1/22/12
Groomers, glades, and slides all within a short distance of the trailhead. This place makes a great little tour for those in central VT... especially in thin cover conditions.
http://nebackcountry.blogspot.com/2012/01/trip-report-lincoln-gap-road.html#more
01/29/2012 12:44 PM
Sunapee 2012-01-22 ... the good, the okay, and the dick move
Alright so this was my first time at Sunapee I went there to meet a friend who lives right near there and he snowboards and he wanted to show me the mountain.
The good: Wow my friend can snowboard! Like, no joke 85mph bombing down the mountain with excellent control. I was impressed and it took a little extra nerve to keep up with him.
Most fun I have ever had skiing side by side with a snowboarder.
The okay: What they called "machine groomed packed powder" is what most people in the...
OnTheSnow - Northeast
01/27/2012 08:23 AM
Vermont's Haystack Mountain Reopens as Private Resort with Big Plans
The members-only resort resumed ski and ride operations in December 2011, new construction slated for spring 2012.
01/26/2012 08:19 AM
Where's the Snow This Weekend: Storm Track Heads Back North
More snow in the forecast for the Pacific Northwest, Northeast and Mid-Atlantic. A new front is forecasted for the end of next week in the Rockies.
01/23/2012 11:24 AM
Winter Dew Tour at Killington is a Wrap, New Cup Records Set
I-Pod wins first superpipe, Torin Yater-Wallace becomes youngest winner and Tom Wallisch earns highest score in Dew history in a busy weekend at Killington.
01/18/2012 11:05 PM
Where's the Snow This Weekend: The First Big Storm of 2012
The forecast is calling for snow across the country this weekend-including up to eight FEET in the Pacific Northwest.
01/17/2012 02:52 PM
Celebrate Bromley's 75th with $75 two-Day Lift Ticket, Jan. 21-22
Come ski and ride for a great deal during Bromley's 75th Anniversary Gala.
01/17/2012 08:32 AM
Okemo Softens the Landing with AMP Energy Air Bag
Okemo's new park feature provides safe place for freestyle athletes to do flips and practice jumps.
01/12/2012 01:57 PM
Where's the Snow This Weekend: New Storm Track for a New Year
Mother Nature looks to bring the snow back for the weekend of Jan. 13.
01/09/2012 07:36 AM
Holiday Valley Ups the Uphill Capacity at SnowPine Village
The new SnowPine Quad replaces double chair and improves ski- in/out access to condos.
01/06/2012 03:56 PM
A Look Through the 'Off-Piste' Lens of Vermont's Ember Photography
Photographers Brian Mohr and Emily Johnson share their 'Off-Piste' adventure slideshow series.
01/06/2012 02:09 PM
Red Bull Butter Cup Slides into Mount Snow this Weekend
Butter up and cut loose on the custom Red Bull butter pads and bring your bag of tricks.
OnTheSnow - Rocky Mountain
01/29/2012 10:44 AM
Recap: Day Three from Winter X Games 2012
Wise and Groenewoud win first SuperPipe Golds; Brown wins Ski Big Air on Day Three from Aspen.
01/29/2012 09:31 AM
Photo Gallery: Winter X Games Day 3
Men's Ski SuperPipe, Ski Big Air and Snowboarder X were all part of Saturday's action.
01/28/2012 06:12 PM
The Powder Awards Celebrate Skiing's Elite in Aspen
The best ski films and performances of the year were awarded at the historic Hotel Jerome. Sherpas Cinemas, Sean Pettit, Ingrid Backstrom, Tom Wallisch and more were honored.
01/28/2012 11:38 AM
Recap: Day Two from Winter X Games 2012
Day Two of Winter X Games sent some skiers to Saturday's finals and others packing.
01/28/2012 08:31 AM
Photo Gallery: Winter X Games Day 2
Photos from yesterday's Winter X Games Action
01/27/2012 02:44 PM
Recap: Day One from Winter X Games 2012
Sarah Burke candlelight vigil lights up Aspen's night sky and Tom Wallisch and Kaya Turski set records in Men's and Women's Slopestyle Finals.
01/26/2012 03:08 PM
Steamboat's Winter Carnival Celebrates 99th Year
For nearly 100 years, cowboys have raced through the streets of downtown Steamboat, celebrating another winter season. This year's Winter Carnival promises to be another crazy week of fun.
01/26/2012 02:57 PM
Kids Fly Free to Aspen/Snowmass For Spring Break
Start making your spring break plans now. If it includes a ski vacation to Aspen or Snowmass, you may be able to get the flights for free for the kids in the...
01/26/2012 02:51 PM
Eldorables Learn on The Slopes of Eldora
A graduated learning program keeps kids happy on the snow at Eldora.
01/26/2012 09:39 AM
Load up on Breakfast at Canyons
The morning meal is on Canyons Resort for overnight guests.
OnTheSnow - Pacific Northwest
01/26/2012 08:19 AM
Where's the Snow This Weekend: Storm Track Heads Back North
More snow in the forecast for the Pacific Northwest, Northeast and Mid-Atlantic. A new front is forecasted for the end of next week in the Rockies.
01/25/2012 10:25 AM
Tourism BC Offers Trip Planning Info, Deals, And Ski Vacation Prize
Tourism BC offers new travel planning information for ski resorts, deals, and a ski vacation prize giveaway.
01/25/2012 09:03 AM
Pacific Northwest, Northern Rockies Gain Prime Conditions For February Skiing
Late January snowstorms have returned snow conditions to normal in the Pacific Northwest and Northern Rockies.
01/24/2012 06:46 PM
Whistler Blackcomb Hosts Roxy Camps For Women And Teen Girls
Whistler Blackcomb runs weekend women's camps and adds a new teen girls camp.
01/24/2012 10:15 AM
Sun Valley's Bald Mountain Boasts Big Snow
Advertorial: 100 percent of Sun Valley's trails are now open, including their famous bowls.
01/22/2012 11:03 AM
Fill Your Tank And Get a Free Lift Ticket
Fill your tank at a Shell gas station in Michigan this winter, and you're eligible for a free lift ticket to many of the Wolverine State's top ski areas.
01/21/2012 09:40 PM
Mt. Baker Hosts Legendary Banked Slalom Feb. 10-12
The Legendary Banked Slalom brings snowboarding roots back to Mt. Baker Feb. 10-12.
01/21/2012 09:24 PM
REI Discounts Lift Tickets to Hood Meadows And Timberline
Portland area REI stores sell discounted lift tickets for Mt. Hood Meadows and Timberline Lodge.
01/21/2012 08:28 PM
Bogus Basin Opens For Season
Bogus Basin opens for the season with its latest opening ever.
01/18/2012 11:05 PM
Where's the Snow This Weekend: The First Big Storm of 2012
The forecast is calling for snow across the country this weekend-including up to eight FEET in the Pacific Northwest.
OnTheSnow - Europe
01/27/2012 02:21 AM
Where is the snow Jan. 28 to Feb. 4?
Half a metre of snow is forecast for France, Switzerland and Italy this week.
01/25/2012 04:00 AM
Top 10 family ski resorts in France
Find a ski resort to fit your family profile so no one is left out in the cold.
01/22/2012 03:48 AM
The BRITS week-long winter festival returns to Laax
The BRITS is an all-inclusive Winter Festival package with wristband access.
01/22/2012 01:59 PM
Winter X Games lands in Tignes March 14-16
More than 125 athletes battle it out in the Winter X Games' SuperPipe and SlopeStyle competitions.
01/22/2012 01:26 PM
Burton European Open confirms riders, live acts in Laax
The world's best freestylers battle it out for the $125,000 prize money.
01/16/2012 11:39 AM
OnTheSnow to Acquire Skiinfo, Europe's Most Visited Ski and Snowboard Website
OnTheSnow and Skiinfo Merger to Create the Largest Global Media Snow Sports Platform
01/11/2012 09:50 AM
Guide to ski chalet holidays
Get some insider tips and take a look at six very different ski chalets.
01/11/2012 05:00 AM
Espace Killy: Val d'Isere or Tignes?
The Espace Killy ski area links two famous resorts, but which suits you best?
01/10/2012 02:02 AM
Record-breaking snowfall for Austria
Powder conditions on the slopes of western Austria, but it's chaos on the roads.
01/08/2012 08:20 AM
Cortina d'Ampezzo raided by tax inspectors
Evidence of tax evasion was found in Cortina's restaurants and shops.
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