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Whether you're a seasoned skier looking to try the latest equipment or a newbie wondering where to do your first season, Scotland's Ski and Snowboard Show is a great place to start.What: Scotland's Ski and Snowboard Show and The Scottish Outdoors ShowWhere: The SECC in GlasgowWhen: Oct. 15 and 16.Highlights: Talk to the experts on which skis or snowboard is right for you; try the latest models from leading brands; buy equipment at a discount (skis, boards, boots, jackets, salpettes, googles and more); book a holiday deal at the World Resorts Section; watch the Freestyle Jumps Show where pros battle it out to pull the sickest stunts; speak to major ski employers at the Natives' Jobs Fair; and grab a cold beer at the apres-ski bar.Price: Pre-booked tickets to Scotland's Ski and Snowboard Show cost £10 and include: a free day's ski pass to one of the Scottish ski resorts worth £30; free entrance to the Scottish Outdoors Show which takes place at the same location; and a free outdoors goody bag worth £10. Tickets on the door cost £12 for the Saturday and Sunday.
In reply to: Why are season passes so expensive?
I wasn't trying to catch you assuming Frosty, but thanks for the props anyways. 🙂 The point I was trying to get to, is that when you ride a resort like that, and there are no lift lines, and not many locals, and the place is switching hands, it doesn't take an economist to see that prices are too high.There are 2 sides of that mountain (and i'll get to jay peak sooner or later on this subject). The business side, and the promotional side. The promotional side has it dialed in right. Inviting guests with experience (think pro boarders) and celebrities, doing clinics with pros, helping out in the community with lift tickets for the less fortunate, etc. These are the good sides of the mountain. The bad sides, I believe the upper mountain staff has never been past the base lodge in the winter time. That is just the vibe I get from there. They are the ones with theThe London Ski & Snowboard Show returns in its new home…LOCATION:Earls Court from 19 – 23 October 2011 Welcome to the greatest wintersports show in the world. We manage to squeeze over 160 ski resorts, 22 different retailers, a 50ft hip kicker, fashion show & brand arena, live music, 4 bars, 230 shops and stands plus loads more attractions into Earls Court for just five days.The show is essential for any snowsports fans from professionals to beginners, prepare to be amazed, be entertained, be wowed and get the best value for money at the Ski & Snowboard Show…WHEN:19-23 October 2011.http://www.metrosnow.co.uk/
In reply to: Why are season passes so expensive?
You caught me assuming again Travis! That's good.Stowe DOES give that “image” of “exclusivity” and that is just the problem. People who run the Marketing Depts for these mountain “resorts” are college grads who have the wrong idea altogether. They are not even close to being on teh right track or being in touch with their clientele.I bet (again assuming, but from experience) these people aren't even skiers and almost surely are not boarders. I know winter mountain activities, i.e. skiing, has always been costly, but it is not Disney World and it is not a Mercedez Benz. These are not “once in a lifetime” opportunities and nor should they be viewed as such. They view their “product” as a high end item. They look for ways to “maximize” the “perception of value” in their &#In reply to: What Tricks should I be trying as a beginner?
Hi loulouxx88!Welcome to the site first of all!As far as starting out a freestyle career, the first thing you should learn is the fundamentals. Boring I know, but if you can lock in riding switch for a reasonable distance, and your basic ollie, it will make life easier for you in the long run. If you can ride switch for 4-5 linked turns, that will set you up great for 180's. You should be able to ride away clean from one of the easiest spin tricks in snowboarding. And ollie, you'll use that on almost every trick you learn from this point on.Try using an ollie to jump cracks, dips, drops, etc on your local resort. Anything you can find to jump over, ollie over. There are plenty of tips on youtube on the ollie, I can't even sort them out. Almost every one of them are right, you just need to find the technique that works for you. After you learn the ollie on flat[smg id=73]Whistler – one of the most popular resorts in North America – is perhaps the first place that comes into the mind when vacationers plan to spend holidays in a snowboard season. Situated on the coastal mountain ranges of British Columbia, Whistler is just a short drive from the vibrant city of Vancouver and the Pacific Ocean. Whistler ski district covers three main centers: Blackcomb, Whistler village, and Whistler's South Side. Consistently ranked the 'Best Overseas Ski Resort' by the Skiing Magazine, Whistler Blackcomb is a much sought-after destination for a pleasant as well as relaxing skiing and snowboarding vacation. No matter you are a veteran or a novice, Whistler caters to the people of all skill levels, and renders options to enjoy a variety of winter adventure activities, such as cross-country skiing, snowcat skiing and snowboarding, snowmobiling, snowshoeing, dogsledging, horse-drawn sleigh rides, and spring skiing and snowboarding. Aside these activities, heli-snowboarding and heli-skiing are also much popular in Whistler. Further, Blackcomb Mountains of Whistler holds the distinction of being the only summer skiing facility of Canada. In short, Whistler is not only a perfect base for winter sport activities but also a year-round playground. Discussed further in this article is regarding heli-snowboarding as well as facilities available for this winter activity. Believed to have been originated in the United States from such sports as surfing and skateboarding, heli snowboarding has now evolved as a popular winter sport during the past few years. Heli snowboarding is more or less similar to normal snowboarding. But, the only difference is that in heli snowboarding, you reach atop a run via helicopter, which in turn provides added thrill of snowboarding or heli boarding, as it is sometimes called. In other words, snowboarding via helicopter allows you to explore hundreds of mountain ranges and more than 1,000 runs, ranging from expansive glaciers to stunning subalpine gorgeous tree runs. Mostly, during heli snowboarding, a professional snowboarder will accompany to guide you in choosing terrain according to group's skill level, thereby guaranteeing an enjoyable as well as safe trip. Al though it can be enjoyed by people of all skill levels, heli snowboarding is mostly recommended for advanced snowboarders. Now we will discuss different types of heli snowboarding available in Whistler. Powder Snow cat skiing is one of the most popular types of heli boarding. In powder heli snowboarding, it allows you to cruise through the untracked expansive ice fields filled with powdered snow. Big Mountain heli snowboarding is most suitable for those who want to ride through steep exposed lines, couloirs, and spines of high alpine mountain ranges. For those interested in terrain park-style riding, mini gold heli snow boarding is most suitable. This type of heli snowboarding includes performing several tricks on both man-made and natural obstacles on terrain as well as short steep lines, featuring cliffs, pillow drops, cornices, and mountain faces. Mini golf heli snowboarding is perhaps the most popular type of heli snowboarding in Whistler, for which the K2 Back9 Mini Golf invitational that took place in March 2006 is a fine example. Nowadays, a lot number of companies are in the scenario to render the best services for heli snowboarding activities. Some top notch resorts and hotels also provide superb facilities for heli snowboarding, along with accommodation and restaurant facilities. Sometimes, heli snowboarding may be offered as a part of a package, which is mostly inclusive of accommodation, dining facilities, and options to enjoy a continuum of activities, apart from heli snowboarding. However, a thorough investigation must be carried out with regard to the reputation and quality of the service it renders, before approaching a heli ski snowboarding company or a resort or a hotel. It must also be checked whether the company you have chosen provides the service of expert snowboarder, as some kind of risks and danger are associated with this activity. The internet serves as an excellent source to search for the most affordable as well as competent service providers. Most of the service providers have their sites on the web, which in turn enable the tourists to know the details of services, packages, and rates they charge. One can also lean on reviews, and such sources as travel magazines, newspapers, yellow pages, and online directories to choose the most suitable service provider.Source: Find Articles, Free Articles Directory | Sports and Fitness Articles
Ski New Zealand – A Great Southern Ski Destination
14 April 2010, 12:00 amIf you have never travelled to New Zealand and you like to ski or snowboard, then its time you check it out.
A ski holiday in NZ offers great skiing, fabulous ski towns and villages, amazing scenery, delicious local produce including fine wines and good old fashioned Kiwi hospitality. And all of this comes at prices cheaper than you will find in just about any other part of the ski world.
New Zealand ski resorts come in many shapes and sizes and cater to all types of skiers and boarders. In the Canterbury Highlands area located about one hour from Christchurch you have access to some of the best skiing in New Zealand. There are 9 ski areas all within an hour or two of Christchurch International Airport including commercial resorts Mt Hutt and Porters.
A unique aspect of skiing in New Zealand is its club fields. Club ski fields are small private operations dotted throughout the Southern Alps. There is a high concentration of club fields in the Canterbury Highlands region and includes the likes of Craigieburn, Broken River and Mt Olympus. Be warned however, club fields have no-frills and most have very primitive lifting systems called nutcracker rope tows. At some of these fields you will need to be a strong skier or boarder just to ride the lifts.
The best family ski areas in the Canterbury Highlands region include Mt Hutt, Porters, Cheeseman (club field). Further south you will find Treble Cone and Cardrona located near the beautiful Lake Wanaka. And of course, the most popular and best known ski resorts in New Zealand Coronet Peak and The Remarkables located within easy reach of Queenstown (the adventure capital of the world!).
There is generally no on-mountain accommodation in New Zealand (with the exception of a number of the club fields which have very basic and very limited lodging available). The main ski towns around the South Island are geared up to cater to every budget and every desire from luxury boutique hotels and bed and breakfasts to major resorts and back packers. Methven accommodation is some of the cheapest you will find anywhere with beds starting at less than NZD$20 per night whilst Queenstown accommodation is more expensive yet relatively inexpensive for the quality compared to other ski towns around the world.
Getting to the ski fields on the South Island is reasonably straight forward. The main entry point is Christchurch International Airport. Many international flights arrive in New Zealand via Auckland with a domestic flight to Christchurch. There are regular flights from LA and San Francisco to Auckland. Most Australian capital cities have direct flights to Christchurch and also offer indirect flights via Auckland (often at a discounted rate for the inconvenience). It is important to note that many package deal include these indirect flights and you can easily lose a day travelling here.
Getting around New Zealand is very easy. It is such a small country that everything is within easy reach. There are many bus services available between major ski towns including Methven, Wanaka and Queenstown. If you are planning on visiting several ski areas then hiring a car is the way to go. Car hire in New Zealand is reasonably inexpensive particularly of there is two or more of you travelling together. Be aware that if you intend on driving up to the resorts, the roads have a reputation of being a bit scary and there is a high probability that you will need to fit chains for most resorts. From the major ski towns mentioned above, there are regular shuttle services that run between the towns and the ski areas so if the adventure of driving to a resort is all too much you can drive between towns and catch a lift up to the mountain each day.
If you do plan on skiing, don’t forget your ski travel insurance. A skiing accident can cost a fortune in helicopter and ambulance recovery from the mountain. The ski season generally runs from early June through to early October however depending on the season, Mt Hutt is often the first to open and this can occur anywhere from Mid May. So what are you waiting for come on down eh!
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In reply to: 2010 Rider Rally – VERMONT
ill be there! :Dyou want to do 2 days at jay? smugglers notch is part of the buy 1 get 1 program for anyone in vt, ny, or nh, so its as cheap as jay to ride if you want some variety. and its a huge place!and stowe…. its $180 for 2, no discounts other than a group rate, so that might be alittle expensive to young people that might show up, so do you want to wait till we have a list of people to confirm this? i love that mountain and think its worth it, but i remember in my early 20's that 180 to ride is a bit ridiculous you know?and anyone that is comming, if you have a passport, bring it. bromont is really close to jay peak (30 mins away in canada) and they do night skiing, sometimes all night long, so that might be an option since all the resorts except bolton valley and whiteface close at 4.what do you think frosty? input!
In reply to: Best snowboarding ever!!!!
Yeah we've had some awesome trips in the alps (les Arcs FR being most recent) but Europe is easy for us and if we're going to go big we want to go across to America/Canada.Mm haven't thougth much about Heli-boarding. Is that something you can do from resorts across there?
Visit the official website at http://www.world-snowboard-day.com What is WORLD SNOWBOARDING DAY?This day is to open the season and celebrate snowboarding around the world. Snowboarding scene (associations, centers, clubs, shops, professional athletes, associations, brands …) mobilized the world of free demonstrations, product testing and other activities such as concerts and festivals to the general public.Now in its 4 year, the World Snowboard Day returns Sunday, Dec 20, 2009, in different countries and various ski resorts. So record the date today and be sure to get out and RIDE!World Snowboard Day has grown rapidly in three years has tripled in a series of events around the world. Now there are 3 times more places to enjoy the day and 3 times more possibilities for fun snowboarding is a friendly and festive. EuroSIMA (European descent brings together the producer http://www.eurosima.com) and the World Social Forum (World Snowboard Federation), which started its activity could not stay there and back again for new challenges, new countries, resorts and snow, to carry out more functions.
In reply to: Switch Bindings.
josh-no worries on the history. if you see someone riding those, ask em about them. odds are,they'll say best bindings they've ever had. The people that didnt like them got rid of thempretty quick, thats why they're pretty rare. I was honestly shocked when I was pulling uppictures and info that they're still for sale. haha.The pad step in you rode for a rental was probably Burton's knock off. Its black, and a circle,but it's beefier, and the boots are more stable. Thats what alot of the resorts here use forbeginners. But the difference is that the Switch Type-N is all metal, minus the base plate..which USED to be metal too. I cant tell if the ones in that pic are metal or high polishedblack polycarb, but the ones I saw on the mountain were plastic. Who knows now adays.Its hard to find info on Switch.I've ridden different types of Burton bindIn reply to: resort fees
If it is your first time, most resorts have “packages” for Ticket/Rental/Lesson and Ticket/Lesson. Since you have all your own gear already, you would need the Ticket/Lesson package. Yes, I highly recommend the lesson. Most last a couple hours and can show you the ropes, get you more comfortable and confident, and save you hundreds of falls!If you have extra money bring it. There are sometimes unexpected expenses that arrise. Also be aware that you should have eye protection no matter what the weather conditions. Goggles are the most appropriate and offer the best protection. Dress in layers and get a locker at the lodge to keep stuff in.HAVE FUN!!
In reply to: resort fees
but thats the ONLY resort that I've ever paid that at.
I've never had to pay an extra insurance fee at any of the resorts I've ridden at in VT. Most of the money I blow at the resort is on food!!! I get absolutely starved after a couple of hours of riding, so just about all of my extra expense at the resort is on eats! 😛
In reply to: resort fees
That'll depend on the resort and the package. 90% of the time, you're right. If you haveyour own equipment all you pay is the lift ticket. I have been to a resort in North Carolinathat makes you pay an insurance fee thats refundable, but I don't think thats very common,seeing as how I've never seen it anywhere else. Thats why I cant say 100% certain though.There are things you can add, like lessons, lift extensions for the resorts that offer nightriding, odd equipment rental, retune/detune, etc for the ever changing conditions whichusually arnt much ($10 at paoli and they set it from snow to ice in 20 mins).Do a check before you leave…board, boots, bindings, leash, etc and make sure you haveeverything and yeah, lift ticket is pretty much it! But it never hurts to bring extra moneyjust in case.Check your resort, or if you're really feeling adventIn reply to: Any plans for 08/09 Season?
Yeah I live in Aberdeen which is right next to the Highlands in the NE of Scotland (the bit that sticks out towards Norway). There isn't really anywhere else to go. http://ski.visitscotland.com/ is where we get all our info although it's pretty optimistic. I don't know where Port of Mentieth is, I've not heard of it. We're kind of limited in choice there are only 5 resorts and they're tiny nothing like what you guys have! There are a few dry slopes but I'm a real thing girl!!!
