EAST COAST ROLL CALL #8 14/15 A NEW HOPE

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10-20-2014, 09:28 PM
steamboat1

Killington 50% off midweek, 25% off weekend/holiday

http://www.killington.com/site/2for1...easeadult50_25

Early season 2fers.

http://www.killington.com/site/2for1/2for1-skimag
10-21-2014, 06:03 AM
Jonathan S.

Buddy's ski tracks on the Whiteface toll road yesterday:

https://scontent-a-iad.xx.fbcdn.net/...2f&oe=54AE96A2

(I was instead working on the Greylock rando race course layout -- revised version to be posted once I recover from my encounters with prickers, whippers, deadfall, etc.)
10-21-2014, 06:05 AM
Flounder

Nice to see this years thread arrive right when the snow hits. Spent Friday afternoon getting new boots fit on my funked up feet. Although the last weeks and this coming weeks rain is putting a damper on biking, I'm glad to see that we are getting precipitation again. Just hope it turns to snow soon.
10-21-2014, 06:15 AM
Vt-Freeheel

Is your buddy's name Sparky?

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jonathan S.

Buddy's ski tracks on the Whiteface toll road yesterday:

https://scontent-a-iad.xx.fbcdn.net/...2f&oe=54AE96A2

(I was instead working on the Greylock rando race course layout -- revised version to be posted once I recover from my encounters with prickers, whippers, deadfall, etc.)
10-21-2014, 07:12 AM
strawjack

Quote:

Originally Posted by Generalstark

Probably just so they could get a picture to post on the internet.....

Hahaha! FTW!

Nobody cares you skied rocks and grass.
10-21-2014, 07:16 AM
Greenstateofmind

Grab the avalung.
http://myjumponit.com/engine/SplashD...upmode=2802557
10-21-2014, 07:34 AM
FussyDutchman

^

Bottle will be appearing shortly from summer hibernation to tell everyone to save their coin and not bother in an attempt to guard his stashes and his beloved chowdah:o!

Bought 2 yesterday, headed to OGE today to get all my expedition gear.
10-21-2014, 08:07 AM
gpcharles

Quote:

Originally Posted by strawjack

Hahaha! FTW!

Nobody cares you skied rocks and grass.

http://media.giphy.com/media/QB78LMb32YqoE/giphy.gif
10-21-2014, 08:13 AM
BigDaddy

First tracks and first fight... just need first face shot for the hat trick! ;)
10-21-2014, 08:33 AM
gpcharles

Quote:

Originally Posted by BigDaddy

First tracks and first fight... just need first face shot for the hat trick! ;)

http://i.imgur.com/7HDl1ev.gif

fingers are crossed
10-21-2014, 08:52 AM
Jonathan S.

Quote:

Originally Posted by Vt-Freeheel

Is your buddy's name Sparky?

As I was driving back from Greylock yesterday evening, I had a nice phone call with my buddy on the relative safety merits of skiing sub-inch snow "cover" on asphalt road (freshly paved apparently at Whiteface!) vs ski resort dirt/rock work road.
(Overall conclusion seems to be that the former is potentially worst for your ski edges whereas the latter is potentially worse for your knee ligaments.)
10-21-2014, 09:57 AM
strawjack

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jonathan S.

As I was driving back from Greylock yesterday evening, I had a nice phone call with my buddy on the relative safety merits of skiing sub-inch snow "cover" on asphalt road (freshly paved apparently at Whiteface!) vs ski resort dirt/rock work road.
(Overall conclusion seems to be that the former is potentially worst for your ski edges whereas the latter is potentially worse for your knee ligaments.)

Wheels work really well in sub-inch snow...especially fat ones.

Didn't mean to hurt your feelings Greg :wink:
10-21-2014, 10:02 AM
Jonathan S.

Quote:

Originally Posted by strawjack

Wheels work really well in sub-inch snow...especially fat ones.

But that would defeat the purpose, i.e., not outdoor fun maximization, but rather skiing for the sake of skiing!
10-21-2014, 10:05 AM
Jonathan S.

Yesterday morning at Wildcat -- looks like it could be skiable for real (although looks are often deceiving for this kind of stuff):

http://skiwildcat.com/cmsfiles/image...om_webpage.jpg
10-21-2014, 10:21 AM
strawjack

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jonathan S.

But that would defeat the purpose, i.e., not outdoor fun maximization, but rather skiing for the sake of skiing!

You and I have a different definition of skiing apparently, but have at it! I only ski rocks and dirt in the spring when the base is melted out.
10-21-2014, 10:38 AM
dark_star

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jonathan S.

Yesterday morning at Wildcat -- looks like it could be skiable for real (although looks are often deceiving for this kind of stuff):

http://skiwildcat.com/cmsfiles/image...om_webpage.jpg

Wow, so weird that snow only fell on that one trail. Global warming?

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10-21-2014, 11:03 AM
chriscarleton

Ticket still available for this tomorrow night in Portland:

Tickets available here: http://store.allspeed.com/winterkids...i-film-ticket/

Powderwhore's Something Else Backcountry Ski Film
Wednesday October 22nd 6:30PM
@ One Longfellow Square Portland Maine

A Benefit For Winterkids - an organization to get more kids outside on snow.

VERY IMPORTANT!!! There will be a willcall list of names at the door for everyone that purchases tickets online. WE WILL NOT BE MAILING PHYSICAL TICKETS for this event EVEN THOUGH you will receive an order confirmation saying we will be shipping your order.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?featur...&v=e0PeU0PfhnE
10-21-2014, 11:14 AM
BigDaddy

Quote:

Originally Posted by strawjack

Wheels work really well in sub-inch snow...especially fat ones.

Didn't mean to hurt your feelings Greg :wink:

Somebody call Strawjack's wife and see if he's tied up in the basement or something...

Either that or his password's been stolen, sold, or given away.

Quote:

Originally Posted by FussyDutchman

^

Bottle will be appearing shortly from summer hibernation to tell everyone to save their coin and not bother in an attempt to guard his stashes and his beloved chowdah:o!

Bought 2 yesterday, headed to OGE today to get all my expedition gear.

Yes, someone go wake B-man and Weasel up from their summer slumbers!
10-21-2014, 11:16 AM
NoPostholio

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jonathan S.

But that would defeat the purpose, i.e., not outdoor fun maximization, but rather skiing for the sake of skiing!

It has been well established in previous roll calls that if you ski early season / low tide conditions you might die - can't you just split wood?
10-21-2014, 11:17 AM
Harvey44

It's kind of a tradition for Sparky to ski the toll road first.
10-21-2014, 11:18 AM
vt_ski

Quote:

Originally Posted by strawjack

Hahaha! FTW!

Nobody cares you skied rocks and grass.

Wrong thread, jong. ;)

http://youtu.be/_6sgcsoKh9o
10-21-2014, 12:38 PM
gmart

The picture Stowe's facebook page uploaded the other day was like taunting a fat kid with food, I just wanna ski!!
10-21-2014, 12:55 PM
Vt-Freeheel

Quote:

Originally Posted by vt_ski

Wrong thread, jong. ;)

http://youtu.be/_6sgcsoKh9o

Embed Jong!
10-21-2014, 01:07 PM
weasel1

Quote:

Originally Posted by BigDaddy

Yes, someone go wake B-man and Weasel up from their summer slumbers!

Zzzzzzzzzzz............snort.....Yawwwwwwnnnnnn... ..... What?
10-21-2014, 01:46 PM
BigDaddy

He stirs... glad to see you're back with us!
10-21-2014, 02:22 PM
vt_ski

Quote:

Originally Posted by Vt-Freeheel

Embed Jong!

Thanks, and yeah - I was trying to do that and it didn't work for some reason.

Glad you're here to pick up the slack!
10-21-2014, 02:37 PM
strawjack

^Sometimes the Jong virus can last for years.

Hey, Weasel, Greg, and TC all back this week. Summer hibernation is almost over!
10-21-2014, 03:39 PM
getoutside

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jonathan S.

skiing for the sake of skiing!

love the enthusiasm for sure, but that ain't skiing.
10-21-2014, 06:11 PM
lynchdogger

Quote:

Originally Posted by BigDaddy

First tracks and first fight... just need first face shot for the hat trick! ;)

The girlfriend got one last night! Does that count? Sorry no pics. Just don't tell the wifey! :wink:
10-21-2014, 06:13 PM
lynchdogger

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jonathan S.

Yesterday morning at Wildcat -- looks like it could be skiable for real (although looks are often deceiving for this kind of stuff):

http://skiwildcat.com/cmsfiles/image...om_webpage.jpg

Sweetness!
10-21-2014, 07:57 PM
akokskis

Stoked to see things ramping up, but let's not wish fall away just yet - there's much work to be done before winter.
Hope all you ECRCers have had a great summer doing what ever it is makes you happy.
10-21-2014, 08:37 PM
robrox

Quote:

Originally Posted by akokskis

Stoked to see things ramping up, but let's not wish fall away just yet - there's much work to be done before winter. ....

True dat!

The AMC is having a Cardigan Mountain ski trail/glades work day on November 16th. Knock me over with a feather, it's totally unexpected!

Quote:

Originally Posted by Rider.Steve

Organized by the AMC New Hampshire Committee:

http://activities.outdoors.org/searc...tails/id/78969

.

Friends of Tuckerman Ravine are having a Sherby/GOSST work day this Saturday (10/25) with a rain date of Sunday.

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mahk

This Saturday, the 25th: http://www.friendsoftuckermanravine....il_maintenance

I'll miss the Mt Washington date due to prior engagement but will get in on the Cardigan work day.
10-22-2014, 08:48 AM
Bottleman

Quote:

Originally Posted by weasel1

Zzzzzzzzzzz............snort.....Yawwwwwwnnnnnn... ..... What?

I've decided not to ski this year and take up ice fishing instead.
10-22-2014, 11:44 AM
weasel1

Quote:

Originally Posted by Bottleman

I've decided not to ski this year and take up ice fishing instead.

Oh shut it, you have not.
10-22-2014, 11:50 AM
Quicksilver

Quote:

Originally Posted by Bottleman

I've decided not to ski this year and take up ice fishing instead.

You're going to need more schnapps.

If it pleases Ullr, I've got some things that need burning. Here's to a fat and high season!
10-22-2014, 11:50 AM
sb

Wot! Not up to 50 pages yet?
10-22-2014, 12:10 PM
BigDaddy

Quote:

Originally Posted by weasel1

Oh shut it, you have not.

He is officially old enough to ice fish now, tho... :)
10-22-2014, 01:39 PM
weasel1

So am I. Sheesh. Where does the time go?
10-22-2014, 02:30 PM
Jonathan S.

Greylock/Thunderbolt trailwork day = Oct 26

This just in:

Quote:

If you missed our Trail Day last weekend, here is another chance to to spend a few hours with other hearty Thunderbolt Ski Runners getting the trail ready for SNOW!

We will meet Sunday morning October 26th at 8:30 in the Bellows South trailhead parking lot (just outside the Gould Farm gate). [jss edit: on the right, just *before* the gate to the farm]

Gas powered weed whackers are again the tool of choice. Small folding saws and shovels (for water bar cleaning) are also helpful. The club will bring an assortment of tools.

There is no need to RSVP; just show up and enjoy a few hours with like minded folks prepping the trail.

Thanks and I hope to see you Sunday,

Paul Chojnowski
http://www.thunderboltskirunners.org/
10-22-2014, 04:22 PM
Bottleman

Quote:

Originally Posted by weasel1

Oh shut it, you have not.

Skiing is just so ...... TAXING. Plus, I learned in another thread (from Benny) that skiing in Vermont sucks. Heartbreaking I tells ya. Ergo, ice fishing pictures all Winter to make up for the lack of coastal Maine surfing stoke. Y'all can thank me later.

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