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What really sucks is Jackson is and was the most legit authentic bigg ass real af terrain- mtn -that actually snows. No one is complaining about sun valley or Stowe going off the charts bougie.
It's still a real place. No amount of bullshit gentrification can smother the history.
Ha, no doubt. Same families that ran the Ride to Fly van service, right? My first job when I came to the Tetons was graveyard shift waitress at the Elkhorn, which was the precursor to LeJays. I wasn't working there any longer when they found the peephole from the storeroom into the ladies.Quote:
Originally Posted by rideit
I would say that and then that small grocery store that used to be, I think, on the spot where Spence’s law firm is. I can’t remember the name, it’s killing me.Quote:
Originally Posted by Core Shot
And truly, the beginning of the end was when they cut the rock band out of Laramie and cut the hole in bivouac woods.
And now thinking about it, the way they trimmed up Pepi’s, and made it so much easier to ski )when you’re on the ridge and heading skiers left), is probably what they’re gonna do with Northwoods (or whatever that tight tree run is called), on the lead into the Hobacks.
I like the way this has turned reminiscing about all the funkiness of this place. It has a lot of it.
Recent thoughts: The Lame Duck restaurant, the Racquet club aka the Aspens, Forrest Jump, the 4 o'clock club with Doug offa the back of AV.
No NPS gate at the S. end of the M-W road, a stop sign where the new 22/390 is, Pamida, Fred's Market, that Faux cowboy Mayor.
Riding Shadow Mtn. up and down on a hard Bridgestone MB3 comp, riding same every day of summer 97 from aspens to Moosely seconds , working with Steve Romeo.
Kjerstad Helos where Alby's is now.
Highly educated, outdoors motivated young culture, Snow King ballroom concerts and that mega funky hot tub, The Log Cabin- N. of the square.
The Liquor store where Hoback sports is now had a drive thru, hustle over from old Bubbas and BYOB back in with yer BBQ. Dodging traffic on b'way with the alcohol...Arnold getting denied at Bubba's.
Tram tickets, ticketcheckers, the Bear Claw, TheVC, boxes of 62 with zero backpacks, open windows on the boxes, Tower 3 and the stairs , and the shack in the tower landing, 80% ski schoolers cool local rippers, Slim at the Ghee, no lights in Victor or Driggs...
“Sitting on the porch of the Log Cabin, sipping on a cool one.” I liked the scoreboard for tourons vs. buffaloes in the Park.
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Fred’s.
I knew you’d know it.
That old Clint Eastwood movie Any Which way you Can was partially filmed in Jackson. A handful of cool scenes from around town back then.
Fred's was same side as the Wort, one or 2 blocks down, art gallery now methinks.
What was the dark bar called where Abuelitos is now? By Ghettobrook...
I remember that movie. I think the first time I came to Jackson was right around then, '80 or 81 with a high school ski club. The skiing was great but the bus trips from Minnesota with a bunch of wild teenagers were truly memorable.Quote:
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One year the bus broke down near Gillette. The town let us all sleep on the concrete floor around the indoor public pool. The next morning we ate at a cafe called The Dry Hole. I always wondered who thought that would be a good name for an eating establishment. Nice folks though, they took care of us until we could get on our way.
I miss Trash and Treasure on KMTN. Really funny when dudes would call in funny stuff; “I have 2 dog skin rugs for sale. In excellent condition, 1 Labrador and 1 golden retriever.”
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Spirits West! One of the last shitholes where smoking was encouraged, lol
That was my first year in the valley. We skied till the shut er down and then due to closed roads were stuck in the village. The mangy opened early and that place was quite the rager for a few hoursQuote:
Originally Posted by The Suit
I also remember how much those chairs on the bowl chairlift weighed. The silver Fox had to brace herself for the bump!
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TnT is still on but it's a sad representation of what it once was. So funny, the old local cowboy selling a bucket of nails, eight salt licks and a 30-06 or some old shovels...Quote:
Originally Posted by rideit
In 1990, it was THE go-to for possible rental housing. Used to be hard to get through the phone lines, now Fishman is begging for callers. And he's a dink of monumental proportions.
Remember Holly Danner? Fuck her voice was soul crushing. She was summarily let go after maaany years when they sold out to the UT Comm. Co. that fucked that up and had to sell or go to court with UT and WY.
Spirits of The West - thanks mag! or just Spirits... My ski bro in 1993 said Holly D. asked him for a golden shower at the bar.
Not in the bar, but while they were there, heh.
First chick I tried to pick up in there, she's a journalist in Pinedale now, saw her this summer at the Bondurant picnic. Tiny fucking world around here sometimes.
Fuck yeah, extra weights for the wind.Quote:
Originally Posted by beer30
Wasn't she something? Nothing else like her in all my years. What a smokeshow and that silvery hair and blue eyes.ooof.
And absolutely the coolest with everyone.
Back when getting good to great lifties mattered. And there are still a few real aces now, but also a lot of clueless deuces too.
She told me once that she had dabbled in acting back in CA. Was in a flick with Yaphet Kotto, not 007 or Running man tho.
You guys are killing me.
I went to a farewell party yesterday for a long time local. He is in his mid 70s and has no family nearby to keep an eye on him so he is moving to East Texas to be near them. Has lived here since the early 80s, use to ski a lot and do things. Now just stays at home in a tiny little cabin.
While at the party I talked with another local from the 70s in his 70s who is getting out and moving to Biloxi MS. This is the churn that hurts, Looong time locals who for financial reasons or health or family are leaving or being forced out. Destination resorts are not friendly places if you don't own a place or have a fat 401K and spent the past 40/50 years living the dream.
When I said good bye the 1st guy was in tears. I don't think east Texas and a fundamentalist son were on his bingo card.
Fucking brutal.:(
Well Howdy, sunshine!
Ski ya this winter?
Hope so. Just finished off processing this years crops. I have a Jar with your name on it.
I for one cannot WAIT to get back up there and ski again this season. Le tits now.
What happened to the Chinese downhill? Haven’t heard about it going away??Quote:
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HahQuote:
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The only bar I got thrown out of.
Rolled into town from cb after a bad breakup
Bought a pint of whiskey at the retail store up front. Sat down for a beer at the bar drinking the cheaper whiskey on the down low. I think Wade was on the other side of my ghetto brook friend.
After I finished my pint I basketball shot it across the bar into the trash. She said gtfo very politely. I hung my head and stumbled across the parking lot.
Tried to ski the next day. Just sad. Until I got sparked up on a back porch scorcher at Casper. Then the clouds opened and life was good.
‘Impaired Judgement’ indeed.
Not truly ‘old school’, but Choice Meats was the dank deli for while…And Laura rolling sushi…and Otto’s beer and Pizza when it was in Chippy’s…and Gordo’s…and…
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Tiiitttaaaayyyzzz!!!!
Thanks Mag, very cool of yas.
Come down for some turns man, I'm sure it's been a while. And I'm pert dang sure you got some friendlies behind the Spud curtain that'd prolly wanna ski ya too. Maybe a west slope wing ding?
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memba Bomber's coffee shop and Blue Moon Diner, Vista Grande and the funny outfits those poor gals had to wear, ha?
Who remembers Pamida? Know what that name stood for?
No mailboxes to be had when you moved here, general delivery for you.
Does anybody know if the toilet seats are heated in the new early-ups lounge? I’m considering dropping $10k on the early access pass but only if the above is true
Absolutely!Quote:
Originally Posted by thefortrees
Heated toilet seats are deriguere.
In fact, at the Early Ups Lounge, our heated toilet seats offer an actual personal touch.
As our seats are comprised of willing and able (able-bodied that is) bare backed servers who we specially pick to support you!
Not to mention our POV surrogate skier program!
Don't have the time, desire, or skill to ski, but still want your corporate tech bros to think you are a ripper?
No problem!
Just choose from our selection of certified GoPro encrusted mountain hosts to film a bracing ski adventure that we can edit into montage of powder sprays and slays!
I've heard of standing on the shoulders of giants, but this is simply next level service!
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Jackson Hole Mountain Resort To Open Two
New Restaurants This Winter
Tram Dock And Trapper’s Set To Welcome Guests In December
(TETON VILLAGE, WYO. – NOV. 12, 2024) - Jackson Hole Mountain Resort (JHMR)
announced today that it will open two new restaurants in December, each offering a unique
culinary experience that celebrates the spirit and history of the resort.
Beginning in early December, guests can visit Tram Dock, a redesigned dining experience that
replaces the former RPK3 restaurant at the base of the Aerial Tram. Tram Dock is a tribute to
Jackson Hole’s pioneering heritage and a celebration of the resort’s future: With interior decor
that combines historic charm and modern comfort, Tram Dock provides an environment that will
resonate with both longtime patrons and first-time guests. A blend of vintage iconography and
carefully selected artifacts tell the story of the Resort’s evolution, and the menu at Tram Dock
features diverse, locally sourced ingredients and craft beverages, inviting guests to relax and
connect after a day on the slopes.
The Resort will also open the new Trapper’s restaurant at the Sweetwater Gondola Mid-Station
in mid-December, offering an elevated dining room with the coziness of a mountain chalet. This
upscale eatery showcases classic regional flavors with a modern twist, blending warmth and
elegance to create the ideal mid-mountain escape. Guests can look forward to enjoying a
thoughtfully crafted menu featuring locally sourced ingredients and an extensive selection of
beverages, all within a welcoming, social atmosphere.
Trapper’s new decor combines elegance with warmth, setting the perfect stage for a memorable
dining experience.
“Both Tram Dock and Trapper’s embody Jackson Hole Mountain Resort’s commitment to
providing exceptional experiences on and off the slopes,” said Nicolas Sangros, Director of
Food and Beverage at JHMR. “We’re thrilled to welcome guests to these new dining
destinations, where they can celebrate the history and future of Jackson Hole while enjoying a
memorable meal with family and friends.”
Jackson Hole Mountain Resort invites guests to explore these new dining destinations, enjoy
their unique atmospheres, and be part of the Resort’s evolving legacy. Whether you’re a
seasoned skier or a first-time visitor, Tram Dock and Trapper’s offer the perfect places to refuel,
reconnect, and celebrate.