4/20 Bird Report

[Bum Z]

Since Xover doesn't have a Bird pass, I'll have to fill in and give everyone the sick details. I was a little delayed leaving this morning, but still hopped on the Tram at 9:30. There's only two inches at most at the base, but the report said 6". I assume that there's more up top. First run - scope out the Flux. It's the chute to the skiers left of Great Scott that funnels to a small air about 1/3 of the way down. We've straightlined it in the past, but I wasn't sure how deep and smooth the runout was. After making some turns before the air to keep the speed down, I let it rip. It was deep and smooth. Spatulas don't hurt either. I should have ripped it from the top. That will be done Wed. or Thurs. morning for sure.

Next 4 laps - Baldy. The 8 minute bootpack is well worth it. 6 inches of fresh creamy windbuff, plenty of vertical, and plenty of steepness/airs. The hike really kept people away today - it stayed fresh all morning. My 2nd lap was the best as I skied a shot that was totally fresh. It's open in some spots with small groups of trees dotting the run. I love hauling ass through a slot of trees that opens up for a few turns before you have to slip between some more trees.

I finished up the day with two laps through hanging bowl. It was near 1 PM and yet it was hardly tracked out. Not that that was unexpected. I absolutely love the dense creamy pow on my Spatulas - I can ski so fast while staying in total control with minimal effort. I had to call it a day at this point - I need to save a little bit for the next couple of days. Hopefully, we'll get some pictures of some maggots doing some crazy stuff.

Splat and other maggots - sorry we didn't meet up for any turns today. I'll look for you guys Weds and Thurs.

[Squirrel99]

Jealous. mmmnn.... Baldy and Hanging Bowl. And fresh...

[altachic]

Spring skiing does not suck.

[Telephil]

Originally posted by Bum Z


Next 4 laps - Baldy. The 8 minute bootpack is well worth it.

pfft....8 minutes? Nice report, I think I'll be there on thursday, definitely looking forward to it.

Originally posted by altachic


Spring skiing does not suck.

Especially when the conditions are not indicative at all of spring.

[jayfrizzo]

Originally posted by Telephil
I think I'll be there on thursday, definitely looking forward to it

Obligitary making-fun-of-Phil post here...

[Telephil]

Originally posted by jayfrizzo
Obligitary making-fun-of-Phil post here...

Why am I not surprised to see this.

[CS]

Hmmm, I'm really tempted to hit up the Bird on Thursday. I wonder if I can fit the skis in between the 3 bikes...................

[Telephil]

Originally posted by CS
Hmmm, I'm really tempted to hit up the Bird on Thursday. I wonder if I can fit the skis in between the 3 bikes...................

Answer is yes.

[Z]

Originally posted by Telephil
Answer is yes.

I second that. answer is most definitely yes

[Xover]

thank you for report Z; I was hoping someone would put one up

BTW, I'll be there for sure for a Thursday am session.

[phUnk]

First tram Wednesday. Be there, suckas.

[Bum Z]

Originally posted by phUnk
First tram Wednesday. Be there, suckas.

BPPS - Bullshit Promise Preservation Service.

[Xover]

Originally posted by Bum Z
BPPS - Bullshit Promise Preservation Service.

WERD!!!

[phUnk]

First tram is at 9:45, right?

[Foggy_Goggles]

hey look, skiing