Colorado Weather Discussion Thread

[skiHOG]

I count this as the 5th bust of the season in storm forecasts. Not saying it's a bad season, but something I've noticed. Extremely light snow falling in Vail this morning. Hope it picks up, after 4pm.

[Lindahl]

Early Jan often has low totals. Just be glad we haven't had a 2 week drought like we've had more than a few times. Jives well with a trip to Japow.

[fastfred]

the storm is saving its self for tonite, mega front range weekend warrior powder day on its way for saturday

[adrenalated]

Love it. Keep the butthurtz flowing, everybody.

[cmsummit]

I count this as the 5th bust of the season in storm forecasts.

How is it a "bust" when the forecasts (NOAA, OpenSnow) were calling for 1"-3", maybe 2"-4" thru last night and that's exactly what the mountains are reporting this morning?

[bean]

I'm thrilled with how the season has been going. No snow until mid-November and no real dry stretches is keeping things good and covered and stable. Spring is going to be amazing if this keeps up.

Sorry to break from the USS Butthurt Express.

[hatchgreenchile]

How is it a "bust" when the forecasts (NOAA, OpenSnow) were calling for 1"-3", maybe 2"-4" thru last night and that's exactly what the mountains are reporting this morning?

Because an inch fell. Duh
This weekend should be good. That is all.

[goldenboy]

Snowing nicely in CB, 8" as of this morning up in Irwin, too. NFL opens tomorrow.

[BFD]

I guess I did ask on the conditions thread. Just looking for some options that are white and steep enough to make turns. Was wondering about east portal? My sister is pointing me towards steamboat and rabbits ear motel for next few days

[CTR]

I guess I did ask on the conditions thread. Just looking for some options that are white and steep enough to make turns. Was wondering about east portal? My sister is pointing me towards steamboat and rabbits ear motel for next few days

Leo....I just sent you a PM, Chet Roe

[smitchell333]

NW flow will probably mean better snow at Berthoud, Jones Pass, and Steamboat but could be Vail etc too.
If you're looking for lift served Steamboat is prob the best bet, although you could go to Buffalo Pass and possibly get hooked up with some snow machine skiers.

If staying Front Range and want BC then I'd hit Berthoud or Butler/jones pass

[simple]

NW flow will probably mean better snow at Berthoud, Jones Pass, and Steamboat but could be Vail etc too.
If you're looking for lift served Steamboat is prob the best bet, although you could go to Buffalo Pass and possibly get hooked up with some snow machine skiers.

If staying Front Range and want BC then I'd hit Berthoud or Butler/jones pass

Buff/vail pass snowmo folks don't pick randoms up. This isn't home depot or Colfax

[smitchell333]

Buff/vail pass snowmo folks don't pick randoms up. This isn't home depot or Colfax

Glad to know that you speak for all machine riders at Buff and Vail. How were you elected to that post? I know that a couple friends have in the past actually met up with groups up there, but I suppose in general you may be right that one couldn't bank on it.

[adrenalated]

Yeah, I sure as shit wouldn't count on it. Show up with a sled and you've got a decent chance of hooking up with someone, show up without one and try to bum rides and it's unlikely.

[Fritz]

I guess I did ask on the conditions thread. Just looking for some options that are white and steep enough to make turns. Was wondering about east portal? My sister is pointing me towards steamboat and rabbits ear motel for next few days

NW flow is usually good for Cameron Pass but it's a little remote. East Portal zone has seen a bunch of wind recently so you'd probably have to stay in protected areas which typically means low angle. There are some steep tree shots around there but the approaches are somewhat long.

[simple]

Glad to know that you speak for all machine riders at Buff and Vail. How were you elected to that post? I know that a couple friends have in the past actually met up with groups up there, but I suppose in general you may be right that one couldn't bank on it.

Yeah it is a shitty plan unless you bring cash, grass, or ass. It is the code.

[smitchell333]

Yeah it is a shitty plan unless you bring cash, grass, or ass. It is the code.

That goes without saying.

[Lindahl]

Buff/vail pass snowmo folks don't pick randoms up. This isn't home depot or Colfax

Worked for us at Wolf Creek, but we weren't counting on it either.

[hawkgt]

was about 3-4" on ground at open at mary jane today, MUCH deeper off challenger as wind blown in. snowed good all day, few times dumping. pano never spun so if they get it going tomorrow should be real good. couple laps on winter park side and did not seem as deep

[capulin overdrive]

slow and steady adds up. and keeps the gapers away. If Joel is right, Jan. should finish out pretty good.

[wolfelot]

Getting out early tomorrow for WP. Did the Panoramic and Eagle Wind Chairs spin today or were they closed/wind hold?

[COinIA]

No Pano today, Eagle Wind spun today and yesterday, according to the liftie

[Danno]

Had some nice turns off Challenger this morning.

[Lindahl]

Was choking on snow a good chunk of the day. Storm delivered.

[MakersTeleMark]

Tomorrow. Bring it.