Mammoth Mini 08 - May 8 - May 11

[SchralphMacchio]

I innocently pop my head into this thread while procrastinating on my master's thesis and see my honor insulted. I challenge you, sir, to a ski-off.

Only if we can do an equation off and a beer off as well ... all three at the same time!

[renoenvy]

I'm really tossing around the idea of heading down Thur-Sat so I can be back for mom on Sunday.

I'm planning on hiking everyday.

I'm sure I'll have (more than a) few beers one night.

How are the Sherwins holding up for a smaller hike in case the beer intake isn't smaller?

I'd probably be at FKNA camp. I don't know where it is. Any reason to bring a bike?

To and from places maggots will be drinking?

Thanks

[Elle Be]

Friday night -- official 1st night Mini: Robertos, upstairs, tacos and beers.

Thurs night -- I'm guessing there's an economic factor this year, with all the hiking and camping, so my idea of Nevado's for drinks and/or dinner is probably out. We'll definitely end up at the bar at Nevado's Friday and/or Saturday night. Seems lots of people will be driving up this night, so I'll be at Petra's for dinner (I can't be in Mammoth without at least one meal at Petra's), then meet everyone for drinks at The Clocktower. If you want yummy food (with an extensive, low cost, appetizer menu), meet us at Petra's, first.

Saturday night is still open. Haven't planned any kind of party this year, but only place still going is Lakanuki (and Whiskey Creek, but...).

[P_McPoser]

Coming from 395 - Drive exactly 4.6 miles, not 4.7 or 4.8 but exactly 4.6 miles (1.4 miles from Mammoth when you turn onto the scenic route) off of 395 up the scenic route towards Mammoth. Turn right (turn left if you're coming from Mammoth) onto the dirt pull off, go about 20 yards and follow the dirt road up the hill to the left (most people want to bare right on the main dirt road). Go about 100 yards to the top of the hill and you will see a huge flat area w/a camp fire ring, tons of flat spots for tents, and endless parking.

[tarkman1]

I'd say Clocktower. Nevado's isn't conducive to larger groups in the bar area. Either way, Nevado's and Clocktower are close to each other. Either way, the Maggots are going to wind up where they wind up.

[Elle Be]

Sorry, Robertos would be Friday night. We'll be at petras Thursday night

And of course, everyone ends up wherever they end up. I'm just getting lots of pm's asking for schedule, so here's a loose one to start with. Anyone can change whatever.

[divegirl]

I'd like to have at least one night at the wine bar for dinner or just wine. Not sure what it's called, but the last couple years we weren't able to go there and I'd like to check it out (along with whomever else wants to join us). Otherwise, cheap drink and eats is what we'll stick with.

Edit - just googled it...looks like Petra's is it! I'll see you on Thurs. then. Will prolly want to bring Lego there for another go at it on Saturday, if anyone is interested. You can never have enough good red wine...even if in grad school and on financial aid

[Sinecure]

On Wednesday, would someone kindly post of the Day-by-Day options for where we'll be meeting (ski spots, bars, restaurants, hot tubs, etc.) in one semi-organized post? I'd love to be able to paste that into my phone so I have it with me in Mammoth. I seem to recall that cell coverage was spotty down there, and while I know I can get free wi-fi at the library, that may not always be an option.

Uber and other mags who have flirted with staying in the condo with us. Could you please email me by tomorrow to confirm if you'll be staying with us? I'd like to finalize plans so if any local friends decide to come along, I can let them know if we'll have room for them. Thanks.

The lady who is renting us our condo has one across from ours that is available. If someone else wants to organize a small group, let me know and I'll pass along her contact info.

[dookeyXXX]

Last year the basic steeze was to meet up at the big map/sign out in front of the 'dola loading zone mid-mountain around 10.

Other'n that pretty much everybody always seemed to end up down at the bar/lodge at the bottom of Stump Alley (that's also the defacto spot to park and sport tix, too).

[hutash]

Best place to start the day is a chair 2/Mill parking lot. Lots of maggots milling about/sobering up in the AM.

Link to Ft FKNA map...has anybody been by recently yo see if it is free of snow?

http://maps.google.com/maps/ms?f=q&h...,0.049696&z=15

[Sinecure]

Lots of maggots milling about/sobering up in the AM.

Hmmm. My recollection doesn't really include the sobering up in the AM part. In fact, if memory serves, or if MTT is any indication, I'd say it was more the opposite - hair of the dog, so to speak.

[Elle Be]

Days tend to start at Chair 2 (Stump/Mill), and there's a ticket office there. It's a good place to start, because it's where the day ends (on the chaise lounges - the Stump Beach). That night's plan will be discussed then, but know that Friday night is Roberto's for cheap tacos and beer (both are yummy), per tradition. But usually, everyone does their own thing (outside of the Roberto's night and the end of day chaise lounges) and meets up for drinks later.

10AM at the Mid Mountain Map/Sign for those who wait for snow to soften -- each morning.

Thurs night Divegirl, Tracy, Viva, and I will be at Petra's. Great wine, filling apps that aren't too expensive (under $10) but that are beyond amazingly good. Clocktower after.

Friday night: Robertos, about 7ish. Upstairs. Look for mags at Nevado's bar if you're rolling into town later than 10.

Saturday night: Open. (Side Door is a huge possibility for me, DG, for an early bite)

I highly anticipate that it will be very easy for us to spot each other, if this last weekend was any indication. Crowds are slim, we have the whole mountain to ourselves, basically. Prime snow/corn is about 11 - 2ish

[SkiBrain]

Great! Thanks for putting together a plan, Elle Be. Looking forward to meeting people.

[Sinecure]

We'll look for you Thursday assuming we get into town in time for dinner/cocktails. I'll just ask people at Petra's for change. Then again, Turx and Cinders are not hard to spot. He has shoulder length pink (is it pink this week, Turx?) hair and she has butt-length platinum dreads. I'm less remarkable looking. Red beard, balding blond hair.

[TurxSki]

...is it pink this week, Turx?...

Sort of...well, faded pink, bleached, and my "natural" grey :

"Why d'y'all do that to your hair?"

[Sinecure]

Quick quiver transport question.

Do we want to have an unofficial Long Board Day for Laughs (LBD4L) on Friday or Sunday? Saturday is shaping up as a BC day for a bunch of folks.

Just wondering if I should bring the 210 snowboard or not. Spats, are you coming and bringing my old Dynastars? Are they still mounted? If so, maybe I'll bring some alpine boots and take a run or two on them.

[splat]

Today is the day that tickets have to be ordered online in advance to get the $50 tix deal that my buddy pass thing I got in the mail says - 3 days advance purchase req'd...

LB - You know of any other deals, since no one bothered to put together group deal?

[45hill]

I've got two bring a friend cards if anyone wants/needs them.

[Elle Be]

There's no such thing as a group deal, at mammoth. Don't know what you mean by no one bothering to put one together. And also, the BAF deal is only for Friday. Mammoth is not making it easy for discounts this season. Last year, I was able to get some free passes because of Aegix. Not this year.

[dookeyXXX]

just thought of another great bumper sticker slogan:

Corporate Skiing Sucks


(nods to the classic "Corporate Rock Sucks" stickers of the "Grunge" era).

[SchralphMacchio]

There's no such thing as a group deal, at mammoth. Don't know what you mean by no one bothering to put one together. And also, the BAF deal is only for Friday. Mammoth is not making it easy for discounts this season. Last year, I was able to get some free passes because of Aegix. Not this year.

Yeah I actually tried talking with a group sales rep but he wouldn't talk to me unless we had at least 25 people ... I spoke with three people at the Mammoth office over the phone and all were fairly unsympathetic about deal offers.

I've got two bring a friend cards if anyone wants/needs them.

Well if they're only for Friday ... I don't know what these BAF cards are but the only day I'm planning on purchasing a lift ticket is for Friday. Is this just a coupon voucher?

[Elle Be]

Splat, you could try calling the mountain as the owner of Bro, or a writer for Powder. But last year, they made us take out a separate liability insurance policy of $5M, before giving any free tix to Aegix (had to fax it in, show it, naming Mammoth Mountain).

[divegirl]

Elle Be and all,

The bring a friend coupons are good 7 days a week right now. It says on the coupon discount applies "seven days a week April 21- end of 2007/08 season. Go to www.mammothmountain.com/baf

So...I'm purchasing 3 all-day lift tix for Friday thru Sunday. I have an extra coupon if anyone wants it...but at this point I'll meet you at the resort on Friday morning if you want to utilize it. I'm assuming we can pick up BAF tix at Chair 2?? Does anyone know for sure??

[dookeyXXX]

i'll be there Friday with my choir boy robe on!

But I'll be leaving the sporty cock at home.

[splat]

Splat, you could try calling the mountain as the owner of Bro, or a writer for Powder. But last year, they made us take out a separate liability insurance policy of $5M, before giving any free tix to Aegix (had to fax it in, show it, naming Mammoth Mountain).

I'm not taking out a $5 million policy (it's currently $2 million, as if that ain't enough) to save a few bucks on tickets.
I have an MVP pass. I'm just trying to help others here...
At least Squaw worked with us on the group deals.
We oughta hold this in Tahoe in the future if they're that big of dicks.
I'm prolly pretty played out with any juice in Mammoth after I told that marketing chick you were eating dinner with that Mammoth could go fuck themselves......just sayin'.