Official Jackson Hole Summit 2005 Dates

[Ubersheist]

Originally posted by divegirl
Definitely. However, I'm always really excited to fly, and from what I've heard, sometimes your car won't start in JH due to the cold weather. So, I figure I'll thumb it from the JH airport. I plan on being there at least 5 days.

Poosey?

Yep.. that's right. No cars will start in town, sometimes for weeks on end. None. Town comes to a standstill.

So, if it is that cold, then how are you going to "thumb it" from the airport? "Thumb it" for what? Since all the cars won't start due to the cold weather, you must mean that you'll be thumbing for a poosey of clowns.

They have those special cars, with plenty of room for girls with clown fetishes. And with 10+ clowns in 'em, the cars warm up quick! And then they can start!

So what have we learned here? The only cars in Jackson when it's cold out will be full of clowns? Ack! My head hurts.

[Ubersheist]

...and the question is "where do the ninjas and dentists fit in?"

[divegirl]

Originally posted by Ubersheist
Since all the cars won't start due to the cold weather, you must mean that you'll be thumbing for a poosey of clowns.

They have those special cars, with plenty of room for girls with clown fetishes. And with 10+ clowns in 'em, the cars warm up quick! And then they can start!

So what have we learned here? The only cars in Jackson when it's cold out will be full of clowns? Ack! My head hurts.

Ok, I'm laughing so hard right now. But I'm confused at the same time. Not the "I don't get it" kind of confused state of mind, but more like in the concerned-confused kind of way. Sorta like thinking, "This guy Uber is messed up, but funny as hell at the same time, and I'm laughing at him because he's so full of both shit and comedy!" No, actually I'll probably be mooching a ride off of some maggot passing through or already in JH. That is, if their car will start. Maybe if I bring my poosey of clowns, that will bribe the poor mang into hooking me up. Or, logically speaking and the event that will most likely happen is, I'll take this shuttle to this hostel. But, no, I'm not planning it in my head or anything.

[Telenater]

Originally posted by Ubersheist
...and the question is "where do the ninjas and dentists fit in?"

Screw the ninjas and dentists. The Vikings are the ones you have to really watchout for.

I hate clowns. They're all smiley and shit.


{Real world info} I'd be rather surprised if a newish car had problems starting.

[divegirl]

Originally posted by Telenater
{Real world info} I'd be rather surprised if a newish car had problems starting.

Geez, Nate, you and your real world info - you're ruining it!!! With temps like they have, I wouldn't be surprised.

[Ubersheist]

Hey Nater, when Ms DG said she might

bring my poosey of clowns

she could of been referring to either of us. I resent being called a clown. We're more of garrishly embellished carnival-related comedic dramatists. And, if left to our own devices, we would certainly have problems getting Divegirl "hooked up."

[Telenater]

Originally posted by Ubersheist
Divegirl - why not drive it? Here's some Sacto to Jackson Hole

Took me closer to 16 last winter when I did it. Lots of blowing snow and high winds through N. Nevada, E Idaho, and WY.

I'd actually recomend flying into Idaho Falls rather than Jackson. It'll be cheaper even including transportation to Jackson.

[Telenater]

Originally posted by Ubersheist
Hey Nater, when Ms DG said she might she could of been referring to either of us. I resent being called a clown. We're more of garrishly embellished carnival-related comedic dramatists.

Yes, I do see your point....

<open letter to DG>

I take offense to being compared to a clown. I'll have you know that my nose is not red, it does not squeak and I only wear makeup on "special" occasions. Furthermore, wigs itch. They have no place on my head. And last and certainly most significant, I am not funny therefore I cannot be referred to as a clown. Other epithets may be applied, but "clown" is not one of the acceptable appelations.

Sincerely NateR (Viking in training).

Originally posted by Ubersheist

And, if left to our own devices, we would certainly have problems getting Divegirl "hooked up."

Speak for yourself... I think I did a pretty good job. Now, if only I could do the same for myself.

[divegirl]

Bwaahahahahahaha! You guys ARE clowns. But you'll have to bring your own poosey.

Edit - Nater thanks for the tip. I'll keep that in mind when I really start to plan this trip

[13]

Originally posted by Woodsy

I would be a mid weeker 2/7-10.
avoids my busy weekend & Max has a point about Mardi Gras

I call shotgun (assuming I can get these days off), which I don't think will be too much of a problem.

Give a hoot, don't pollute!

[yogachik]

I'm seriously considering this trip. Flight is totally reasonable and takes me right into JH.
Question - I know nothing about this town, any tips on where to stay? Should I maybe look into a package deal? Can someone share the secrets (lodging, particularly).
Sorry in advance if this is on another thread somewhere - I didn't go hunting.

[tuffy109]

Originally posted by slim
No. It's colder. You might want to rethink the trip.

hahahaha

i'm imagining goosey in Little Man Tate when they go on a road trip to the nerd convention.

[Mcwop]

Those dates are nice. I am down like syndrome.

[Baconzoo]

I'm in like Woo Wooo

I bring big snowboards 181, 175, 170, 168, and my half pipe board 163
and I'll most likely have the Burton Fusion for those willing to try.

[Karl Stall]

Sweet avatar, Mr. Bacon.

I think everyone knows I'll be there, fo sho.


[Karl Stall: posting from Aspen, CO - I don't ever want to leave - living the dream...temporarily]

[EPSkis]

Originally posted by Ubersheist

That would be about $100 in gas RT if you split it two ways. Travelocity gave a quote of $343 RT w/ a stop at SLC. Orbitz said $627 w/ stops in SLC and Denver. Something to think about...

Unless she's driving a Schwinn, I don't see how anyone is going to drive through 420 miles of mountains on fitty dollah.

'splain?

[stump832]

Originally posted by Max Gosey
And on a previous note: I'll bring my down for the -50 degree windchill. Can't wait to ski some storm days.

And I'll make sure to bring a t-shirt and doo rag for the melting days .

And I'll bring my shoes and glasses, so I have them.

[trainnvain]

Originally posted by Buster Highmen
You're dating clowns in Jackson Hole?

You can't.

Quite timeless, those clowns.


So a viking, a clown, and a ninja walk into a ba...........

[Ubersheist]

Originally posted by EPSkis
Unless she's driving a Schwinn, I don't see how anyone is going to drive through 420 miles of mountains on fitty dollah.

'splain?

Assumed info: Approx. 1650 miles RT, a vehicle w/ approx. 20 mpg, 2 passengers who aren't leeches, and approx. $2.30 per gallon.

1650 miles / 20 mpg = 82.5 gallons of gas

82.5 gal. x $2.30 per gallon = $189.75 spent on gas

Round up to $200 for twinkies, big gulps, vibrating sheep panties, etc.

$200 between 2 people = $100 per person.

Admittedly, I'm being optimistic with the gas prices. However, this will be during Feb., which is when gas prices are typically lower. I didn't miss anything, did I?

Oh, yeah... a stop in Reno at the blackjack tables or the Bunny Ranch will cost you an extra $300. Either place you're screwed.
So very, very sorry for the bad pun.....

[snowsprite]

This is sounding like something I really want to do and I'm beginning to ruminate on it in earnest.

Question about lodging: can anyone recommend any cheap hotels in the area and what would said hotels run? Or is it all fancy-schmancy super-expensive hotels (in which case...do they get mad if you sleep under the tables in the lodges?). Is there any thought of renting a house or condo and squeeezing a bunch of us in?

Just wondering how many convenience stores I'll have to rob...er, I mean how many fewer shopping trips to VS I will have to make this summer.

Sprite

[divegirl]

Originally posted by Ubersheist
Assumed info: Approx. 1650 miles RT, a vehicle w/ approx. 20 mpg, 2 passengers who aren't leeches, and approx. $2.30 per gallon.

1650 miles / 20 mpg = 82.5 gallons of gas

82.5 gal. x $2.30 per gallon = $189.75 spent on gas

Round up to $200 for twinkies, big gulps, vibrating sheep panties, etc.

$200 between 2 people = $100 per person.

Admittedly, I'm being optimistic with the gas prices. However, this will be during Feb., which is when gas prices are typically lower. I didn't miss anything, did I?

Oh, yeah... a stop in Reno at the blackjack tables or the Bunny Ranch will cost you an extra $300. Either place you're screwed.
So very, very sorry for the bad pun.....

BWA!! Nice, Uber. I'm going to resist the drive due to the temptation and aftermath affect from which stopping at the bunny ranch would have on me.

[Telenater]

Originally posted by snowsprite

Just wondering how many convenience stores I'll have to rob...er, I mean how many fewer shopping trips to VS I will have to make this summer.

Easy solution...

More trips to VS, charge for pictures...

Uber, I did the drive this past winter. It sucks. It might suck less if you're not doing it solo, but it still sucks.

[slim]

Originally posted by Telenater
Uber, I did the drive this past winter. It sucks. It might suck less if you're not doing it solo, but it still sucks.

The drive is weather depending. I've done it in 13 hours (Oakland to Teton Village) with a partner... piece of cake. With a storm across I-80 (Tahoe or the vast wasteland that is Nevada) or in Idaho approaching WY... not so much fun.

I'll be there for a big chunk of January with my fiance... which is why I was hoping for a January Summit. However, with the summit being in Feb... if I can get more time off work... I'll be down for another roady from the Bay Area.

[EPSkis]

I have a solution. It would only require 2 stops & several layers:

[Jumper Bones]

I priced airfare, and the cheapest I could find from Sea-Tac to Jackson was in the 300-dollar range...SEA to SLC, then SLC to Jackson. So, at that rate, it'd be cheaper for me to drive (i'd probably cost me about 150 bucks in gas, round-trip, and I'm looking at an...oh...12-to-13-hour trip). Also, a week is a little long for me to be sleeping in ze car, so I'd be down for a little brotel or hostel action. Or Micah Black could just let me surf his couch, but I'm guessing that one's unlikely

So, Seattle folk, I'd be willing to carpool/convoy it with those interested. I have snowtires and chains, so this shouldn't be a problem (having already made it over Teton Pass once in a buddies 1975 chevy full-size 2WD, complete with me drunk to bits and pissing out the open door, because we couldn't stop for me to pee lest we lose our momentum up the hill. It looked dicey!). I'd probably drive to Bozeman, crash for the night at a buddy's, and then make the 3-4hr drive down to Jackson.

Note to self - get credit card. I've made it this far (I'm 24) without one, but it seems now is the time. I'm gonna need a grand for this trip at least, and no way could I save that amount of money up without it being touched somehow.