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    East Coast Roll Call 66 24/25 always remember SKIING IS FUN

    Quote Originally Posted by cat in january View Post

    Dhiler17, the previous two winters have been very poor for bc in NE. Slides and stream beds are about the only natural below treeline there is. BMOM has the largest glade network in Maine. We have been adding to it every year, but it is somewhat low elevation and much of it has less than ideal orientation. There’s other spots around, but they are not shared on the internet. Vermont has the most snow and the most pruning in NE. Jacques Cartier and the Chic Chocs are the best spots in Quebec for a road trip. The weather on Mount Washington limits what can be done there. Andrew Drummond had some good YouTube videos to give an idea what’s possible. The number one rule is if there’s good snow don’t wait on it, because it rarely lasts
    Thanks for the insight, where do you frequent on your days out? Is there a group of mags in the region that regularly ski at the loaf? I’m interested in making some more connections and finding additional ski partners for the days I’m out solo.


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    There are mags in Maine, but ticketchecker is the only one who frequents this thread. He works at Sugarloaf. Definitely more folks over in Vermont

    I will pm my number

    Edit: not sure how I forgot singlecross, he is a Mainer and all around great guy
    Last edited by cat in january; 12-31-2024 at 07:51 AM.

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    Quote Originally Posted by Dhiler17 View Post
    Hi all, I’d like to reach out and introduce myself. Re-located to Maine from North Idaho a few years ago and have been slowly coming around to New England Skiing. I now frequent Sugarloaf on the weekends and it’s been interesting learning how to ski on firmer snow, but this year I’ve begun to really enjoy it. One thing I’ve really missed from the Inland Northwest is the easy access to backcountry routes. I took my first trip over to the Osekare at Black Mountain of Maine last weekend and had a blast. Looking forward to more snowfall so I can explore the backcountry in Maine and Eastern NH. The weather lately has been rough to say the least. The little hill we have in town had to momentarily throw in the towel until the temps drop so they can get the guns fired up.


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    Granite Backcountry alliance has some info on spots but that attracts lots of people.
    https://granitebackcountryalliance.o...ck-white-glade
    There is a book about skiing the presidential range. But the cog and sherburne are obvious and I ski them solo.
    I did get a Garmin inreach for that, especially midweek.
    But ski around Sugarloaf, make friends, and I bet you will find your crew. They might share their spots.

    You won't find touring like in Idaho, but there is fun to be had when conditions are right.

    I post something if I am going to an area that is new to me and sometimes someone offers up to show me around and I have met several great people on this forum that way who have allowed me to tag along.
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    Quote Originally Posted by GetAmped View Post
    Washed the car this afternoon in the driveway since it was 55 degrees F and sunny.
    I just let the pouring rain and driving wind wash the rigs, spot free.

    If frozen groomers are your thing, today should prove rewarding.

    Tomorrows valley rain > wet snow higher elevation should start the new year off with an EpiKonic shitshow
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    Quote Originally Posted by cat in january View Post

    Edit: not sure how I forgot singlecross, he is a Mainer
    Easy to do when my ski relationship with the East Coast is on the rocks… I’ve decided to travel and see other people for a few years. She’s too fickle with her hot flashes these days, but we will still fool around at Saddleback or Da ‘Loaf when a storm comes to town. Its an open relationship.

    I hear Swiss girls are nice and soft and cool.

    Dhiler… sounds like you’re in Farmington. I’ll let you know when I head up to Western Maine to ski and would be happy to meet up for some turns. I mostly only come up from the Coast to cherry-pick storm ski days at Saddleback these past few seasons.

    cat is too low key to say it, but he is your best resource for getting out in Maine and is a great ski partner.

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    I keep forgetting this is a soup forum.

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    A pod of slumbering whales awaits race day.

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    gotta say i ain’t never had to show ID to get my soups before... hot or not . times be gettin’ fuckin’ tough here in the northeast.



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    Quote Originally Posted by cat in january View Post
    There are mags in Maine, but ticketchecker is the only one who frequents this thread. He works at Sugarloaf. Definitely more folks over in Vermont

    I will pm my number

    Edit: not sure how I forgot singlecross, he is a Mainer and all around great guy
    I'm around at the loaf but not much of a ski partner these days, I'm more into crutches than edges right now

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    Anothervermontskibum is in Bethel. Ouch ticketchecker, heal fast, heal stronger.

    Yes Mr singlecross there’s big game to hunt in Switzerland I have planned my Winter around leaving Maine and my cougar has now suggested three times we go out West for the Winter. Might be switching locations with Dhiler next Winter. N Idaho seems like a good location.


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    Thanks Cat, probably coming back with a shiny new piece of gear installed. Will know more soon

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    I'm in the Bethel area as well and help with the Black and White glades. Happy to give folks a tour if they are in the area.

    These days, I tend to lurk more on the board than instigate, but give me a holler.

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    East Coast Roll Call 66 24/25 always remember SKIING IS FUN

    Everyone, thanks for being so inviting. I’ll be sure to reach out once this dry spell clears. Fingers crossed this upcoming polar vortex can deliver snow and cold temps.


    Edit: I’m headed to the Loaf tomorrow AM if anyone is around and wanting to link up.
    Last edited by Dhiler17; 12-31-2024 at 06:32 PM.

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    East Coast Roll Call 66 24/25 always remember SKIING IS FUN

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    Oh shit ^^^^^

    Just came to ask how bad conditions were up North. I saw Jay’s trail count was way down. Is it as grim up North as that picture?

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    Quote Originally Posted by cat in january View Post
    Oh shit ^^^^^

    Just came to ask how bad conditions were up North. I saw Jay’s trail count was way down. Is it as grim up North as that picture?
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    Quote Originally Posted by Vt-Freeheel View Post
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    Just as we arrive none other than Jonathon S skins up for a selfie.
    We had a chat and he warned us about more of that marbled ice above Jacobs, Thanks for the beta. The new MVP 94s were perfect for loudly sliding down it [...]
    Nice meeting you guys up there!
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    Quote Originally Posted by cat in january View Post
    Oh shit ^^^^^

    Just came to ask how bad conditions were up North. I saw Jay’s trail count was way down. Is it as grim up North as that picture?
    Not as bad as that at Jay but patrol did close off all the glades and natural trails. a bit conservative by Jay standards, there were somewhat continuous patches of rotten snow in at least some glades and UN seemed totally skiable
    hopefully we hit the upside on this week's storm

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    today makes 11 in a row, not a bad run. not gonna think too hard on the quality, some days bettah, some days......... well, sliding is better than workin, and the low light is so awesome this time o year

    still kinda soft yesterday
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    rather rugged today
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    happy new year, goons.
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    But the snowmaking pond is full!!

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    I remember reading on Instagram or something that Jay offers half price day tickets if you have a season pass somewhere else but now I can't find it.
    Can anyone confirm this? And you just go to the ticket window?
    I sent them a message but it's a holiday today.
    Thanks happy new year!
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    Go to tickets page on jay’s website. There’s a vermonters and other areas passholders discount. Not half price anymore

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    Soupy, foggy, wet at Bolton. Wouldn’t recommend!


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    first december ride followed by a first january ride.
    damp and warmish, i bet the snowmaking ponds are damp and swimmable

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