Official thread: 3rd Annual Utah MINI Summit

[Buzzworthy]

So who is coming?? :D

Sponsored by Teton Gravity Research, Powder Magazine, PM GEAR USA and Team 13!

OFFICIAL dates:

Dec. 15-20, 2004

Poll thread (http://www.tetongravity.com/forums/showthread.php?s=&threadid=14337&perpage=25&pagenumber=1)

Round One Thread (http://tetongravity.com/forums/showthread.php?s=&threadid=14058)

I think we can let the other threads die and keep just one, so post up!

Last years Mini Threads:

Time to Get Serious (http://tetongravity.com/forums/showthread.php?s=&threadid=2048)

Lodging Info and The Scoop from last year, good links in here for lodging (http://tetongravity.com/forums/showthread.php?s=&threadid=5482&highlight=Utah+Mini)

Please keep in mind that this year the setup will be different, so these threads are great for finding the deals you need on lodging and more.

I need the same info as last year:

1. Where are you coming from?
2. What dates will you be here?
3. Do you need lodging and where is preferable?
4. Do you ski or board? (Thinking of Alta)
5. Are you going to bring a big snow storm with you?? :D :cool:

Teledave has already pulled the trigger, great deals right now on flights.


Please start making this another event to remember and post up!!

A list of folks as of now:

Buzz
altachic
Dantheman
vinzclortho
teledave
sandytheskier
13
cololi
glademaster, dad, friend, friends dad
boarderline
Xover
Stump832
Arti Fufkin
telenater
Red Baron
funkendrenchman
flykdog
Lumpy
legoskier
divegirl (want to share lodging with lego and 2 more)
two planks
Altaholic
ubersheist
HotRutteredBum
skiguide
BobMc
gramps
snorkeldeep
powstash
freshie247
CUBUCK
AltaPowderDaze
Punani-you better make it this year
Tuffy 109 - you too sucka
bagtagley
Bum Z
Inspectorgadget
Endlessseason
The AD
Altagirl and the Mr.
Powho
phUnk
Blurredelevens-you better do it
skiphant
trackhead
Stoy (bc tour?)
Twoplanker
Huckslut
Macdaddy-stay away from Blurreds sister :D
Jayfrizzo
GT40
Meats of Evil
Woodsy (solisunday?)
Shamrockpow
Duker
montanamike
powderhound
UTDave
Poyeboy
nikita333
Tri-ungulate
wondering snow bum
up and down
Moutainman (bc only; hook with cololi, trackhead, powstash, stoy?)
Foggy Goggles
Mcwop (skiing 16-19th)
Comish
Snowsprite and Family
Backpack
AKbckntry
SkiingBear
yetna snow
Mildbill
P-Tex and company


I know there are more...but this is a start


80.2348% sure

tele mark
Lane Meyer
The Dude
Eldo
Iskibc
Homerjay
sponsoredbyductape
meatdrink9
yogachik
Rustynails



….and I know there are more here as well. :biggrin:


Here is the "Link Post" for Lodging and other travel info, please let me know if you have more to add or are looking for something more, I will edit it in to keep all the info in one spot:


Hotels Link: Brigham City Hotels (http://hotels.number1hotels.com/servlet/reservations.CitywideAvailabilityXML?netcount=1&inmonth=2&chainpref=&country=US&es=&numchildren=0&remote=n1h&outyear=2004&numadults=2&outday=9&mastercode=n1h&state=UT&searchpref=PRICEHL&smokingpref=&city=Brigham%20City&outmonth=2&inyear=2004&garea=&bedpref=&inday=7&numrooms=1&namepref=&formSubmit=Modify%20Your%20Sea)



If we do not have your email address, please send it to me at buzzron@gmail.com .

BRING RADIOS if you have them!! Channel 5-13 is the official channel.

Cell phones are a damn good idea too!!

Discount Tickets: We are looking at the sport shops for a few bucks off.

Links:

http://www.canyonsports.com/tickets.html

http://www.skinsee.com/

REI, Sports Den, Canyon Sports, Smith's (maybe) offer a few bucks off too.

Hotel Links:

Slopeside at Alta at GMD (http://www.skigmd.com/)

The Inn at Solitude (http://www.skisolitude.com/inn.cfm)

Sandy, UT (really close to LCC, 1/2 hour drive)


Originally posted by Lumpy
For lodging thats still close I also reccomend the Country Inn and Suites. Huge rooms around $60 a night, pool, hot tub, free booze hour M-TH. On 10600 S just off I-15.

Plus free shuttles within a five mile radius.

I've got no couch space this time, but will shuttle and assist in any other way I can.

Comfort Inn and Suites (http://www.countryinns.com/reservation/hotelSearch.do?city=Salt%20Lake%20City&countryAndState=US%20UT)

Best Western Sandy (http://book.bestwestern.com/bestwestern/productInfo.do;jsessionid=18ECF45EDD8C82CCF4DFA891 F0D2B736?propertyCode=45073&group=false)
BW has full breakfast included!!!

Lots of Hotel Links Here: (http://www2.choicehotels.com/ires/en-us/html/Search)

Sandy, UT Hotels: (http://www.state-of-utah-hotels.com/sandy-lodging/)

Downtown SLC:

Hotel, General, Transportation and Lots of other info: (http://www.quickaid.com/airports/slc/)

The Ultimate Hotel Site for SLC:

All Info in a nice little package: (http://salt.lake.city.hotelguide.net/)

Utah Snow Report: (http://www.skiutah.com/snow_report/)

Let Buzz or Altachic know if you still need transportation. Hopefully the Utards are more than willing to help out with this. If you can, rent a car. That will be most helpful to get you where you need to go. Find a bunch of you and get it together, or call canyon transportation to get yourself from the airport to Alta on Friday so we can all meet at Goldminers. Yes, Friday at GMD apres ski is happening this year as well for the giveaway and some "buy you a beer?" time. Thanks all, look forward to meeting you more of you.

Altachic- snowskirules@yahoo.com
Buzzworthy- buzzron@gmail.com

Keep checking back for anything new!!

Thanks ONS!!

Anyone local want to take Frozens place from last year and throw a party for after the GMD experience apres ski on Friday? :D


Ski Area Links:

Solitude (http://www.skisolitude.com/)

Alta (http://www.alta.com/)

Snowbasin (http://www.snowbasin.com/)

Snowbird (http://www.snowbird.com/)

Brighton (http://www.skibrighton.com/main.html)

Powder Mountain (http://www.powdermountain.com/)

The Canyons (http://www.thecanyons.com/)

Park City Mountain Resort (http://www.parkcitymountainresort.com/)

Deer Valley (http://www.deervalley.com/index.jsp)

Sundance (http://www.sundanceresort.com/)

Beaver Mountain (http://www.skithebeav.com/)

[vinzclortho]

I really REALLY REALLY want to go!!! But my whole life is up in the air...I'll fill this out best as I can...

1. Where are you coming from? LA
2. What dates will you be here? hopefully 4 day weekend
3. Do you need lodging and where is preferable? yah a couch/floor/dog bed/tarp/hut/leanto/tree fort close to LCC!!!!
4. Do you ski or board? (Thinking of Alta) ski
5. Are you going to bring a big snow storm with you?? all praises to jahbuddahchristullrallah and I refuse to answer this!

[basom]

man i wanna make it happen.

it willl be just as i'm cleared for skiing activity, i just don't know how many consecutive days i'll be able to ski.

any one with 'first month back from acl reconstruction' experience i'd like your imput to weather or not i could ski four or five days in a row?

if my knee is fairly bomber i will be flyng from- boston
-there for four or five days
-in need of a couch or a closet or a rug
-ski
-i can commit to bringing the pain hardcore from the brain, but thats about it.

[teledave]

1. Where are you coming from? The Grand Ole Opry
2. What dates will you be here? Skiing 12/17-19
3. Do you need lodging and where is preferable? Yes, wherever it's cheapest, or free
4. Do you ski or board? (Thinking of Alta) Yeah, right!
5. Are you going to bring a big snow storm with you?? Same as last year

Edit: For basom, When was your surgery? (I don't wanna search for it.) My first time out it my knee was bomber, but that was 11 months post-op. You'll probably notice that it will fatigue more quickly on you than before for the first season back. I had more problems mentally the first season than I did physically. Get you one of those 8x12 icepacks with the velcro straps, it'll be a lifesaver.

[13]

I encourage those of you who want to stay slopeside to stay at GMD (http://www.skigmd.com/).

Closest lodging to the Collins & Wildcat lifts. http://www.tetongravity.com/ubb/icons/icon14.gif

[Buzzworthy]

Originally posted by basom

it willl be just as i'm cleared for skiing activity, i just don't know how many consecutive days i'll be able to ski.

any one with 'first month back from acl reconstruction' experience i'd like your imput to weather or not i could ski four or five days in a row?



4 days of skiing, ice stops, lots of Advil, rest stops (I will gladly sit with you and have a beer) and taking it easy. At Hood, my wife "grounded" me, no air she said. You will have grounded status too and mandatory rest stops to make it thru I would think.

Heal up and see what you can do. Worst comes to worse, you hang with a bunch of us it it gets too much a party like a rockstar.

I did it the first year, no riding but you all got me damn freaking drunk in GMD all day.

People do tend to come in early after ringing there bell a few times, so plan on making it for some easy skiing and maggot comraderie (sp?).

[Buzzworthy]

Originally posted by 13
I encourage those of you who want to stay slopeside to stay at GMD (http://www.skigmd.com/).

Closest lodging to the Collins & Wildcat lifts. http://www.tetongravity.com/ubb/icons/icon14.gif

To add to that, The Best Western in Sandy is where a ton of you stayed last year and heard nothing but good reports.

Ask Woodsy about Solitude accomodations too, I hear he has connections. ;)

Check the links from last years threads to get more info too. If you do not find what you need, post here or PM me or email me.

I do have a guest bedroom with a queen bed. Will allow certain maggots to stay with me, as the wife will be rather pregnant at that time. Now, I am about an hour north of the LCC and BCC areas, but 25 minutes to Snowbasin.

[cololi]

I'll be there, err, here.


EDIT:
I can probably assist in transporting to and fro.

Also, if there is any interest in a bc day (condition dependant) may be into helping plan something.

[glademaster]

I will be attending for sure (with my dad)

1. Where are you coming from? EWR (New Jersey)

2. What dates will you be here? 12/11-12/19

3. Do you need lodging and where is preferable? Not really, but if you know of anywhere good in or around Park City, let me know.

4. Do you ski or board? (Thinking of Alta) Dad and I are both skiers

5. Are you going to bring a big snow storm with you?? Prolly not, I thought someone else was. :D

I can't wait. So stoked right now.

Edit: My vote is for Snowbasin on Saturday the 18th, if anyone is keeping track.:D

[Red Baron]

I am here, and will be off work for the entire duration of this years summit...I may have some crash space to offer up, and certainly can help shuttle some people back and forth to the airport.

And yes, I'll take care of that big storm you guys want... :D :D :D

[funkendrenchman]

1. Where are you coming from? Boulder, CO... no space, as I will be moving and my car will be packed with crap.
2. What dates will you be here? Dec 18-20
3. Do you need lodging and where is preferable? Yes. Powho's, phunk's, GT's or whoever offers.
4. Do you ski or board? (Thinking of Alta) ski
5. Are you going to bring a big snow storm with you?? well, duh

[altachic]

I'm already here, planning this event with buzz, i have room for 4-5 people(or more if you can cook me dinner and do the dishes) and yes, there will be snow.

Oh, i'm 8 minutes from the mouth of LCC and 3 from BCC.

[Lumpy]

For lodging thats still close I also reccomend the Country Inn and Suites. Huge rooms around $60 a night, pool, hot tub, free booze hour M-TH. On 10600 S just off I-15.

Family stayed there during my wedding and it was a great property at a pretty sweet price for what you get. Plus free shuttles within a five mile radius.

I've got no couch space this time, but will shuttle and assist in any other way I can.

[Buzzworthy]

Originally posted by altachic
I'm already here, planning this event with buzz, i have room for 4-5 people(or more if you can cook me dinner and do the dishes) and yes, there will be snow.

And my right hand chic makes an appearance!!!

Red Baron, make it happen my man!!

AC, can you start a list in here of the people coming and when they plan to be here and what they need (lodging)? This helps all to coordinate rides, lodging, getting drunk on the plane with a random maggot,........

Actually, I will start it if you can help edit more in. I will get to it soon.

PM coming.

[Buzzworthy]

Originally posted by Lumpy
For lodging thats still close I also reccomend the Country Inn and Suites. Huge rooms around $60 a night, pool, hot tub, free booze hour M-TH. On 10600 S just off I-15.

Family stayed there during my wedding and it was a great property at a pretty sweet price for what you get. Plus free shuttles within a five mile radius.

I've got no couch space this time, but will shuttle and assist in any other way I can.



Link (http://www.countryinns.com/reservation/hotelSearch.do?city=Salt%20Lake%20City&countryAndState=US%20UT)

[LegoSkier]

1. Where are you coming from: Tahoe (driving)
2. What dates will you be here: Hopefully all
3. Do you need lodging and where is preferable: Yes, dunno where.
4. Do you ski or board: Ski
5. Are you going to bring a big snow storm with you:
[/B][/QUOTE]

[two_planks]

1. Where are you coming from? I'll be flying in from Calgary
2. What dates will you be here? 4-5 days
3. Do you need lodging and where is preferable? Yes. Altachic, I can cook but where I come from the cook doesn't do dishes.
4. Do you ski or board? (Thinking of Alta) ski
5. Are you going to bring a big snow storm with you?? fkna

edit: right now I can say theres about a 75% chance I'll be coming

[Buzzworthy]

Owens Never Sleeps, this is your official invite as well. Maybe this year? :D

Thanks for the Sticky!!

Buzz

[Lane Meyer]

It's time to meet some of you fuckers, I'll try my best (50% chance thus far):

1. Where are you coming from? Truckee
2. What dates will you be here? The Weekend
3. Do you need lodging and where is preferable? Yes - Alta
4. Do you ski or board? (Thinking of Alta) Ski
5. Are you going to bring a big snow storm with you?? Absolutely

[Altaholic]

1. Where are you coming from? SLC
2. What dates will you be here? whenever
3. Do you need lodging and where is preferable? nope, I will give lodging to people who bring me good beer
4. Do you ski or board? (Thinking of Alta) ski, but I'll have the dual pass
5. Are you going to bring a big snow storm with you?? I sure hope so:D :D :D :D

[The Dude]

Not 100% sure yet, but damn near.

1. Where are you coming from? Denver
2. What dates will you be here? 17-20
3. Do you need lodging and where is preferable? lodging needed, couch, floor, anywhere w/ hot shower
4. Do you ski or board? (Thinking of Alta) ski & board, but prefer board
5. Are you going to bring a big snow storm with you?? sure

I've yet to make it to a Utah mini and I think this might be the year. Too early in the season in my opinion for those who might have run out of vacation for the current year , but I'm good to go.

Dude

[Ubersheist]

1. Flying (possibly driving) from Sacramento
2. 17th - 19th, possibly the 20th.
3. I would be eternally grateful for lodging anywhere cheap! Can good beer be brought into Utah via an airplane? If it can be, I'll be bringin' some!
4. Ski, damnit!
5. I've got cheese growing in the folds of my fat near my belly.

[freshie247]

I love skiing Utah,& look forward to skiing with fellow mags .

1. Where are you coming from? Driving from Boulder.

2. What dates will you be here? hopefully the whole time,not sure about dates cause of family obligations in ST. Louis.

3. Do you need lodging and where is preferable? No, I've got a couple of friends in Sandy.

4. Do you ski or board? (Thinking of Alta) It's all about ILM (independant leg motion).

5. Are you going to bring a big snow storm with you?? I pay homage to ULLR every night with unrivaled piety with the hopes that my snow patch is the most sincere!

ALta RULES!!!!!

[CUBUCK]

1. Flying from NYC
2. Arriving 16th leaving evening of 19th
3. Need lodging cheap is good free si better. Will sleep on floor.
4. Ski (I'll be the guy with the bromodels)
5. Will you settle for a Nor'easter

[divegirl]

1. Sacramento, CA. Plane flights are currently cheap, at $184 round trip to SLC. I may have to solidify the deal and buy soon.

2. The night of the 16th through the night of the 19th.

3. Yes, and CHEAP is preferable. I'll probably splurge one night with the manfriend. But I'm a low maintenance kinda gal, and very respectful of space, so if you have floor space, I'll like you forever and return the favor, or bear gifts of high-alcohol content beer or Napa Valley wines, or possibly some CA cuisine.

4. Ski, naturally.

5. You betcha. I'm also going to bring some strippers with me and a couple of porn stars.

BUZZ - thank you so much for organizing!! :)

[Eldo]

Won't know for sure until early ski season, but right now it looks good for my first (mini)summit experience.

1. Where are you coming from?
Cowtown, AB, Canada
2. What dates will you be here?
Depends of whether I drive or fly. But mostly likely 15th-18th.
3. Do you need lodging and where is preferable?
Yes. Cheap is good, but I snore like an atomic band saw, so people should keep that in mind before offering their hospitality.
4. Do you ski or board? (Thinking of Alta)
Board mostly, but willing to school all the fulltime skiers if Alta is on the agenda.
5. Are you going to bring a big snow storm with you??
I'm from the Canadian Rockies - we have no snow storms to spare. (Which is why I am keen on Utah.)

Heading out now to buy lotto ticket and ensure my attendance.
:D

[iskibc]

I'm a last minute type of person, but these dates work out very well with my work schedule. Our students finish a few days before, so work should not be an obstacle.

Coming from CO
Will need space to crash---location doesn't matter, but GT's hospitality was above and beyond last year.
Won't be bringing any snow because you all steal it from us Coloraggots:D
I'm shooting for December 16-19

[AltaPowderDaze]

Depending on my work (currently unknown) I can help shuttle, but may not be able to host. If anybody has questions about the area i can do some leg work for you. I was also wondering how to get hooked up with a PM gear sticker. I saw last year someone brought a few to sell, but if us newbies can get em earlier that would be good too.

[snowsprite]

I would really like to go, and will be bringing the husband and Sprout in tow!

If we could shack up in an extra room or a couch that would be cool...otherwise I will drum up a cheap hotel.

I don't want to impose though b/c I'm bringing my kid (he's 10). But it would be very cool to shack up w/ a maggot who has some xtra crashing space and little kids so my little guy has somebody to ski/hang out with.

Like I said though, it's a lot to put up a whole family and I don't want to impose. But if anyone thinks they are up for it just PM me. Otherwise, hotel advice is appreciated. :)

Now for my succinct answers:

1. Coming from Connecticut
2. Dates: 12/16-19
3. Need lodging & cheap/kid-friendly is good
4. I ski and so does my kid, but husband is a knuckledragger
5. I have never skiied deep powder, so I think this will be my de-flowering experience. Yes we are bringing tons of snow! :cool:

Thankies!
Sprite

[snowsprite]

altapowderdaze...I don't have a gear sticker but have an xtra summit sticker if you'd like that.

Sprite

[Buzzworthy]

Originally posted by AltaPowderDaze
I was also wondering how to get hooked up with a PM gear sticker. I saw last year someone brought a few to sell, but if us newbies can get em earlier that would be good too.

I had some Mini Summit Stickers set up and sold em a buck a piece. Do we want to do this again?

Here is where to get a PM Gear Sticker, or a bunch of stuff for that matter, I got a shirt for my bday from 2P and he got Buzz Jr a Jumper too:

PM Gear Goodies (http://www.cafepress.com/pmgear)

[Buzzworthy]

Edit: All lodging and more info on first post now.

[Superstar Punani]

Originally posted by Buzzworthy
So who is coming?? :D





I need the same info as last year:

1. Where are you coming from?
2. What dates will you be here?
3. Do you need lodging and where is preferable?
4. Do you ski or board? (Thinking of Alta)
5. Are you going to bring a big snow storm with you?? :D :cool:

Jan/Teledave has already pulled the trigger, great deals right now on flights.


Please start making this another event to remember and post up!!

1. Where are you coming from? The Castro
2. What dates will you be here? Jan/Feb, typically when Kirkweed turns into Tahiti (Anyone else for Jan/Feb?)
3. Do you need lodging and where is preferable? Anywhere
4. Do you ski or board? Next question
5. Are you going to bring a big snow storm with you?? Yes- nine day blizzards, over-the-head face shots, a bunch of oh-no's, a collection of wows, the blizzard of aaahhhhs.

[bagtagley]

1. Hopefully coming from Sandy/Midvale area.
2. Planning to be out there by early January.
3. Working on it.
4. Ski
5. ************************************************** ************************************************** ************************************************** **********************************

[homerjay]

I've never gone to one either, so I may have to go.

1. Denver (would like to hitch a ride, will provide gas and grass, no ass)
2. weekend warrior
3. anywhere cheap
4. ski
5. moon river!

A day of touring would be nice, too.

[freshie247]

Hey Buzz,thanx for the links!Homerjay ,hilarious answer to question #1!

[Buzzworthy]

Originally posted by Eldo

Heading out now to buy lotto ticket and ensure my attendance and to able to buy Buzz all the free beers he wants!
:D

[p-tex]

Yipee -

1. PRB, CO (that's B-O-U, to the FR, to the D town yo!) - prolly fly.
2. 16 - 19
3. CHEAP, have bag will travel. Floor, Tent, Teepee, Yurt, Closet (but I'm not coming out), Tub, abaondoned tree house - OR -- have Holiday Inn points for 3 or 4 nights free IF some other coloraggot wants to pop for the rental car or drive.
4. To ride implies passenger, therefore I ski.
5. Can bring weather mod equipment for maggot cloud seeding experiment.

75% go.

[Eldo]

Originally posted by Buzzworthy


Originally posted by Eldo
... and to be able to buy Buzz all the free beers he wants!
:D


Will be bringing beverage "care package" from Canada. Do you have any favs?

(If you say Kokanee, I will have to reconsider my attendance. ;) )

[SponsoredByDuctTape]

I'm about 80% sure as of right now.

1.) Coming from L.A.
2.)Shooting for 17th through the 20th - at least three days of skiing.
3.) No lodging yet, but I'll take Altachic up on her offer. I can't cook, but I can scrub the hell out of pots and pans!
4.) Not even going to bring my board. Bro Models for sho'.
5.) I'll bring a big storm if someone can bring me some stronger legs.


Last year was such a blast, I can't imagine missing the Utah Mini this year.

I was one of those who stayed at the Best Western in Sandy, and it was very nice. Breakfast every morning, close to everything, right on the bus routes, and not too expensive.

[Buzzworthy]

Originally posted by Eldo


Will be bringing beverage "care package" from Canada. Do you have any favs?

(If you say Kokanee, I will have to reconsider my attendance. ;) )

No offense to many Konkanee drinkers, but it tastes not a whole lot different than Natural Light to me and Natty Light is a hell of a lot cheaper.

I prefer Pale Ales, with a bit of bitey flavor (hops) and a good color. IE, Seirra Nevada Pale Ale, Bass, Mirror Pond Pale Ale by Deuschuttes Brewery in Oregon, ...... them kinds of beers.

Any beer will be much appreciated regardless. :D



Sponsored, very nice testimonial, looking forward to riding with you again!

[Lumpy]

Originally posted by Eldo


Will be bringing beverage "care package" from Canada. Do you have any favs?

(If you say Kokanee, I will have to reconsider my attendance. ;) ) [/B][/QUOTE]

It might just be a sentimental thing, but I got attatched to Molson Canadian when our '76 Capri (this was 1988 and we were poor college students) ran out of gas a mile or two before Invermere (sp?) at 2AM driving to the Calgary Olympics. We had two cases of Buckhorn, a half rack of Shafer Light, and for some reason, I'd bought a sixer of Molson (big spend in the collegiate days) when we'd crossed the border (thats before getting lost in a drunken haze).

Was saving the Molsons for whatever when the car ran out of petrol. We stepped out of the car to get walk into town for gas (moot point since everything would have been closed we were later told), several greasy, mangy, large elkhound looking things trotted out of the brush and up to us. Basically, in mutt terminology told us to get back in the car or they'd make sure our fibulas looked like the remanents of a bucket of KFC drumsticks after a summer picnic. The fackers then decided that we weren't leaving the car all night.

Anyhow, the three other poor bastids were stuck with the collective swill brought from Pullman while I, at least, enjoyed drinking my "exotic" foriegn brew. Bottles, in addition, were much nicer to piss in than the cans...since our four legged hosts weren't keen on letting us out. Turned out they lived at a house about 100 yards up the road and didn't want any visitors early AM.

Haven't touched a Molson since...please bring some, the ones with the geese/ducks on them. We just can't get the ones with the friggin geese on them here...that taste the same. Even if it is the Canadian version of swill.

OK back to my cheap 1.5 litre of Merlot.

On with mini discussion

Sorry about hijack.

[InspectorGadget]

1. Where are you coming from? My house
2. What dates will you be here? All
3. Do you need lodging and where is preferable? See number 1 above
4. Do you ski or board? (Thinking of Alta) Both, but I'm a hack on the single plank - I wouldn't dream of boarding with anyone in this group.
5. Are you going to bring a big snow storm with you?? Red Baron has us covered, thank you.

[glademaster]

I hope some people have the luck with bringing storms, because my dad and I are notorious throughout ski country for bringing either high pressure or skyrocketing freezing levels. We are so due for a big week.[antijinx]

[up an down]

if my foot is fully healed i plan on being there the evening of the 14th thru the evening of the 20th, flying from chicago,, and i hope someone can spare a couch/floor space for me.

[meatdrink9]

If the conditions are there I will be too. Driving from Denver.

[yogachik]

Originally posted by divegirl
so if you have floor space, I'll like you forever and return the favor, or bear gifts of high-alcohol content beer or Napa Valley wines, or possibly some CA cuisine.


I can vouch for the lovely divegirl - she is true to her word and brings mucho alcohol, we even concocted a fab new drink, coconut rum and coke -- right, Comish?

[yogachik]

Originally posted by SponsoredByDuctTape
I'm about 80% sure as of right now.


Duct, and others coming from major cities - be sure to check Southwest Airlines Vacations (http://book.swavacations.com) because in my preliminary browsing today I found that I could go on the 16th, stay 3 nights, and pay $274 ALL IN - air and hotel (Park City Best Western). For a few extra bucks, you can make it a ski package and they throw in the car and interchangeable lift tix.

Last time I went to Utah, I booked through Southwest's Vacations and it all worked out perfectly - SUV, hotel, air and 3 days lift tix for $400. They don't have their ski package stuff together yet, but they do this every year.

I'm a maybe, Buzz. Depends on work, I may be in Baltimore, will keep you posted.

[Rusty Nails]

I plan to fly in from Seattle if conditions are good. Prolly fly in Friday night and fly out Sunday evening. Floor space would be great since my flight will likely be expensive if I make it. My last and only time at Alta I was essentially skiing on one leg. Can't wait to experience it healthy.

[Endlessseason]

1. 20 minutes from Lot 1.
2. Don't know yet. Due to the Euro trip last month, I'm out of vacation days for the rest of 2004.
3. If my wife doesn't kick me out of the house before then I'll still have lodging...
4. Both, but I like skiing better.
5. Are you going to bring a big snow storm with you??
Yeah, yeah, whatever. If not that week, then the one before or after... :p

[The AD]

1. Where are you coming from? Seattle
2. What dates will you be here? I'd probably be in for Friday-Sunday.
3. Do you need lodging and where is preferable? Yes. Somewhere convenient. Might be looking for someone to share. GMD would be great, but maybe too expensive, not sure.
4. Do you ski or board? (Thinking of Alta) Ski
5. Are you going to bring a big snow storm with you?? :D :cool:
Of course.

I've never skied in Utah and maybe this is the time! There's a Delta flight that gets into SLC at 9:10 am which would work great.

I'd say my probability is around 50% right now.

Anyone who's interested in sharing a room at the GMD let me know. I see "low season" is through 12/22, so the prices aren't bad. The four bed dorm room would be very cheap split four ways--especially when you consider breakfast and dinner are included. The rooms are $108, so probably under $30 per person per night after taxes.

[teledave]

Originally posted by The AD
Anyone who's interested in sharing a room at the GMD let me know. I see "low season" is through 12/22, so the prices aren't bad. The four bed dorm room would be very cheap split four ways--especially when you consider breakfast and dinner are included. The rooms are $108, so probably under $30 per person per night after taxes.

I think those rooms at the GMD are $108 per person not for the whole room. And make sure you check on the service charge and taxes, those 2 items add up to roughly 25%. I've never stayed at the GMD so I could be wrong, but thats the way the other lodges at Alta work.

[The AD]

Originally posted by teledave
I think those rooms at the GMD are $108 per person not for the whole room. And make sure you check on the service charge and taxes, those 2 items add up to roughly 25%. I've never stayed at the GMD so I could be wrong, but thats the way the other lodges at Alta work.

I think you're right. Their website isn't real clear, but this makes sense in relation to their other rates. I figured $30/night was way to good to be true! So it's probably more like $125 per night or a little more. That puts it out of my price range, I'd say :(

[snowsprite]

But there are definitely cheap rooms to be had here & there. I think the Best Western is not too expensive, and lumpy mentioned a cheap option that sounded pretty good. Also, priceline might yield a good result.

Sprite

[The AD]

Originally posted by snowsprite
But there are definitely cheap rooms to be had here & there. I think the Best Western is not too expensive, and lumpy mentioned a cheap option that sounded

The Best Western is $78 per night for a room with two queen beds. That's not bad.

EDIT: this is for the CottonTree in Sandy. I see there's also a Best Western Executive Inn with a SLC address. Which one is a better location for access to skiing?

And I see Buzz' thread now with lots of links. Thanks Buzz...

[cololi]

Originally posted by The AD
The Best Western is $78 per night for a room with two queen beds. That's not bad.

EDIT: this is for the CottonTree in Sandy. I see there's also a Best Western Executive Inn with a SLC address. Which one is a better location for access to skiing?

And I see Buzz' thread now with lots of links. Thanks Buzz...

Look at the address, if the number is between 6200-9000, it is close to LLC.

[Poyeboy]

Originally posted by cololi
Look at the address, if the number is between 6200-9000, it is close to LLC.

it's at 7200 South...Midvale. Just across the street from the 7200 Trax and unlimited buses to BCC and LCC. More direct routes to BCC tho, but you can still get to LCC for first tracks. 7200 turns into BCC.

Under $50 a night for a good part of last season if you asked for the expedia rate and they had availability. Discounted tix at the desk, 2 day Solitude was like $72, Brighton $36, All four resorts in the Cottonwoods were $40 including the bus on the superpass.

Near several mexican joints..duh..Bohemian Brewery, etc. Trax will take you into town, bla, bla, bla. Free contischmental breakfast(bring your own protein/meats), grody hottub, fridge and microwave in room if you ask early..Hooters is within striking distance..as are a bunch of other ff joints.

shuttle will take you there from the airport for about $15 + tip so you really don't need a car.

just purchased my Brighton pass online...opening day Nov ????

[teledave]

Originally posted by Poyeboy
it's at 7200 South...Midvale. Just across the street from the 7200 Trax and unlimited buses to BCC and LCC. More direct routes to BCC tho, but you can still get to LCC for first tracks. 7200 turns into BCC.

Under $50 a night for a good part of last season if you asked for the expedia rate and they had availability. Discounted tix at the desk, 2 day Solitude was like $72, Brighton $36, All four resorts in the Cottonwoods were $40 including the bus on the superpass.

Near several mexican joints..duh..Bohemian Brewery, etc. Trax will take you into town, bla, bla, bla. Free contischmental breakfast(bring your own protein/meats), grody hottub, fridge and microwave in room if you ask early..Hooters is within striking distance..as are a bunch of other ff joints.

shuttle will take you there from the airport for about $15 + tip so you really don't need a car.

just purchased my Brighton pass online...opening day Nov ????

This where you are talking about? (http://www.bestwesternexecinn.com/)

I've stayed there before, great location, decent digs, and the only way you can beat the rate is if it's fo' free!

Room with 2 Queen Beds
2 Queen Beds, Coffee Maker, Dataport Phone, Hairdryer, Iron And Ironing Board, Smokng Room, Continental Breakfast

Rate Name

Standard Rate 69.95 USD
Available to the business/commercial traveler only. 62.96 USD
AAA Rate 59.46 USD

[Buzzworthy]

Originally posted by teledave
This where you are talking about? (http://www.bestwesternexecinn.com/)

I've stayed there before, great location, decent digs, and the only way you can beat the rate is if it's fo' free!

Room with 2 Queen Beds
2 Queen Beds, Coffee Maker, Dataport Phone, Hairdryer, Iron And Ironing Board, Smokng Room, Continental Breakfast

Rate Name

Standard Rate 69.95 USD
Available to the business/commercial traveler only. 62.96 USD
AAA Rate 59.46 USD

Yep, that is the one to stay at for best access!!

[Poyeboy]

Originally posted by teledave
This where you are talking about? (http://www.bestwesternexecinn.com/)

I've stayed there before, great location, decent digs, and the only way you can beat the rate is if it's fo' free!

Room with 2 Queen Beds
2 Queen Beds, Coffee Maker, Dataport Phone, Hairdryer, Iron And Ironing Board, Smokng Room, Continental Breakfast

Rate Name

Standard Rate 69.95 USD
Available to the business/commercial traveler only. 62.96 USD
AAA Rate 59.46 USD

that's it.

I haven't checked the expedia rate for any periods this season (hopefully I'll have a house by then), but it's usually $50 and the BW will match at $49.95.

[Telenater]

1. Where are you coming from? Lovely Davis, CA
2. What dates will you be here? 17-20 or thereabouts
3. Do you need lodging and where is preferable? Yes, the cheaper the better.
4. Do you ski or board? (Thinking of Alta) Yes
5. Are you going to bring a big snow storm with you?? :D :cool:
Don't I always?

[IE]

Dumb question. Do you guys all know each other? Or is this an everybody's welcome kind of thing? I was planning on driving out to SLC on those days and skiing Alta, so it'd be cool to find a place to stay and some people to ski with.

[Buzzworthy]

Originally posted by nikita333
Dumb question. Do you guys all know each other? Or is this an everybody's welcome kind of thing? I was planning on driving out to SLC on those days and skiing Alta, so it'd be cool to find a place to stay and some people to ski with.

First off, welcome JONG! :D

Ok, that had to be done. Yes, everyone is welcome to come to this, kinda why we have it, to meet new maggots, well, and ski the shit out of the mountains.

Do we ALL know each other, no: Do we know alot of us, mostly, are we always wanting to meet a new maggot and ski/have a beer,.....yes, are we a"family". yes, that kinda happens over time with the "crew" you associate with mostly. For me, it is the Utards.

I know these people from here, the close knit community of people who love to ski. I have met many, and want to meet more. Most here feel the same, or they would not be wasting their time here.

We would love to ski or board with you, as long as you keep up. :D There are many of these people I don't keep up with, but we still make laps and hook up with each other later.

Please come. The more the better. Please do tell us more about you too. Location, age, years skiing, dogs name, favorite beer, what do you want to be when you grow up, blah blah blah......bust size if you feel so inclined. :D Im just messin.

Sharing rooms for this thing is kinda of a "i kinda know you good enough from the board, lets save some money". If know one knows ya, well, you get made fun of a bunch. :p

Stay tuned on this thread, as it will be at the top as "sticky" till it is all over.

For instance, looks as though Telenater is coming!!! I have yet to meet him, but have had near misses in the last year, a good 4-5 times. Finally I can meet this great dood and make some turns and drink some beer with him!!

Feel free to PM me with other questions, but get out here, it will be a damn good time. Email addy can be found in first post I believe too.

Schedule will be as follows (so far):

Find mountain with most snow and ski it till you can't no more! :D

Buzz

edit: and fix the speling errors if you can, the spelling nazis do come out every so often. :p

[sandytheskier]

1. The mouth of LCC
2. I will be here the whole time, wether I plan on meeting up with the group all days or not is still tbd.
3. I can offer lodging.
4. Tele
5. I will wear my lucky snow socks.:D

[SponsoredByDuctTape]

Originally posted by sandytheskier
1. The mouth of LCC


So is that Sandy from Sandy?

[glademaster]

So stoked for my trip to Ootah and the Mini. Can't wait to meet up and ski with some more (hopefully a lot more) maggots. Now I just hafta hope and pray that we get dumped on every day I'm in Utah. yeah, thats the stuff. [antijinx]:D

[AltaPowderDaze]

Originally posted by glademaster
So stoked for my trip to Ootah and the Mini. Can't wait to meet up and ski with some more (hopefully a lot more) maggots. Now I just hafta hope and pray that we get dumped on every day I'm in Utah. yeah, thats the stuff. [antijinx]:D

be careful, you might just end up staying...everyone else does. :D

[boarderline]

1. Where are you coming from?

Sandy. 20 minutes from Gadzoom @ Snowbird. :D

2. What dates will you be here?

Bell to bell all weekend.

3. Do you need lodging and where is preferable?

I can offer lodging for a few wayward mags for the weekend. Bring out-of-state beer (6%+) and a big powder dump with you. PM me if interested.

Will have my backyard 15' funbox set up by then so we can all have a backyard BBQ/jibfest at my house if y'all aren't too tired from skiing pow all day. :D

4. Do you ski or board? (Thinking of Alta)

Board

5. Are you going to bring a big snow storm with you??

3'+ assured.

[UTdave]

I'm coming from Midvale (I live down the street from the mouth of BCC).
I ski.
I may be able to provide some lodging. (We'll see what the wife says when it gets closer) I'll be skiing on the weekend. I'm definitely in for a day at the Bird (in 2 minis in a row how can there not have been one day at the bird?)
It seems that so many other mags are bringing a storm that I don't have to bother with it.

[snowsprite]

Originally posted by boarderline

Will have my backyard 15' funbox set up by then so we can all have a backyard BBQ/jibfest at my house if y'all aren't too tired from skiing pow all day. :D


A BBQ in December after skiing pow all day...that's the spirit!
:cool:
Sprite
(and I really do think that's a groovy idea, I'm not being facetious!)

[glademaster]

Originally posted by snowsprite
A BBQ in December after skiing pow all day...that's the spirit!
:cool:
Sprite
(and I really do think that's a groovy idea, I'm not being facetious!)

I'm diggin that idea too. BBQ's in the winter kick total ass!:D

[Buzzworthy]

Originally posted by UTdave
I'm definitely in for a day at the Bird (in 2 minis in a row how can there not have been one day at the bird?)


I was at the Bird with a bunch of mags last year on the Sat. I think, just ask BumZ on my lovely parking job while a little too hungover. Rode with a bunch of us and Mr. Altagirl came over from Alta for a few fun laps.

Bet you were at Alta with the rest of them, weren't you!! :p

[Buzzworthy]

From Boardlines comments:

So who is willing to throw the party after Friday of madness on the mountain, GMD apres ski swhagggg giveaway and then off to copious amounts of alcohol??

:D

[powstash]

1. Where are you coming from? Park City
2. What dates will you be here? realistically 17 & 18
3. Do you need lodging and where is preferable? Nope, I prefer Mrs. Powstash's bed.
4. Do you ski or board? (Thinking of Alta) Yes, but the snowboard will be staying home.
5. Are you going to bring a big snow storm with you??
If the snow is marginal, I'll be glad to host a BC tour with super sick deeply discounted tix (I'll try for $20-$33) at The Canyons and anyone with gear, a bit of knowledge and in reasonably good physical condition is welcome.

If the snow is off the hook, Alta for sure. If snowpack is good and stable but not nuking, the Uinta snowmobile super sick BC access tour will be happening. Stay tuned for details. Bring a ski rope!

[powstash]

Oh yea, forgot to mention this and not sure if it's been said:

If you are flying to Utah and arrive in the morning or mid day with enough time to bolt up to The Canyons, Park City, or Deer Valley, you can register and use your boarding pass from your flight to get a free lift ticket. Wouldn't be a bad way to get your Utah stoke going with a free lift ticket for the day you arrive.

Register and check out details of the "Quick Start" program here: www.parkcityinfo.com (http://www.parkcityinfo.com )

[boarderline]

Originally posted by Buzzworthy
From Boardlines comments:

So who is willing to throw the party after Friday of madness on the mountain, GMD apres ski swhagggg giveaway and then off to copious amounts of alcohol??

:D

My liver is weeping already. :D

I'd be happy to host a backyard bonfire/BBQ/jib-a-thon Friday and/or Saturday night at my house.

If there's enough interest, I'm thinking of making the pilgramage to Wyoming to get a keg of some fine suds. We would, of course, have to finish said keg before the night was through. ;)<twists maggots' collective arms ;)>

[altachic]

Oh, I can host a winter BBQ/ maggot apres ski party if we need a place as well.

[Tri-Ungulate]

Originally posted by Buzzworthy
First off, welcome JONG! :D

We would love to ski or board with you, as long as you keep up. :D There are many of these people I don't keep up with, but we still make laps and hook up with each other later.

Please come. The more the better. Please do tell us more about you too. Location, age, years skiing, dogs name, favorite beer, what do you want to be when you grow up, blah blah blah......bust size if you feel so inclined. :D Im just messin.


'nother JONG here, coming out of lurk mode.

will do my best to keep up.

age: old enuf to fart dust
years skiing: a lot, last 14 on pins
dog's name: hey! outta the kitchen!
favorite beer: homebrewed or Anchor Steam
what do I want to be when I grow up: less of a gaper
blah blah blah: Iggy Pop
bust size: Ahnuld-like pecs

1. Where are you coming from? Slut Lick Slitty
2. What dates will you be here? The whole time.
3. Do you need lodging and where is preferable? No, willing to put up floor space for fellow dirtbag pinners (like Nate, for example).
4. Do you ski or board? (Thinking of Alta) Oh yeah bayee - got my Alta pass.
5. Are you going to bring a big snow storm with you?? Hell yeah.

[Artie Fufkin]

1. Where are you coming from? Durango, CO
2. What dates will you be here?18 & 19(weekend warrior)
3. Do you need lodging and where is preferable? Yes, I will worrry about lodging last, I will take floor space if open, I can provide three references.
4. Do you ski or board? Ski, I have never been to Utah(for skiing), so Alta is preferable, but open to suggestions.
5. Are you going to bring a big snow storm with you? Yes, I will also bring some Johnny Walker......

[freshie247]

I'm not asking you,I'm telling you,KICK THIS ASS FOR A MAN!

[snorkeldeep]

1. Where are you coming from? nyc
2. What dates will you be here? as much of it as possible.. but most likely a long weekend
3. Do you need lodging and where is preferable? possibly - no real preference other than close to where we end up skiing.
4. Do you ski or board? (Thinking of Alta) - ski
5. Are you going to bring a big snow storm with you?? i usually just follow them to utah, not bring em ;)

[powderhound]

utah, wheres dat??? possible room and board here.

[Buzzworthy]

Originally posted by boarderline
My liver is weeping already. :D

I'd be happy to host a backyard bonfire/BBQ/jib-a-thon Friday and/or Saturday night at my house.

If there's enough interest, I'm thinking of making the pilgramage to Wyoming to get a keg of some fine suds. We would, of course, have to finish said keg before the night was through. ;)<twists maggots' collective arms ;)>

I really think the party needs to be Friday after the GMD beer swillin, schawaggggy give away and general ear to ear grins and more.

All for a Keg, will personally make sure it is gone. :D

YOu said fine suds, so please no PBR, I'll be on the shitter all the next day. Yes, they have a great new rubber keg and all, but the beer kills my insides. My 5 cents. [insert puss comments here, but kiss my butt].

You guys can kick that all around, be glad to help with what I can.

Frozens went off last year, lets see if we can do it again!!!
:D

[yogachik]

I'm thinking I'll be there 16th-19th. Don't need a place to stay, have a friends place in Park City. I just need to pull the trigger on the flight (hesitant with our shooting dates shifting all the time).

[Buzzworthy]

Originally posted by yogachik
I'm thinking I'll be there 16th-19th. Don't need a place to stay, have a friends place in Park City. I just need to pull the trigger on the flight (hesitant with our shooting dates shifting all the time).

Pull it, pull it already!!

[glademaster]

Just scrolled through all the pics I could find from last years Mini. All I can say is that the stoke level is at an all time high. Only 3 months and 2 days till I'm in Ootah. Now it just needs to get cold and start snowing here and there. Oh please let it dump the entire time in out there.[antijinx]:D

[Buzzworthy]

The trees are changing very quickly. It is coming.

[Ubersheist]

Originally posted by glademaster
Just scrolled through all the pics I could find from last years Mini. All I can say is that the stoke level is at an all time high. Only 3 months and 2 days till I'm in Ootah. Now it just needs to get cold and start snowing here and there. Oh please let it dump the entire time in out there.[antijinx]:D

Well, don't be hoarding 'em! ;)

Here's what I cold find:

Buzz's "Official UTAH MINI PICS Thread" (http://tetongravity.com/forums/showthread.php?s=&threadid=6594)
Gt40's "More UTAH Mini Pics from Summit " thread (http://tetongravity.com/forums/showthread.php?s=&threadid=6924)

There's probably others. Where are they?

[glademaster]

Sorry, didn't mean to hoard them, but posting from the school library doesn't allow me to post with as much as detail as I usually like to. Something about not being allowed to use things like this at school.:D

[Trackhead]

1. Where are you coming from? 100 miles north.

2. What dates will you be here? 15th, 16th, maybe 17th.

3. Do you need lodging and where is preferable? No, got my own thanks.

4. Do you ski or board? (Thinking of Alta) Ski, but I'm toO cheap to buy a lift ticket. So BC only for me.

5. Are you going to bring a big snow storm with you?? Yeah, and it is going to dump heavy wet then progress to light and dry. Ingredients for safe, fun bc day with the cronies.

I have a four day Uinta yurt trip already planned from Dec. 20-24, so I can only swing a couple days for this mini-me gig. I'm hoping for a day on Timpanogos or Tibble Fork and maybe a day in the Uintas if it's stable. So all you mini goers, reserve atleast one day for some bc rompin, or I'm stuck with my dog again.

[stump832]

1. Where are you coming from? a few miles west on 94th

2. What dates will you be here? name it, i'll be around

3. Do you need lodging and where is preferable? got my own place

4. Do you ski or board? (Thinking of Alta) ski

5. Are you going to bring a big snow storm with you?? i'll try

[gramps]

Well, I'm no veteran here, but I can't help but notice there's a Utah mini summit and I live in SLC. I'll be probably be around those dates, I'd probably be down for some Alta skiing and definitely some BC w/ Trackhead.

[snowsprite]

We still talking Dec. 15-20th? The husband has finally bowed to pressure (we were up late last night :D ) and I'm ready to pull the trigger on flights and asking for time off from work.

I have that "kid on Christmas Eve" feeling!
:cool:
Sprite

[skiphant]

1. Where are you coming from? upstate NY
2. What dates will you be here? 14 th to the latest possible
3. Do you need lodging and where is preferable? nah, happy w/ my mobile cardboard box

4. Do you ski or board? Phantoms.. so i guess thats considered borderline both??

5. Are you going to bring a big snow storm with you?? yes, and also mary tougher.. the craziest chick on the east side

[Buzzworthy]

Originally posted by snowsprite
We still talking Dec. 15-20th? The husband has finally bowed to pressure (we were up late last night :D ) and I'm ready to pull the trigger on flights and asking for time off from work.

I have that "kid on Christmas Eve" feeling!
:cool:
Sprite

Yes we are!!! Pull it. :D

[glademaster]

I propose starting a Utah Mini stoke thread. All the great itah shots that have been amassed among the Utah crew should be posted up for the sake of those in less snowy places. I would volunteer to start one, but since I live in Nj and have never been to utah, I don't have any stoke to volunteer. Maybe we could even get sticky status for it ONS? Pretty Please?;)

[Buzzworthy]

I propose starting a Utah Mini stoke thread. All the great itah shots that have been amassed among the Utah crew should be posted up for the sake of those in less snowy places. I would volunteer to start one, but since I live in Nj and have never been to utah, I don't have any stoke to volunteer. Maybe we could even get sticky status for it ONS? Pretty Please?;)


Go ahead and pull some pics and post em. I don't think we need it sticky though, hell, the JH Summit thread is not even sticky yet. I just did not want to bump the MINI thread a bunch and fill it up with useless crap.

I am sure if you start a pics thread of Utah snow and skiing, many will chime in and put pics up too, it is that time of season. :D

[Duker]

buzz-
just a quick question. I Have finals week that week at usu but I could probably be there on sat the 18th. Where do you think youll be riding that day?

[Buzzworthy]

buzz-
just a quick question. I Have finals week that week at usu but I could probably be there on sat the 18th. Where do you think youll be riding that day?

Good question Duker. We WILL have the "most everyone want to go here" schedule put together on this thread as we get closer.

I think the key factor here is:

"Who has the most snow with least amount of skiers."

That is where I like to go. :D

We will let you all know, as you all need to tell me where ya want to go what days.

Glade and Teledave got their way with the dates. ;)

Who want to pony up a schedule for what mountains what days? Too early maybe?

I am seeing a Solisunday request as well. Last year I was at Snowbasin Sat and Sun and both days were out of this world.

Personally I see me hitting Alta on Friday, GMD giveaway and maggot fundum and beers apres ski, Basin or Bird on Sat and Solitude on Sunday. I must save the rest of my vaca for the baby in Feb.

You can always join us Sunday too!! ;) :D

[The AD]

Is there a UTA bus that goes to BCC, too, or just LCC?

[altachic]

Is there a UTA bus that goes to BCC, too, or just LCC?
Yep, the buses go to LCC and BCC

[The AD]

Yep, the buses go to LCC and BCC

You've been checkin the bus schedules since your car got stolen, right?

Sorry. Low blow! :D

[altachic]

You've been checkin the bus schedules since your car got stolen, right?

Sorry. Low blow! :D
My car was found 2 days ago, bastardo!


;)

[glademaster]

Glade and Teledave got their way with the dates. ;)


Hahaha, yeah we bribed you with the promise of real North Country beer. Works every time. :D ;)

[montanamike]

i'll go if it's snowing, hell, maybe i'll just bring some with me. i ski and i'm coming from big sky. i'll sleep in a snowcave or something.

[shamrockpow]

i'll go if it's snowing, hell, maybe i'll just bring some with me. i ski and i'm coming from big sky. i'll sleep in a snowcave or something.
Just ignore everything your scoutmaster says and don't build in avalanche terrain!

[wondering snow bum]

[add current stuff too as I continue setting this up.


I need the same info as last year:

1. Where are you coming from?
2. What dates will you be here?
3. Do you need lodging and where is preferable?
4. Do you ski or board? (Thinking of Alta)
5. Are you going to bring a big snow storm with you?? :D :cool:

Boston Maybe Vail
ALL
Mid grade hotel room I'll have no transpo
SKI
Maybe if your nice

[HotRutteredBum]

I need the same info as last year:


1. Where are you coming from?
Seattle
2. What dates will you be here?
not sure 16-19i f I can
3. Do you need lodging and where is preferable?
me dont thinks so my buddy works at alta
4. Do you ski or board? (Thinking of Alta)
Refer Question 3
5. Are you going to bring a big snow storm with you?? :D :cool:
I'll be doiing my snow dance every day North wests finest.

6. Should we bring real booze?

[skiguide]

YEAH!!! i can finally answer this thread:)

1. Where are you coming from?
my new digs in PEOA, UT - see thread:
http://tetongravity.com/forums/showthread.php?t=17103

2. What dates will you be here?
16th or 17th on - i'll be in chicago the days before.

3. Do you need lodging and where is preferable?
Can probably host some maggots, see thread referenced above:)

4. Do you ski or board? (Thinking of Alta)
Both.

5. Are you going to bring a big snow storm with you?? :D :cool:
hopefully it will be there all season.

[Buzzworthy]

6. Should we bring real booze?[/CENTER]



Very good call!! The answer to number 6 for anyone out of the state of Utah is


YES!!

[Xover]

buzzy,

my suggestion schedule wise for lcc/bcc options:
fri - alta, as you said
sat - soli
sun - bird

the latter two work out better crowd wise
'course once the snow starts flying schedules go out the window anyway :D

[The AD]

For anyone coming from Seattle looking for flights I noticed Delta has a fare of $199 right now. Unfortunately the dates I want to travel are either sold out or blacked out (the 17th and the 19th), but there are many other dates available. This isn't a killer deal, but it ain't bad.

[Xover]

For anyone coming from Seattle looking for flights I noticed Delta has a fare of $199 right now. Unfortunately the dates I want to travel are either sold out or blacked out (the 17th and the 19th), but there are many other dates available. This isn't a killer deal, but it ain't bad.

... might want to check SWA right now also

[The AD]

... might want to check SWA right now also

$219 after tax right now. The Delta flight gets in an hour earlier (9:10 am), so that's preferred IF I can get a good price. One hour earlier = one more hour if skiing after all!

[Buzzworthy]

buzzy,

my suggestion schedule wise for lcc/bcc options:
fri - alta, as you said
sat - soli
sun - bird

the latter two work out better crowd wise
'course once the snow starts flying schedules go out the window anyway :D

No love for Basin??? I like Solisunday better and Basin on Sat (pending snow).

I though Soli on Sunday was the day of choice for most.

[BobMc]

I like Solisunday better. I thought Soli on Sunday was the day of choice for most.

See my User Title.

BobMc

[teledave]

Personally, I was thinking

Fri-Alta/'Bird
Sat-Snowbasin
Sun- Solitude

But I'm wherever everyone else is, just avoiding the 'Bird on Sat & Sun if possible although since I've never been this early in the season maybe the crowds won't have come yet.

[glademaster]

I like the Thursday Snowbird, Friday Alta, Saturday Snowbasin Trifecta. And maybe we could pull off Wednesday wherever the snow happens to be deepest that day. I can't wait. :D

[zion zig zag]

No love for Basin???
.

You're asking Xover if he has love for Basin? Bwahahhahaahahahahaahha. Xover hasnt had laaaaooooooove for anywhere other than Alta since 1969!

[Buzzworthy]

You're asking Xover if he has love for Basin? Bwahahhahaahahahahaahha. Xover hasnt had laaaaooooooove for anywhere other than Alta since 1969!

Wonder if we can teach an old dog a new trick? :p

Please keep your suggestions coming. :D

[cololi]

Friday: Alta obviously. Anyone for some bc action in the Alta area Friday morning?

Sat: I'll be in the bc somewhere

Sun: with bobmc

[Buzzworthy]

Sun: with bobmc


Yep. Have gotten the tour from Woodsy a few times, but the tours always end in the phone ringing a lot and then he goes bye-bye. :(

Bobmc, tour guide, sound good to me. I too plan to be Solisundaying I do believe. Solisaturday does not have the same nice ring to it.

[tele mark]

'nother JONG here, coming out of lurk mode.

will do my best to keep up.

age: old enuf to fart dust
years skiing: a lot, last 14 on pins
dog's name: hey! outta the kitchen!
favorite beer: homebrewed or Anchor Steam
what do I want to be when I grow up: less of a gaper
blah blah blah: Iggy Pop
bust size: Ahnuld-like pecs

1. Where are you coming from? Slut Lick Slitty
2. What dates will you be here? The whole time.
3. Do you need lodging and where is preferable? No, willing to put up floor space for fellow dirtbag pinners (like Nate, for example).
4. Do you ski or board? (Thinking of Alta) Oh yeah bayee - got my Alta pass.
5. Are you going to bring a big snow storm with you?? Hell yeah.


So the mini-summit got ya' motivated to do the Oly-park freestyle clinic ;)

Last time we skied those farts spewed more than just dust....

[Buzzworthy]

Last drunk post for the eve, who has a place or whom has places for me to crash. I aint wanting to drive back up here every night.

[tele mark]

Last drunk post for the eve, who has a place or whom has places for me to crash. I aint wanting to drive back up here every night.

Try Pioneer Park - 3rd west & 4th south. Plenty o' drunks w/ no where to sleep.

[UTdave]

buzzy,

my suggestion schedule wise for lcc/bcc options:
fri - alta, as you said
sat - soli
sun - bird

the latter two work out better crowd wise
'course once the snow starts flying schedules go out the window anyway :D
I agree. in 2 minis I've attended we have yet to have a day at the Bird which means it's overdue. Maybe Saturday at Snowbasin.

[altachic]

I'll be posting names of those who are coming and some who are around 80.337659% sure they are coming.

It'll be on the first page.

[Buzzworthy]

I agree. in 2 minis I've attended we have yet to have a day at the Bird which means it's overdue. Maybe Saturday at Snowbasin.

Where were ya last year on Friday before the giveaway at GMD?? Probably Alta right??

I was all over the Bird with the likes of Frizzo, Baron, Mr. AG, Lumpy, Meats, AH, Bum Z and a whole bunch more.


Now that you say this, in my wallet currently is no cash, BUT I do have a 2 for 1 Adult "Tram and Chair" ticket from the Soul Purpose show.

THis could be good!!!! All Utards who have these, regardless of pass status, please bring them or send them to me or Altachic for others to get a deal on a pass. I have one, so I need a cohort to buy the other half price pass. Nice thing is they are good till the 23 of December. Perfect for the MINI. :D


Anyone, I mean ANYONE else who has these, please hold onto them. This will give our out of staters a discount and a significant one at that.

Saturday at the Bird is now sounding like a damn good idea. Thanks Dave and TGR!!!

[glademaster]

So what day are we planning to hit Snowbasin? I was hoping to head there during our trip, but we're leaving Sunday morning. Maybe Wednesday or Thursday at the Basin for some eerily uncrowded skiing? I like the idea of SoliSunday simply because my dad and I can hit it Sunday the 12th. The Bird on Saturday is cool with me, but for the love of God, we need a day at Snowbasin, I've heard so much about the place. Or if not, I'm sure a couple of maggots wouldn't mind heading up and joining us. Either way, I'm super stoked for my trip and the MiniSummit. Just over 2 months now, I can feel it getting closer. Now all we need is about 5 or 6 feet of powder in Utah the week I'm there. [antijinx] :D

Oh, and Buzz, you forgot to include my dad on the list of people attending, or is the list only for registered maggots? A friend of mine and his dad will be out there too, both are super cool guys, so they may join the group several days too. Just thought I'd let ya know.

[huckslut]

just secured my job in the shop at the peruvian... so i will definately be there :D

[Buzzworthy]

So what day are we planning to hit Snowbasin? I was hoping to head there during our trip, but we're leaving Sunday morning. Maybe Wednesday or Thursday at the Basin for some eerily uncrowded skiing? I like the idea of SoliSunday simply because my dad and I can hit it Sunday the 12th. The Bird on Saturday is cool with me, but for the love of God, we need a day at Snowbasin, I've heard so much about the place. Or if not, I'm sure a couple of maggots wouldn't mind heading up and joining us. Either way, I'm super stoked for my trip and the MiniSummit. Just over 2 months now, I can feel it getting closer. Now all we need is about 5 or 6 feet of powder in Utah the week I'm there. [antijinx] :D

Oh, and Buzz, you forgot to include my dad on the list of people attending, or is the list only for registered maggots? A friend of mine and his dad will be out there too, both are super cool guys, so they may join the group several days too. Just thought I'd let ya know.

I agree, thurday would be a good day for Basin. I gots to work, but others will be around. Just a thought.

Really, at this point it is all up in the air as we will make the decision based on snow quantity and quality. Alta is always the Friday ski place. That is a done deal. Got lots of flack for not doing Solisunday last year so I figured mix it up this year. Sat Bird because of deal. BUT, maybe everybody and their sister plans this day too there.

At this point I would really like to be in PC with the rest of the Utarded ones getting my tard on. Sitting here in shorts and no shirt ain't doing it for me. I want snow and cold.

Will edit dad, friend and friend's dad.

Huck, NICE!!!

[glademaster]

Will edit dad, friend and friend's dad.

First of all Buzz, you the man! This thing is gonna be amazing. Thanks for adding the people in for me, although the friend and friends dad should be under the 80.2348% sure column ;) , no biggie though, it doesn't matter really. I've been trying to recruit the friend to register here, but so far no dice. All we can do now is pray for snow.

P.S. We still remember that we need to bring ya the beer. :D

[Buzzworthy]

Jayfrizzo or anyone else that is VERY patient, wanna skisuck with me on Friday at Alta?

This very well be the first day I am on skis for the second time in 9 years.

[Buzzworthy]

I would also like to revist the party on Friday after Alta. Please, by all means chime in. :D

Who is wanting to host this shindig?

Keg? 2? See the list of attedees (and maybes) on the first post done courtesy of your pal Altachic. Huge thanks to her. Looks like a solid 60+. :D

[glademaster]

I may be skiing with you Friday at Alta, Buzz. Or at least my dad prolly will, at least later in the day while I'm off tearin up the pow [antijinx] with the more rockstar-esque maggots. Even rocking fat skis it hard for him to ski hard for more than 4 or so hours now that he's gettin older. I have a feeling he'd be down with that. And we're both liking the idea of an apres-party Friday afternoon at Alta, so count us in fer sure. :D

Utah Mini=so so hot right now!

[Mountainman]

hmmm. just got this wild idea where i should come down there. although it would all be BC. i better start saving for gas.

[sandytheskier]

Yeah. You should come! :)

[altachic]

hmmm. just got this wild idea where i should come down there. although it would all be BC. i better start saving for gas.
You know you wanna ski with us at Alta, no matter what you say. ;)

[Mountainman]

You know you wanna ski with us at Alta, no matter what you say. ;)

I would just like to publicly thank Altachic for saying she would buy me lift tickets to Alta.

Thanks again!

[zion zig zag]

Come on Mountainman, you know you wanna hit up Basin, forget Alta. Just kidding, if I was in your situation I'd prolly ski Alta too. I just hope you guys will make a Basin day so I can ski with some of yous.

[Buzzworthy]

Come on Mountainman, you know you wanna hit up Basin, forget Alta. Just kidding, if I was in your situation I'd prolly ski Alta too. I just hope you guys will make a Basin day so I can ski with some of yous.

Believe me, I especially would like a day at Basin. Just tryin to mix it up from last year a bit. If the snow is there, so will some maggots.

[Trackhead]

Wednesday:Timpanogos
Thursday:Mirror Lake Highway

[Foggy_Goggles]

Me "I think I should go visit some of my client in SLC during 4Q"

Boss "OK, got any dates in mind"

Me "I was thinking 12/16 & 12/17"

Boss "sounds good to me"

ding.ding.ding.

Looks like I'll be there for the weekend and maybe 1/2 day Friday if I can transition from suit boy to dirt bag quick enough.

[Buzzworthy]

Working the same type of deal for Colorado, to see some resellers in March.

Nice Foggy, glad you are coming. :D

[Ubersheist]

Jayfrizzo or anyone else that is VERY patient, wanna skisuck with me on Friday at Alta?

This very well be the first day I am on skis for the second time in 9 years.

Maybe... I know I suck pretty bad, but prolly not as bad as someone who's been off his game for 9 years... ;)

Yippie! Stoke rising...

[Buzzworthy]

Maybe... I know I suck pretty bad, but prolly not as bad as someone who's been off his game for 9 years... ;)

Yippie! Stoke rising...

Ok, sucka, you just stepped over the line and now owe me a sixer of some good pale ale!!

The air is getting a bit a chill in the am, a very welcomed chill. :D

[Altaholic]

Have we determined a ski schedule yet? Because I wanna hit the basin w/ you guys, last year I could'nt do snowbasin because of busy days at the rustler. I'll be around for the alta/bird day no problem. If there are any determined basin day(s) I wanna pencil them in so i won't miss it.

[Lynx]

I need the same info as last year:

1. Where are you coming from?
2. What dates will you be here?
3. Do you need lodging and where is preferable?
4. Do you ski or board? (Thinking of Alta)
5. Are you going to bring a big snow storm with you?? :D :cool:

1. eL Cottonwood
2. probably all of them, but i don't know, i might have to go east at some point between thanksgiving and new years see the fam. i also don't have a job shedule yet.....let alone a job....
3. proud to be a utard all season this time around.
4. ski
5. um......jinx...i mean antijinx. . . i mean jinx.....er....antijinx! antijinx!

i am down for solisunday, any day at basin, and if things go my way i will already have a pass for alta-bird or at least bird and be able to offer up two, count em, TWO, of the bird coupons to any eligible bachelor err skier.

[Buzzworthy]

Have we determined a ski schedule yet? Because I wanna hit the basin w/ you guys, last year I could'nt do snowbasin because of busy days at the rustler. I'll be around for the alta/bird day no problem. If there are any determined basin day(s) I wanna pencil them in so i won't miss it.

Well, kinda, but there is no snow yet, so it really does not count yet, ya know?

Wed December 15 - I am working, others are straggling in, some will be gittin sum somewhere.

Thur Dec 16- I am working again, sounds like a good day for those that are here to hit Snowbasin

Fri Dec 17 - I am skiing Alta (to the best of my snowboarder ability), get beers early after getting worked at GMD, be Buzz by the time the give away at GMD at Alta, lots of stinky wet beer drinkin comraderie and free goodies, then we conveine to _______________ place for the MINI party. Still do not know who __________________ is yet, Boarderline and Altachic are battling it out. :D

Sat Dec 18 - Snowbird, I will be boarding with the boarding contingent (so far). I have two 2 for 1 tickets, Lynx has two, many others have them. May be some crowds on a Saturday, but half price is worth it, hell it is the Bird and is huge. I need half of one of my 2 coupons, so I have three more maggots I can get in half price.

Sun Dec 19- The great debate. Solisinday or Snowbasin???

I love both places. One is very close to my house, which is a nice plus for me :D . Flykdog will only be able to ski at Basin and is hoping on some of us to join him. GT40 and the Meats family and more usually hit Basin. BobMc will be playing tour guide at Solitude (may even see a Woodsy sighting on the slopes).

At this point, I am torn.

And all of this, besides LCC on Friday for sure, is dependent on the snowpack. If one mountain has way more than another........well, you can fugure out where people will go.

Best bet is to keep checking back to see what will happen once the snow flies.

Other attendees: Put up the schedule you plan to do and lets see who is where.

[cololi]

Friday: bc (condition dependant) in the a.m. Alta in the afternoon
Sat: Snowbird or bc tour (condition dependant and also dependant on being able to use a 2 for 1 ticket)
Sun: Solisunday

Working other days.

[Trackhead]

I would just like to publicly thank Altachic for saying she would buy me lift tickets to Alta.

Thanks again!

I got a lift ticket for you...........
http://www.biglines.com/photos/blpic18654.jpg

[Mountainman]

I got a lift ticket for you...........
http://www.biglines.com/photos/blpic18654.jpg

Ya, if i can make it i won't be doing any resort skiing

[divegirl]

Ok, I really want to get serious about attending the utah mini. However, it's going to be $$$ for me. Plane ticket + lift tickets + housing + food = around $600. Plus I need to take an avie class either in Dec. or in January. And that's $300-ish.

Are there any hostels in SLC? I should probably read this entire thread. I really want to go.....

[glademaster]

My vote is to maybe do a Wednesday at Solitude or maybe the Canyons. Thursday gets my vote for Snowbasin, since I won't be around Sunday really, really wanna hit the Basin with a contingent of Maggots to show my dad and I the goods. Saturday at the Bird sounds good, I'll leave the Mini with a bang [anijinx] at the Bird. Alta friday is pretty much set in stone which is fine with me. One question, why no love for The Canyons, anyone up for some of the best tree skiing in Utah maybe Wednesday, if not, Solitude is kool. We will travel for snow and maggots!

[cololi]

One question, why no love for The Canyons, anyone up for some of the best tree skiing in Utah maybe Wednesday, if not, Solitude is kool. We will travel for snow and maggots!
I think there is plenty of love for the canyons. Mid Dec. is just so hit and miss in terms of snow. LCC and BCC are more reliable.

[Altaholic]

Ok, I really want to get serious about attending the utah mini. However, it's going to be $$$ for me. Plane ticket + lift tickets + housing + food = around $600. Plus I need to take an avie class either in Dec. or in January. And that's $300-ish.

Are there any hostels in SLC? I should probably read this entire thread. I really want to go.....

If you bring good beer/booze I'm sure you can crash at a Maggot's place

[divegirl]

If you bring good beer/booze I'm sure you can crash at a Maggot's place
Can I stash it on the plane in my bag without security calling me out on it? Will it shake up because of the altitude change in flight? Was that a dumb question? Maybe I'll just wrap it as a gift and carry it on.

Anyway, YES I'm willing to bring a 24 case of anything of your choosing for a night or two stay at a maggot place. Oh, and consider me two people = two 24 packs. I gotta consider the fact I'll be staying along side Legosker! :)

[The AD]

Can I stash it on the plane in my bag without security calling me out on it? Will it shake up because of the altitude change in flight? Was that a dumb question?

I think as long as its clearly labeled as beer they won't mind (i.e., they won't let you carry on an unmarked container of liquid that could potentially be explosive).

The altitude won't affect the beer since it's sealed.

I'm still a little on the fence on going. I really want to, but I'm trying to figure out where I should get a hotel, if I need a rental car, etc. I'd really like to get a flight for under $200, but I'm not counting on it especially with the price of oil through the roof. Right now the best I can do is SWA for around $230.

[Trackhead]

Ya, if i can make it i won't be doing any resort skiing

I will likely be around on the weekdays and looking for BC partners. I work weekends, so I'm out for that.

[Buzzworthy]

I think as long as its clearly labeled as beer they won't mind (i.e., they won't let you carry on an unmarked container of liquid that could potentially be explosive).

The altitude won't affect the beer since it's sealed.

I'm still a little on the fence on going. I really want to, but I'm trying to figure out where I should get a hotel, if I need a rental car, etc. I'd really like to get a flight for under $200, but I'm not counting on it especially with the price of oil through the roof. Right now the best I can do is SWA for around $230.

I doubt you will need a car or at least go in on a car with other staying at the BW in Sandy. That place was full of maggots last year.

Bus service goes up and there seems to be plenty of utards around. Time to bribe em. :D

[The AD]

Bus service goes up and there seems to be plenty of utards around. Time to bribe em. :D

The UTA site doesn't show the winter bus schedule yet, and I can't find it anywhere on the web. Do the buses run all day, or just in the morning and evening? Right now it looks like I'll get in Friday at 10:30 am and leave Sunday at 5:20 pm, so obviously I'd need to find some other way to/from the mountains both days if I can't take the bus.

Anyone else out there looking to share a hotel room? The Sandy BW looks pretty good, but would look even better with the price split in half :)

[Buzzworthy]

The UTA site doesn't show the winter bus schedule yet, and I can't find it anywhere on the web. Do the buses run all day, or just in the morning and evening? Right now it looks like I'll get in Friday at 10:30 am and leave Sunday at 5:20 pm, so obviously I'd need to find some other way to/from the mountains both days if I can't take the bus.

Anyone else out there looking to share a hotel room? The Sandy BW looks pretty good, but would look even better with the price split in half :)

Looky Here:

UTA Bus to LCC (http://www.rideuta.com/schedulesAndMaps/routeSchedules/?routeGroupID=8)

I would think someone will take you up on the room split, it happened like mad when they sold out last year during the MINI. A ton of maggots were around so I heard.

[cololi]

Buses run throughout the day, everyday in the winter. I am also sure that there will be plenty of people with cars willing to provide some transportation.

[Buzzworthy]

Ok, I really want to get serious about attending the utah mini. However, it's going to be $$$ for me. Plane ticket + lift tickets + housing + food = around $600. Plus I need to take an avie class either in Dec. or in January. And that's $300-ish.

Are there any hostels in SLC? I should probably read this entire thread. I really want to go.....

Most of the stuff is in the first post, but the rest is good too.

With all the maggots that are dong this for the weekend and still saving money for the SUMMIT, you can do this for less.

Time to start the "who wants to share a room, car, prostitute" threads. :D

[Buzzworthy]

On more reason to hit up Snowbasin!

Our own Flykdog has secured a position on the ski patrol full time at Snowbasin!! Huge congrats considering this is a guy who only got off his snowboard 2 seasons ago and got on skis and has killed it since. Definately the skier of the year award in my book with Divegirl coming in a close second.


Now, if only I can talk him into radioing me with rope droppings! :D

[The AD]

Looky Here:

UTA Bus to LCC (http://www.rideuta.com/schedulesAndMaps/routeSchedules/?routeGroupID=8)

That link only shows the CURRENT schedule, I believe, so there's basically only one or two runs up and down LCC. I can't find the winter schedule, but I'll trust cololi that it runs throughout the day.

I'm pretty close to pulling the trigger. I was holding out for Delta, since their flight times are better, but the price is up over $400 from Seattle now! :eek: So it looks like Southwest is the way to go.

[Buzzworthy]

That link only shows the CURRENT schedule, I believe, so there's basically only one or two runs up and down LCC. I can't find the winter schedule, but I'll trust cololi that it runs throughout the day.

I'm pretty close to pulling the trigger. I was holding out for Delta, since their flight times are better, but the price is up over $400 from Seattle now! :eek: So it looks like Southwest is the way to go.

cololi knows his shiz, do I would trust him, plus as soon as Altachic pokes her head in here, she will say the same thing.

From past experiences (kinda phUnk like :p) showing up a bit late sometimes, buses are still in my damn way up the road.

I have a good feeling that you will end up crammed in a car full of out of townermaggots with all your stinky ski gear heading out from one of the BW's. Sandy and Midvale, Sandy BW was more used I do believe.

Trust me and the utards, we are not going to let you fly out here to sit in a room, we will get you to the mountain somehow. I am not sure at this point what my car load looks like, but I gotta drive up there too, so that is at least one maggot heading up to ski/ride. :D

[AltaPowderDaze]

don't quote me, but i think the bus runs every 15min on weekends and every half hour on weekdays. i don't remember for sure, but i've never had any real problems getting up and down the canyon. worst case, just thumb for it. people will pick you up in the canyon so long as you don't look like an axe murderer.

[The AD]

I've been checking hotel rates and found a deal I thought others might be interested in. The Best Western Executive Inn in Midvale (next to the 7200 S TRAX station) is $57 per night on www.travelocity.com. The price I saw quoted on their website is $69 and both Expedia and Orbitz show it a few dollars more than travelocity.

This seems like a pretty smokin' deal.

[Buzzworthy]

I've been checking hotel rates and found a deal I thought others might be interested in. The Best Western Executive Inn in Midvale (next to the 7200 S TRAX station) is $57 per night on www.travelocity.com. The price I saw quoted on their website is $69 and both Expedia and Orbitz show it a few dollars more than travelocity.

This seems like a pretty smokin' deal.

Jump on that shiz. Thinks 65+ last year. Midvale had a breakfast too???? I think. Then get someone to split it with ya.


Divegirl and Lego, hear this deal??

[Lumpy]

Just talked to the Country Inn and Suites in Sandy on 12300 South, just off I-15.

Thier deal for the mini time-frame is this.

1 night standard room lodging (either 1 King or 2 queens) is $149.

included per night-

-2 LIFT PASSES TO ANY OF THE 4 Cottonwood ski resorts (do the math)

- Happy Hour (free drinks) Sun-Thurs

-continental breakfast

-shuttle to and from the 9000 S trax station (busses to canyon mouths leave every 15 minutes)

-fresh cookies at the check in counter (yeah they are guud)

-airport shuttle is I think 7-bucks to airport.

Its a nice place with pool, jaccuzi. Located within 1/4 mile of tons of restarants, mall, Canyon Sports, Boarders Choice, REI, Iggy's Sports Bar.

phone is (801)553-1151

[Buzzworthy]

Oh Yeah!! :D :D :D

[The AD]

I'm now 100% in. Flight booked on Southwest and looks like I'll be sharing a room with McWop. Woohoo!!

[Mcwop]

My flight just booked, and a room at the Best Western Executive Inn, and sharing with TheAD. :D

[Buzzworthy]

See Post 2500 up a few posts on the previous page. ^^^ :D

[Altaholic]

Can I stash it on the plane in my bag without security calling me out on it? Will it shake up because of the altitude change in flight? Was that a dumb question? Maybe I'll just wrap it as a gift and carry it on.

Anyway, YES I'm willing to bring a 24 case of anything of your choosing for a night or two stay at a maggot place. Oh, and consider me two people = two 24 packs. I gotta consider the fact I'll be staying along side Legosker! :)


To bring beer/booze, bring it carry-on the plane. If you put it below you risk the stuff breaking. Bring it carry-on, you don't want all your clothes reaking of booze.

-Todd

[gramps]

I always check my beer, partly because I'm underage, but partly because it just seems like less of a hassle than carrying it on. Wrap each bottle individually with something thick and soft, then place in between clothes in luggage. It's worked for me with up to 9 22oz bombers, but if you want to keep it in the original case box, maybe it would be simpler to carry it on. Although double check to make sure it's allowed. Somewhere in my memory I remember someone being told that they couldn't bring outside alcohol onboard a plane.

[The AD]

I just checked Delta's website and only alcohol over 140 proof is considered a dangerous material, and therefore can't be carried on: http://www.delta.com/travel/plan/baggage_info/special_baggage/dangerous_goods/index.jsp

So I guess you should leave that Bacardi 151 at home :)

I'm sure this policy is typical for all airlines.

[comish]

I'm "in"
Dec 15 - 21st!
I have lodging. If there are any cultural maggots (which I'm not, but my fam is so I get dragged) my sister is going to be the lead in the Broadway production of Beauty and the Beast so is putting my ass up where ever her production company puts her up. So I will be checking out the theater and twitching in my chair dreaming of the pow to come, but anyone who likes a little theater let me know.

I will need some transport probably...

Comish

[backpack]

I think I'll be able to make it for at least some portion (80.2348% sure), probably the last few days, and maybe for the whole thing (37.908324% sure).

1. Where are you coming from? N.O.
2. What dates will you be here? some of them
3. Do you need lodging and where is preferable? my house is fine
4. Do you ski or board? (Thinking of Alta) ski
5. Are you going to bring a big snow storm with you?? yes, but it will be the once-a-year storm that dumps a shizload on basin and skips everywhere else, so it might not help anyone

[ski]

we're already on the list as glademaster's friend and friends dad, but heres my official reply:

1. Where are you coming from? Jersey
2. What dates will you be here? probably 15-17 (not exactly sure of the days yet)
3. Do you need lodging and where is preferable? negative
4. Do you ski or board? (Thinking of Alta) ski
5. Are you going to bring a big snow storm with you?? definitely, and my dad will be comming also

[AltaPowderDaze]

Somewhere in my memory I remember someone being told that they couldn't bring outside alcohol onboard a plane.

you can't bring on a beer to drink, but you can carry on as a means of transport. i used to fly with handles to colorado for ski trips. wine may uncork if it is poorly corked to begin with. alway wrap with some foam and put in multiple sealed plastic bags. things have a way of breaking on planes.

[snowsprite]

I committed! We're staying at the Marriott in SLC...only b/c it was the cheapest I could get. At only $40/night I will not be complaining regardless. Our flights are also booked. We'll be in town from Dec. 15-10. :D

Now I just have to rent a car. Or is this really necessary? Is there some type of public transport kind of thing-y that I can rely on? Or would it be better to just get my own car?

Sprite

[Buzzworthy]

I committed! We're staying at the Marriott in SLC...only b/c it was the cheapest I could get. At only $40/night I will not be complaining regardless. Our flights are also booked. We'll be in town from Dec. 15-10. :D

Now I just have to rent a car. Or is this really necessary? Is there some type of public transport kind of thing-y that I can rely on? Or would it be better to just get my own car?

Sprite

Killer deal, I am staying there in Nov for a trade show for $139 a night (on the company).

Check out the first post. UTA Trax and Bus in available to get you there. From Downtown, it may be to your advantage to rent a Jeep Liberty or something like it. Must have chains, 4WD or AWD to gain access up LCC and BCC, so the sign says and I personally would not be without.

15-10? Or 15-20?

Let me know if you need anything.

[jayfrizzo]

Now I just have to rent a car. Or is this really necessary? Is there some type of public transport kind of thing-y that I can rely on? Or would it be better to just get my own car?

If you can afford to rent a car, rent it. While you can take public transportation to the resort, it kind of sucks from downtown (I did it all last winter). You're lucky in that you're close to Trax, so you can take Trax to a ski bus. But you're looking at an hour and fifteen minutes to Snowbird, maybe 1:30. Plus you're at the mercy of the schedule of the bus, and if it gets crowded (though it prolly won't that early season) you'll have to wait for multiple busses.

You don't need 4WD unless you want to be sure you can drive all the way to the resorts. You can catch a bus from the bottom of the Canyon. Though again, if you can afford it you'll like the extra room and convenience.

All this from a dude who doesn't drive :).

J-

[Buzzworthy]

All this from a dude who doesn't drive :).

J-


Which is a super great perspective as most of us drive our asses up to the parking lot.

Thanks for the beta J!

[snowsprite]

Thanks for the info J :) I believe I am going to peruse deals and try to get some type of vehicle because we will have our little lad in tow and it might be traumatic to have him waiting for transport for long periods with all the gear & stuff.

Wonder if anyone knows the answer to this...do most cars there come equipped for ski racks? We have some small, very lightweight, and decent racks we can just toss in a duffle and bring w/ us. Is that worthwhile or should I just rent them from the car place. If I bring mine it would save me $40 presumably, but my husband mentioned that the car would have to have a track thing-y to mount the rack on. SUV's are pretty pricey...lowest I've found was $225 for the 4 days at National I think it was.

And Buzz...I did mean 12/15-19th actually. We will be there very early on Wednesday. I am really happy about the hotel deal, I got it on Priceline.

It's the 2nd time Priceline has yielded a very nice price in a good hotel for me. This summer I got an amazing hotel in San Juan Puerto Rico with a tropical garden patio, amazing views, and real peacocks strolling in and out of our room to hang out when we left the sliders open (seriously!) for only $55/night. It was truly delightful. I never did post pics of that place/that trip...and I should do that sometime when stoke is low.

Anyway, right now stoke is NOT low!!
:cool:
Sprite

[Buzzworthy]

Sprite, I would call them, call all of them, you seem to be a deal finder like me!! :D

I have seen plenty of rentals with racks, hell, my Jeep Liberty MUST have one unless you are riding 100 cm skis. There is simply not much room in them but the kick freakin ass in the snow. They are a perfect 3 person snow vehicle with lots of gear. Just fold down the 60 part of the 40/69 split rear seats and plenty of room for gear then.

Talking about the Liberty cause I see a lot of them for rent now for a decent price (from what I have heard from others).

Teledave, did you get a Liberty while you were here? I know someone I rode with did.

Can you tell I like my Jeep (or my wife's Jeep for that matter, I get the Subaru Outback Wagon, life is rough)? :D

[skiguide]

sprite, yea, Just keep checking out the deals -they usually change weekly, you still have a little bit of time, so you might find something killer. you may come across an SUV upgrade or special offer through your credit card partners or something similar too.

I happen to have a bunch of rental coupons i'd be willing to share w/ anyone who wants them -

Enterrpise - 15% off
(suck, they gave me 40/day for an Envoy, but it was good in ME & NH only)

Avis - $15 off weekly rental
Free Weekend Day
Free Avis UPGRADE

Budget - $20 off weekly rental
$15 off 4day rental
$one car class upgrade

Dollar - $10 off 5 days or More
$15 off 7 days or more
50% off uprgrade

oh, actually, the last 3 have an additional "up to 25% off" code for booking online.

[divegirl]

Ok, so Lego and I are planning on getting a hotel room, but would be stoked if a couple other maggots would share with us. You know what I mean, don't get all funny on me ;) Anyway, we're just trying to cut costs, and figure adding two more to a room would be ideal. PM me if you want in. We don't have a location or exact dates, but we'll be there the majority of the time - Wednesday night through Sunday night...as far as I know! If I find a hostel for cheap, this may change a few things...but if we can get about 4 people to a room, it should only be about $15/night per person.

Sprite - how did you get that Marriot deal???

-L

[snowsprite]

Divegirl...I got it thru Priceline! You should definitely give that a try, but only if you're willing to take what you get. I chose a 3 star moderate hotel rating, and figured I'd spin the wheel.

Like I said, Priceline has done me right before. But it is risky if you choose lower than a 3 star rating (you could get a "roach motel" --ack!).

Good luck and let me know how it goes.
:)
Sprite

PS--a little priceline bidding hint: bid in increments of 2 days and you get the very best deal but you have to be willing to change hotels after 2 days (can be a pain). bidding on a 3 night stay also nets good rates.

If you don't get the rate you want...don't give in. Go back in 7 days and try again. break the stay up into 2 days/3 days...however you gotta do it.

[glademaster]

we're spending our last 2 nights (12/17 and 12/18) at the Hilton SLC Center, we got our room for $59 a night based on double occupancy. Close to skiing and the airport, plus it looks damn nice. That was a direct call to the Hilton too. Just thought I'd let ya know.

[divegirl]

Thanks Snowsprite, Glade - this helps. I've never done priceline before, but have heard good things. We'll look into it! And I'm still looking for people to share! Then maybe I'll just call Hilton direct if we can get one or two others...
-dg

:fmicon: <--- sorry, just had to use that...:D

[Buzzworthy]

Divegirl, throw up a thread, someone will bite if it is a good deal. 4 to room should keep cost down for sure. I know everyone is trying to save for Jackson.


Glade, the Hilton is nice, right in DT so Mom can head to the Gateway, a shoppers paradise. Could walk there even, but may want a cab or Trax.

[skiphant]

Hey guys-

i'm sure this has been mentioned a few times.. but I just wanted to let people know that a friend and i will be out there that week staying at the Shiloh Sp ?)inn right in the downtown area

So if anyone needs a life to the slopes we can always squeeze in a few more!

have a good one
-kel

[skiphant]

lift- not life. but i'm sure u picked up on that :cool:

[powderhound]

just a reminder the 66 stations are giving out the 2 for 1 snowbird passes. for every 8 gallons of gas you get a stamp, 4 stamps you get a 2 for 1. thats a hell of a lot of gas

[mildbill.]

1. Where are you coming from? the bean.
2. What dates will you be here? 10-18
3. Do you need lodging and where is preferable? no
4. Do you ski or board? ski
5. Are you going to bring a big snow storm with you?? well that definitely didn't happen on any of my trips last year...

[Buzzworthy]

just a reminder the 66 stations are giving out the 2 for 1 snowbird passes. for every 8 gallons of gas you get a stamp, 4 stamps you get a 2 for 1. thats a hell of a lot of gas


Gotta do this too. I drive 125 miles a day, should not be hard to fill a card or two.

Phillips 66 guys, get em!


Bring it MildBill!!

[AKBckntry]

This sounds like a lot of fun.

Hopefully I can make this before I leave for a short vacation to TN and NH.

If I can go, here are the answers to the required questions:

1. Where are you coming from? Ogden (UT)
2. What dates will you be here? Hopefully the 15th-17th
3. Do you need lodging and where is preferable? Not really
4. Do you ski or board? (Thinking of Alta) Ski
5. Are you going to bring a big snow storm with you?? I'll see what I can do

[SkiingBear]

I'm in for sure, well, at least for some of it. Here's the info requested:

1. Where are you coming from? Already here, don't have to come from anywhere.
2. What dates will you be here? I'll be here the whole time, looking to ski on the 17th and either 18th or 19th...but I'll be happy to party everynight arriving with booze in hand
3. Do you need lodging and where is preferable? Might be able to provide floor space, but I don't know where I'll be living at that time.
4. Do you ski or board? Ski (my boarding skills have yet to develop)
5. Are you going to bring a big snow storm with you?? I ask myself this everyday

[yentna snow]

1. Where are you coming from? local (provo)
2. What dates will you be here? 19-20, possibly 17-18 as well depending on work committments
3. Do you need lodging and where is preferable? nope, i'll be staying at home, even though it IS a long drive to the slopes
4. Do you ski or board? (Thinking of Alta) board - i look like Goofy or Scooby Doo on skiis :-D
5. Are you going to bring a big snow storm with you?? - i'll do a little voodoo for ya, see what i can do

[Buzzworthy]

This sounds like a lot of fun.

Hopefully I can make this before I leave for a short vacation to TN and NH.

If I can go, here are the answers to the required questions:

1. Where are you coming from? Ogden (UT)
2. What dates will you be here? Hopefully the 15th-17th
3. Do you need lodging and where is preferable? Not really
4. Do you ski or board? (Thinking of Alta) Ski
5. Are you going to bring a big snow storm with you?? I'll see what I can do

Dude!! Im in Clinton, Flykdog is in Roy, like 2 miles from me, and my bud Twoplanker is in Logan, tranplanted from AK as well.

Pm me one of these days. And be sure to make it, it is always a ton of fun.

Buzz

[Crinkle]

I think I am going to have to take a few extra days off before I fly home to Phily for xmas. I'm telling ya Buzz, its looking like a possibility, ugh i really hope i can make this happen. I already missed out on a stellar utah trip, damn marriage!!!

[Buzzworthy]

I think I am going to have to take a few extra days off before I fly home to Phily for xmas. I'm telling ya Buzz, its looking like a possibility, ugh i really hope i can make this happen. I already missed out on a stellar utah trip, damn marriage!!!

Let me know if I can help B. Offer still stands, although I may be hitting a few floors myself. But I got floor gear for ya just in case. :smile: It would be cool to see you again and get some turns in with ya.

BTW, I have 2 planks in my garage waiting for some binders and some boots, both already worked out and will be getting some love asap, some gaper love, but love none the less. :biggrin:

Chubbs, 180 length!! Yep, they will now allow me at Alta. :the_finge :D

[teledave]

Yep, they will now allow me at Alta.

http://www.tetongravity.com/usergalleries/albums/userpics/Striker2.jpg

and 10 characters.....

[backpack]

just posting to move me to the 100% column... I may only be at Basin if I get a pass again, but I'll be in Ogden at any rate

[Buzzworthy]

Anybody else wanna come out and play??

[glademaster]

The "friend and friend's dad" that are next to my name should be moved. The friend is registered as "ski" here, although he only posted once. They are in the 100% column too for the same dates as me. We must try to draw him out into our little community of the hopelessly addicted. :biggrin:

[mildbill.]

1. Where are you coming from? the bean.
2. What dates will you be here? 10-18
3. Do you need lodging and where is preferable? no
4. Do you ski or board? ski
5. Are you going to bring a big snow storm with you?? well that definitely didn't happen on any of my trips last year...

3. Do you need lodging and where is preferable? possibly for some of that time.


change of status on that one.

[Lumpy]

I'm FACKED..parents making a visit that week. See you at the scummitt...Frozen has a coat I need anyhow.

:mad:

[teledave]

I'm FACKED..parents making a visit that week.
BOOOOOOO!


See you at the scummitt...Frozen has a coat I need anyhow.


A bit of redemption there.

[p-tex]

It's official - makin' the mini! Whoot - whoot!!

Two of us coming over as of now with possible third. Might have room for one more Denverite who needs a ride. Planning to leave Wednesday nite late. Return Sun afternoon.

[snowsprite]

Has anyone gotten a good rate on a rental car? I was trying for an SUV but it seems a bit steep. I'm coming in 12/15 at 8:30 pm and leaving 12/19 at 8:00 a.m. So I can't really get the "weekend" rate which sux.

I was thinkin' maybe just get a shuttle from the airport to the hotel and then rent a car for Friday/Sat/Sunday (Thursday we can try to get public transport to the slopes). Anyone know how much airport shuttles cost and do you have to wait around a long time for one?

Sprite

[glademaster]

We rented an SUV through Alamo for the 8 day's we'll be there, and I worked out to around $300 bucks for the whole deal, which seems reasonable to me. I can check the axact price later today, but Alamo was the cheapest we found, so give them a look.

[snowsprite]

Wow! Would you believe I was getting quotes for $250 for the four days? Who did ya talk to and did you use a special coupon or anything. Will definitely check out Alamo.

Sprite

[glademaster]

Just checked Alamo for an SUV with no cupon codes or AAA stuff, and came back with $175 for the 4 days you said. If you call em or look for deals or cupons, you might be able to do better. We booked early, like 2 months ago, so that may have had something to do with it. Good luck.

[backpack]

Any update on the schedule? Maybe a poll?

I'm trying to figure out what days to be sure I don't work (I.E. Snowbasin and Alta) and need to know soon. I assume that Friday the 17th is Alta based on your party post, and from last year Snowbasin will be Sunday the 19th, but I want to be sure.

Thanks!

[Buzzworthy]

Friday Alta!

Sat Snowbird! (and Alta for Xover) I am working on getting more 2 for 1 passes. Anyone who went to Soul Purpose in SLC should have one, if you have a pass, pass on the savings to travelling maggots please.

Sun - Solisunday as most people leave that night, closer to airport, plus we have not hit Solitude at a MINI yet.

All other days are up to yall, find the best snow and go. Meet up with others, yada yada. Most come for the 3 day weekend anyway (like me and all other weekend warriors).


However, those that want to hit Basin can on Sunday as well. I am up in the air still on Sunday, as I am close to Basin, but I want to hit Solisunday.

Mixing it up a bit, can't have the same old schedule every year (except ALta on Friday, tradition.

[snowsprite]

Which is the place closest to Alta (and/or the Friday nite party) where I can take a sno-boarder? I have one of those w/ me, and not sure he will go on skis for a day (but we'll see if I can convince him).

Sprite

Edit: Heh..."one of those" :tongue:

[AltaPowderDaze]

Which is the place closest to Alta (and/or the Friday nite party) where I can take a sno-boarder? I have one of those w/ me, and not sure he will go on skis for a day (but we'll see if I can convince him).

Sprite

Edit: Heh..."one of those" :tongue:

in response to both...snowbird. extra 5-10 min travel time from brighton/solitude.

edit: passes are cheaper at the last two.

[Ed]

1. Moving to SLC in early December
2. Plan to be in town the whole time
3. Not sure where I’m living yet, so can’t offer any space at this time. I’m willing to drive, have full sized truck with extended cab and bed cap, can comfortably seat six and all their gear.
4. Ski, would like to explore some back country in the cotton woods
5. Always

[Buzzworthy]

Which is the place closest to Alta (and/or the Friday nite party) where I can take a sno-boarder? I have one of those w/ me, and not sure he will go on skis for a day (but we'll see if I can convince him).

Sprite

Edit: Heh..."one of those" :tongue:

Hit the Bird on Friday (i did last year, I snowboard), then pop up to Alta GMD for the apres ski giveaway.

This year I will ski suck Friday at Alta and ride the Bird and Solitude Sat and Sun.

[powderhound]

i wiill ski too suck the bird thee 15 thru the 21

[The AD]

I noticed the UTA site now has the winter ski bus schedule up: http://www.rideuta.com/schedulesAndMaps/routeSchedules/?routeGroupID=8

[Duker]

Im in for the Bird on saturday buzz. But only if I can get one of Gnar Stickers! Also might need a ride down from logan but Ill see what I can dig up. Looking forward to meeting my first maggot.

[Buzzworthy]

Im in for the Bird on saturday buzz. But only if I can get one of Gnar Stickers! Also might need a ride down from logan but Ill see what I can dig up. Looking forward to meeting my first maggot.

Duker,

I will already be down that way, skiing Alta (to the best of my ability) on Friday, doing the giveaway, party at Boarderlines. I tend to not be a good driver as I have stuff to do each day for this and have another assignment from overseas to get pics and write up a TR for a publication.

Plus if I was heading from home, home is in Clinton, south Ogden. Just work anymore in Logan.

Meet us down there for sure!!! Radios are key, channel 5-13 is the maggot channel. I will have mine on.

Buzz

[Mcwop]

Has anyone gotten a good rate on a rental car? I was trying for an SUV but it seems a bit steep. I'm coming in 12/15 at 8:30 pm and leaving 12/19 at 8:00 a.m. So I can't really get the "weekend" rate which sux.

I was thinkin' maybe just get a shuttle from the airport to the hotel and then rent a car for Friday/Sat/Sunday (Thursday we can try to get public transport to the slopes). Anyone know how much airport shuttles cost and do you have to wait around a long time for one?

Sprite

Try Thrifty. Don't get an SUV - because then it won't snow.

[elesquiador]

I'm in for a couple days of the mini.
1. Where are you coming from? Denver, leaving to montana
2. What dates will you be here? it depends when it snows. about 3 days whenever the storms seem most likely
3. Do you need lodging and where is preferable? nope
4. Do you ski or board? ski
5. Are you going to bring a big snow storm with you?? sure

[Buster Highmen]

OK, kitchen pass acquired, ski boner straining, so I'm in. Likely 13-16 or so.

[Woodsy]

OK, kitchen pass acquired, ski boner straining, so I'm in. Likely 13-16 or so.
I heart Stockli & I heart Utah

[snorkeldeep]

hey guys and gals..

soooooo... ive committed the cardinal sin and let a woman get in the way of the mini. shes really special, i promise. unfortunately, the only time she can get up to new york is the 17th and 18th.. so I'm probably out for the mini, but may try and extend my stay the weekend before to catch some of you around on monday/tuesday.

[Buzzworthy]

hey guys and gals..

soooooo... ive committed the cardinal sin and let a woman get in the way of the mini. shes really special, i promise. unfortunately, the only time she can get up to new york is the 17th and 18th.. so I'm probably out for the mini, but may try and extend my stay the weekend before to catch some of you around on monday/tuesday.

oh boy............woman in the way of skiing........... :eek: :eek:

[Telenater]

Looks like I may have to bail. I may be about to get financially bent over by a housing situation.

[Woodsy]

cant make it, in Aspen for a wedding

[Buzzworthy]

Fine, you all be that way! :fuckyou: :(

More freshies for the rest of us! :p

[snorkeldeep]

alright, i think its called off. and all for the utah mini ;)

just kidding.

about the mini.

looks like im going to try and come again.. more details when i can see if i can get my jetblue mileage back.

[Endlessseason]

Sounds like Snowsprite and Pete have convinced Crash that attending the Utah mini would be a good idea.
Anyone interested in doing the two-for-one Jet Blue thing from New York with Crash?

[crash55]

Had a great day at Killington yesterday with Sprite, Pete, Shuss and as an added bonus found out the mini is in two weeks!

Am planning to arrive on Thursday from Philly, but if someone else wants to fly out of NY, would consider flying Jet Blue to get the toofer. Would like to return on Monday.

Do need a bed, hopefully in Sandy.

Ski, so am stoked about Alta on Friday(sorry, Pete)

Have you noticed the cumulative snowfall in Philly so far?!

[Endlessseason]

Oh, so it's Crash55! I always thought it was simply Crash. Heh.

[crash55]

yeah, Crash was already taken. I'll let you figure out where the 55 came from :)

[snowsprite]

Yay! So glad to hear you decided to go. After trekking 7hrs + all the way from Philly to ski on the relatively limited terrain of Killington w/ the masses, I think you owe it to yourself to get some real goods very soon.

Looking forward to making turns (or rather straightlining powder!) w/ you again!
:)
Sprite

[wahama88]

I'm in for a couple days of the mini.
1. Where are you coming from? Denver/Fort Collins Colorado. Coming out with iskibc, but we still have 2 spots. We will be heading out Wednesday night and arriving Thursday morning. Will be heading out sometime on Saturday
2. What dates will you be here? 16-18
3. Do you need lodging and where is preferable? Need lodging, anyone out in in SLC still got room on the floor, both of us a scrounging for $$$$$
4. Do you ski or board? ski
5. Are you going to bring a big snow storm with you?? HELL YES :the_finge

[Endlessseason]

Yeah, Sprite! Way to talk him into it. I'm looking forward to seeing you guys.

[InspectorGadget]

As noted in my crabs thread (http://tetongravity.com/forums/showthread.php?t=21052), I am planning on making my first-ever Summit appearance at Alta on Friday the 17th. Being without any kind of mad steeze or big air skills as I am, I'm hoping to hang onto some maggot's coattails.

[The AD]

A question for the Alta experts out there. My flight gets in (and it will be on time, dammit) Friday morning at 10:15. What would be the quickest way to get to Alta? Shuttle? Any suggestions on what shuttle company to use?

Then when I get to Alta I'll need to drop off my bags. I'm not staying at Alta, so any suggestions where to do check my bags for the day would be helpful. I'm staying with Mcwop, and he'll have a car, so I'm covered for getting to the hotel after skiing/GMD festivities.

Can't wait :)

[Buzzworthy]

A question for the Alta experts out there. My flight gets in (and it will be on time, dammit) Friday morning at 10:15. What would be the quickest way to get to Alta? Shuttle? Any suggestions on what shuttle company to use?

Then when I get to Alta I'll need to drop off my bags. I'm not staying at Alta, so any suggestions where to do check my bags for the day would be helpful. I'm staying with Mcwop, and he'll have a car, so I'm covered for getting to the hotel after skiing/GMD festivities.

Can't wait :)

The plan is for me to be gaping the groomers, if there are any, on skis. I plan to have my radio set to 5-13, the maggot channel. Provided I hear it this time, you could stash your bags in my already full car, but I think we can find room somewhere.

There is a SLIGHT possibility I will be at the Bird with a few other boarders too, still up in the air as my skis are not up and running yet. May need to borrow a pair, Lumpy???? If not, I will be on the board over at the Bird.

Someone has to have some room in a car.

I have not skied yet this year and it looks like Alta is the first day.

Or PM me for my cellie #. I doubt I will be too far from the bottom. :redface:

Buzz

[glademaster]

Buzz, if the snow is good and I'm on the Spats, you could bum my PR's for the day. What size boot do you wear? If it gets ya at Alta that day, then I'll be happy to let ya borrow them.

[InspectorGadget]

AD - I'm torn between being a good maggot and picking you up at the airport and being at Alta early. If I were to be your personal chaffeur, you could leave your bags in my car for the day.


Hmmm, what to do. What toooo doooo.



Buzz - I can hook you up with a pair of skis for the day.

[The AD]

Hmmm, what to do. What toooo doooo.

I certainly understand your dilemma. Obviously I wouldn't turn down a personal chauffeur, but I'll be fine without one. Keep in mind my flight could be late, and the odds of this only increase if it's a powder day!

If I were you, I'd say screw me :)