Thank you both! Appreciate the additional context, Hercule33.

The observation write-up seemed to imply the cornice drop results were a worrisome sign. Wanted to be sure I wasn't missing something.

How would you all interpret this avalanche observation on SAC in terms of snowpack stability?

https://www.sierraavalanchecenter.org/observation/2020/nov/19/1400/meiss-meadow

It's a trundled...

Rose was ridiculous this weekend. Spent all 3 days in the white room. Got some laps in with Corky and even had a RacoonFace sighting.


https://youtu.be/oqRkslfdW70

I've got a bag. PM'd you.

We used TA-Q-BIN last year to ship skis between Hakuba and Niseko since we were spending a couple of days in Tokyo between ski resorts. Super smooth.

Use crap snow days/low tide seasons to learn to ride. Makes times when only beginner and intermediate runs are open much more interesting.

Counterpoint: no Bay Area gapers punching each other in the Rose parking lot.

^^^wow, didn't see that, but Rose front side is a zoo nowadays around Christmas. Decided to avoid it all and did a chickadee ridge lap yesterday with the wife to get some practice with her new...

+1, would love this. PB&J is my DD in-bounds. Wanted something closer to 105-107mm for DD touring ski and opted against the Underworld. The times I demoed the Deathwish at a resort made me think...

This is pretty much a 184cm Bibby tour, right? It's a little shorter than what you're describe, but otherwise identical.

I agree with the overall thinking, though. The 184 Bibby Tour is my fat...

Don't work with SawStops, but I work with capacitive sensors in another context. Anything in the materials being cut that could trigger the brake (moisture in very green wood, conductive materials...

Got the Hyatt card in June so we could use the two free nights in Tokyo. Japan honeymoon in January!

Rose pass + MC. Planning on Squallypine, Mammoth, Niseko, and Hakuba valley.

Let's get 'em next weekend if you're in town.

Did Yellowjacket laps this Saturday and last at Rose. Coverage was primo top to bottom last Saturday, but close to burnt out at the top today.
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Fuck off.

Rose was socked in with fog too. Slide side didn't open and half of Reno came up to ski Rose side. :(

I saw a decent number of tracks in hourglass from the Northwest chairlift today. In bounds, snow at Rose was a little crusty and heavy, but plenty skiable.

WCSO said in an interview yesterday that it was considered a "backcountry" event since the terrain had not yet been opened by the ski resort for the season.

Wasn't carrying a beacon. If somehow he made it out of the slide and is hiding, then a lot of people put themselves at risk today to search for him.

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Yes, please.

Mt. Rose NW chair webcam. Good on whoever this is.
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I've seen pictures posted here and on the UnRose blog of preseason turns in bounds at Rose, so I'd guess they're cool with it.

PM sent. Interested if these are still available.

Diamond Peak is a small resort on Tahoe's north shore. Not much of a challenge terrain-wise and it gets less snow than a lot of the other Tahoe resorts, but it has great lake views. It's probably an...

So, the first one you've ever given her? :fm:

Saturday through Monday was great at Rose! Got some laps in whooping it up with Corky and his lady (who is definitely killing it). It feels good to be...

Kode is sold. Sorry, t.

PMs replied to. A couple of people in line for the pack.

Large FlyLow Chemical Pants, purchased in 2012 but only used about 10 times. In very good condition, no damage. Too large for my skinny ass. $110 shipped.
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PM sent.

I'm stoked to hear that it was awesome! I'll be at the Powderwhores' screening in Reno this Friday (it'll be 8pm at the Patagucci outlet). Corky should be there too. Anyone else?

Any mags playing around with Arduinos? I picked up an Arduino Uno to learn more about robotics and programming. Anyone have recommendations for good books/blogs/whatever for Arduino?

Price direct from Moment is `$60 lower (I picked up a pair of 187s today).



I can't speak to how they'll handle the east coast, but I'll echo the chorus ITT and say that my 188 PB&Js have...

I'll be at Rose Saturday and Sunday with plenty of beer, probably riding with Corky and perhaps RacoonFace. Duct-taped orange pants, green helmet, and moment pb&js. Give me a yell if you see me.

I recognize that it's a little longer than your preference, but are you interested in trading the 112RP for a 191 Shogun + cash?

Check the Praxis website. The new designs are up. GPO, Pipeline and 9D8s added to the lineup.

I got held up for a few minutes leaving Tamarack/Mt Rose Summit around 1:30 this afternoon by a small slide that closed the southbound lane of Mt. Rose highway just north of the summit. NNE aspect,...

Thanks for letting me stay at your place last night and saving me a trip back to Reno. You and your fiance are incredibly gracious hosts.

Alpine was excellent again today. Jables and I were there...

Rose was tits today. The new snow was dense enough to spackle the firm layer but not so dense that it was grippy or sticky. Lapped the chutes all day with Corky. Raccoon Face even put in (an...

PM'd ya both.

Thanks for the good words, MrSmith. It was a pleasure touring with you. I hope we can do it again in the future.

JAREDS, sorry you couldn't make it. Hopefully we can make something happen later...

I just took Avy I (through donner summit avalanche seminars) and I'm looking for touring partners. I'd like to ski castle peak this weekend. Anyone interested?

Any Reno mags interested in carpooling to Squaw/Alpine or Rose? I'm looking to head up Monday afternoons, Wednesdays, and Fri/Sat/Sun each week. I'm also looking for people to tour with, especially...

I'm interested in the Dukes without the JJs if the seller splits them.

PM sent.

Mounting point and bsl for the bindings?

I've never skied the Shoguns and felt they needed more length. FWIW, I really like my 194 LPs, but when I'm on them in high-angle bumps or tight trees, I find myself wishing for my shoguns.

I can't speak to the LPRs, but I'm a Tahoe skier and my current quiver is 191 Shoguns (daily driver), 194 LP XXL (rock skis), and 195 PowBoards. Similar weight and ski style as you, but a bit taller....

It was good meeting you too, parkmeister. Hopefully things hold up for Splat.

The pics out of Rose's facebook feed look pretty tasty. Anyone else heading up there tomorrow?

Seconded. I'm looking forward to meeting some mags while helping out one of our own. I'm heading over after I get something to eat.

I'm available after 10:30 this morning. If there are enough people to make that productive then let me know, otherwise I'll head over at 1 pm. seven seven five two two three six five seven four

I can't offer anything but muscle, but I'm down to help.