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01-03-2016, 07:13 PM
Thread: Summit county experts and posers
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I'm sure you know lodging will put together some...
I'm sure you know lodging will put together some discounts. January is a little slower, so there may be deals.
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01-02-2016, 08:41 PM
Thread: Summit county experts and posers
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All would be good choices. There is good snow for...
All would be good choices. There is good snow for January, which means do expect rocks at the Summit ski areas.
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02-06-2014, 07:43 PM
Thread: Sedan sleeping
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Have fun with the conversion! Seems a few die...
Have fun with the conversion!
Seems a few die each year, so plan to avoid CO poisoning.
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01-31-2014, 04:06 AM
Thread: TR: Japanuary 2014 - Tin Can Dreams
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Nice !!!
Nice !!!
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01-20-2014, 07:44 AM
Thread: I-70 is F@&KED
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Right you are (or perhaps Left you are). Dyslexia...
Right you are (or perhaps Left you are). Dyslexia strikes again.
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01-19-2014, 07:23 PM
Thread: I-70 is F@&KED
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The normal solution is avoid west bound weekends...
The normal solution is avoid west bound weekends between 2-8 PM and be eastbound around 6AM.
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01-19-2014, 07:11 AM
Thread: I-70 is F@&KED
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Even chained up the semi-trucks spin out on the...
Even chained up the semi-trucks spin out on the approach to the Johnson Tunnel.
Still trying to figure out why the CDOT pick-up truck was able to push a semi-truck up the approach, but the semi... -
01-18-2014, 12:20 AM
Thread: Suggestions needed - CO ski trip
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Avalanche conditions are currently touchy. When...
Avalanche conditions are currently touchy. When they are going they break to the ground, and are large. It has been nearly 30 years since I've seen the type of massive slides we are currently...
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01-15-2014, 10:05 PM
Thread: Suggestions needed - CO ski trip
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Winter Park is good, but be prepared for crowds....
Winter Park is good, but be prepared for crowds.
Avalanche conditions are very touchy, so stay in-bounds.
Beaver Creek, Breckenridge, Steamboat, ... all are having a great year.
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12-15-2013, 09:56 PM
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grskier is right-on with the advice on Aspen....
grskier is right-on with the advice on Aspen.
Either Ajax or Highlands would be good choices.
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10-14-2013, 08:49 PM
Thread: Colorado Camper Camry
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Hanging cotton sheets on the interior helps...
Hanging cotton sheets on the interior helps absorb some of the moisture/frost, gives you some privacy, and helps hold in some heat.
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04-21-2013, 09:56 AM
Thread: Avalanche on Loveland Pass..
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Any names? Support each other.
Any names?
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11-24-2012, 04:45 PM
Thread: Thief busted!
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I still recall the day they took Bull's cheap...
I still recall the day they took Bull's cheap rental poles at Loveland.
Lifties can't afford good stuff, but you got a few runs as they rotated workers.
Bull started checking tickets.
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10-12-2012, 08:44 AM
Thread: Season pass insurance anyone had a claim?
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They honored the insurance for my nephew with...
They honored the insurance for my nephew with little problems when a dislocate knocked him out of the season. This was probably 5 years ago. He did need to show medical evidence; a letter from the...
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12-16-2011, 03:06 PM
Thread: Cops got me
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Don't argue with the cops. Save that for the...
Don't argue with the cops.
Save that for the judge.
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02-06-2011, 06:51 PM
Thread: Skin Help?
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The old stand-by is duct tape.
The old stand-by is duct tape.
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01-26-2011, 08:17 PM
Thread: Best Place to Ski in RMNP?
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The semi-popular place uses two cars. Park one at...
The semi-popular place uses two cars. Park one at the Hidden Valley parking lot, then take the other to the end of the plowed road. There will be a track to the top of Hidden Valley (maybe a mile)....
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01-19-2011, 08:02 AM
Thread: CO mags: Road trip beta needed
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Aspen Highlands is steep and deep. Study the map...
Aspen Highlands is steep and deep. Study the map before you go, as it takes time and understanding to reveal it's secrets. Hard to find overnight parking lots for camping in the Roaring Fork. Maybe...
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03-06-2010, 12:07 PM
Thread: how do you get rid of a woodpecker?
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Motion activated spider
Some people have had luck with motion activated spiders.
Hang several.
http://www.bugspray.com/catalog/products/page1658.html
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12-20-2009, 09:09 AM
Thread: Snapped a brake line in Tundra
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For the Tacomas the stainless steel type were...
For the Tacomas the stainless steel type were more prone to breaking.
The advice I got said just go with the basic reinforced rubber type.
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12-20-2009, 07:38 AM
Thread: Urban Cat Trapping
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Pretty sure the legal problems are not worth the...
Pretty sure the legal problems are not worth the trapping solution.
I went with the "Scarecrow Sprinkler", less than $50 on Amazon.
Best solution I've found so far.
Electric fences work too, but... -
10-31-2009, 12:51 PM
Thread: Anyone ever build a door?
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2nd the idea of installing a prehung. Building...
2nd the idea of installing a prehung.
Building your own gets expensive fast.
If you just need cheap and temporary look for used doors.
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10-30-2009, 11:01 PM
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Steamboat seldom offers much in the way of deals....
Steamboat seldom offers much in the way of deals.
About the best you can do is multi-day tickets, or a bundled condo/ski week.
I'd love to be proven wrong, as it's only an hours drive, but the... -
10-18-2009, 08:57 PM
Thread: Sleeping in the car in the winter?
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Hanging flannel cotton sheets around the windows...
Hanging flannel cotton sheets around the windows seems to absorb most of the water and stops most of the ice build up when I sleep in the back of the truck with a cap.
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03-06-2009, 09:27 AM
Thread: When someone takes your picture
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I have found the following advice from Nature...
I have found the following advice from Nature Scapes helpful.
Some outstanding photographers use that site.
You may need to register to read how a DMCA Takedown Notice works, but it is free &... -
01-16-2009, 07:56 AM
Thread: Ten - A different ski movie
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Wow! Thank you.
Wow!
Thank you. -
01-16-2009, 07:31 AM
Thread: The earth just shook here in JH...
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That quake location is south of Jackson. The...
That quake location is south of Jackson.
The "volcano" is north of Jackson.
This quake came from the motion of the fault which made the Tetons.
Usually the concern is about dam failure.
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01-11-2009, 07:12 PM
Thread: season ending injury/ pass refund?
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Most places have a policy on refunds. Have your...
Most places have a policy on refunds.
Have your doctor's letter available when you contact the area. If you don't have the letter yet, call up the office and get one.
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01-01-2009, 11:43 AM
Thread: Camera Batteries for the Cold
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Probably the cheapest solution is just new...
Probably the cheapest solution is just new batteries.
Sometimes keeping the camera in an inner pocket helps, but then you face condensation problems switching it back & forth.
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12-31-2008, 02:25 PM
Thread: mouthguard while skiing
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Mouthguard = bad idea [big exception, if you are...
Mouthguard = bad idea [big exception, if you are going off cliffs]
The two times this happened to me I ended up chewing up the snow to create an airway.
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12-16-2008, 10:53 PM
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Happened to me. This is why we have insurance....
Happened to me.
This is why we have insurance.
His insurance company will want to have an adjuster look at your car. Should come out in 24-48 hrs.
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12-15-2008, 08:32 PM
Thread: colorado to wyoming
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The action is in Jackson. Take the most direct...
The action is in Jackson.
Take the most direct route: Craig, Baggs, Rock Springs, Pinedale.
Not many gas stations, so keep the tank full, but Wyoming gas should be cheaper than Colorado gas.
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1. There will be jobs. The bigger question is...
1. There will be jobs. The bigger question is always will there be affordable housing?
2. If you love to ski/board avoid the loading lift type jobs. You want to ski/board, but you are working at... -
11-09-2008, 05:05 PM
Thread: Recommended ski resort?
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Better to avoid the weekend of Feb 14, 15, &...
Better to avoid the weekend of Feb 14, 15, & 16th. It is "Presidents' Day", and usually crowded.
Given typical snow conditions:
January likely best around Jackson Hole. If too cold drive to Grand... -
03-25-2008, 06:53 AM
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Nicely done! As always, your photography is...
Nicely done!
As always, your photography is exceptional. -
01-30-2008, 11:57 AM
Thread: Any info: SAR Summit County on missing SB?
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Thanks. Means a lot. A lot of great people...
Thanks. Means a lot.
A lot of great people worked hard on the rescue. Thanks to all. -
01-29-2008, 06:48 PM
Thread: Any info: SAR Summit County on missing SB?
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Got another call. They did not find them. If...
Got another call. They did not find them.
If anybody does get reliable information please post up.
The guy is my next door neighbor.
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01-29-2008, 05:10 PM
Thread: Any info: SAR Summit County on missing SB?
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Early reports indicate they have found all three....
Early reports indicate they have found all three.
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01-29-2008, 02:41 PM
Thread: Any info: SAR Summit County on missing SB?
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Thanks. No word yet, hope it works out well. We...
Thanks.
No word yet, hope it works out well.
We are still part of the Old West: pretty independent lot, so when we finally call for help we are in deep.
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01-29-2008, 02:30 PM
Thread: Any info: SAR Summit County on missing SB?
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Any info: SAR Summit County on missing SB?
I know some members of the board are on SAR for Summit County, Colorado.
Any updates on the 3 missing snowmobilers up on Elliot's Ridge much appreciated.
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01-28-2008, 10:03 PM
Thread: Breckenridge Snow Sculpture
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All were amazing. (I think the elephants were...
All were amazing.
(I think the elephants were from Michigan, different time I'm guessing).
Here are the buffalo:
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01-28-2008, 09:07 PM
Thread: Breckenridge Snow Sculpture
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Great elephants. How long did that take?
Great elephants. How long did that take?
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01-28-2008, 08:50 PM
Thread: Breckenridge Snow Sculpture
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Breckenridge Snow Sculpture
Awesome display of talent with the snow sculptures. This one was the Canadian entry, the drummer brings up visions from the fire (titled "Swan Song")...
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01-28-2008, 08:21 AM
Thread: Snow Hunter (NSR)
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Snow Hunter (NSR)
From the Breckenridge Snow Sculptures:
Title: "Warrior & the Moon".
Like most of us, hunter in the snow, & it is here for only a moment.
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01-18-2008, 08:28 AM
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If you are truly caught there is not much...
If you are truly caught there is not much control. Do your best to stay standing. Fight. If you are going down cover your mouth. Snow gets crammed into your mouth, so try chewing it away. When things...
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01-13-2008, 05:48 PM
Thread: TR: I like deep snow (vid) - ID/MT border
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Great video. Don't think I've ever seen a moose...
Great video. Don't think I've ever seen a moose in a ski video; nice touch.
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12-30-2007, 07:50 PM
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Wyoming road reports map at:...
Wyoming road reports map at: http://map.wyoroad.info/index.jsp
It has been accurate for what I've seen.
I'd go, just normal winter precautions (good tires, shovel, water, food, spare sleeping bag,... -
12-17-2007, 07:48 AM
Thread: Montezuma Opening Soon?
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I'd like to know also. Looks like they...
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I'd like to know also.
Looks like they are trying to open new terrain. Plenty of rocks under powder (as expected). Heard they were focused on the alleys of Pali next. -
11-21-2007, 07:47 PM
Thread: Vintage Warren Miller
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The balloons worked, but only pro-patrol went...
The balloons worked, but only pro-patrol went that hi tech. The rest of us just dragged thin red rope with small arrows every few feet pointing toward the "body". The balloons worked.
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11-17-2007, 07:54 PM
Thread: Leather boots able to turn Stinxs?
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I'm legit. I do like my Volkl Gotamas at...
I'm legit. I do like my Volkl Gotamas at A-basin. But I also like my leather boots and old style Kastles with 3 pins in the back country. Been doing Rabbit Ears for about the last 25 years (before...
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