I remember cutting every strip out of the newspaper growing up. I was too young to grasp the politics, just loved the humor. This is awesome news. Awesome.

@Steven S. Dallas: you waited...

I had a Westy Synchro for many years in Alaska, WA, and HI. It was awesome. I sold it at the right time as it would not have been a good fit in other places I lived since I sold it in Hawaii. That...

Yeah Tipp, all is well. Been too long. Hope alles gut for you! Don't worry, I'll disappear again as life overwhelms me. But will return eventually (prolly a few years away).

Venice is definitely worth seeing, especially if you have 17 year old daughter. If you stay in a very nice, expat friendly town like Vicenza, you can do Venice one day, Florence, Padova, Verona,...

La Grave. Any line at La Grave.

Sella Ronda = Arabba. Great little town and the best terrain around the Sella Ronda. Bolzano to Cham - mass transit options exist.

Very well played, Coldwater.

Cannot wait to return to Andermatt this year. Lars, definitely post any pics you got. I'll be heading that way a couple times from Stuttgart. Buster, you gonna come...

I will concur with Buster on Andermatt. Also, I lover Serre Che. We spend a decent amount of time there with French friends who grew up there and worked there for several years. That place is...

Many thanks for the responses. Definitely have some options now, even it it's a drive. Thanks again!

Does any know of a reputable bootfitter/ski shop proximate to Stuttgart? Willing to drive as far as have to, but want a shop that knows what they are doing to mount some dynafits, custom foot beds,...

Okay - going to sign up for powderguide.com asap. SP and Klar on one powder finding site? Coinciding with my return to Euroland? Serious karma landing in my lap...

Trying to find a decent system for audio from multiple platforms. Here are the requirements:

1. Plays music via CD, USB from computer or other device, etc.
2. Can integrate with TV as TV audio...

Not far from Lago di Garda is Valpolicello. Probably missed the spelling on that one. Anyway, great wines. Huge Amarones that rock. Also, there are some easy Via Ferrata routes right outside of...

So, just settling into Stuttgart. Looking at a season pass at Damuls. Any good beta? Seems to be the best, closest option and the pass prices are lowish. They also have kiddy care for my two year...

Always great to see stoke about the most under the radar mountain in skiing. Well played.

I had a love affair with some Swedish cabbage one summer. I would wash it in the shower and nibble its tender ends whilst talking of bland food and blonde rastafarians. I kept a plastic chair in...

@klar - awesome and Ich liebe any urban dictionary reference! And this thread is not language specific. Bastardize any language you want, including Canadian.

Berlusconi è una cialda

Ist dein Schnauzer Mclovin' dein krampfen ohne kafe?

Ich habe ein Nilpferd gehumpin. Aber NEIN IN DER POOPENHAUSEN! FREERIDER 2014!!!!!! WOOOOOOT~!

Mein Schwein hast ein klein flan-hole.

Found some Deliriums at Campsaver in my size for $300. I pulled the trigger, figuring I can always return them if it is not the right fit/feel. Not afraid to buy again and return if there are some...

Gentlepeople - thanks for the insights. Much appreciated. It helps orient the search, that's fer sure. Next step will be trying on a few different boots and looking for the right fit. MTF and...

goddamn I have a slow internetz connection at my house. Based on my limited research and inability to execute any search functions, the Garmonts appear to be the only AT boots with a 102-103 last. I...

@Snoboy: great to hear that the new lift is running and I am definitely stoked to check out the area without hiking for it this winter.

Great memories of skiing with ACE, and my brother, also in Odin's large group pic, had several adventures with him in LA and Mammoth. You were a great one, ACE, and inspiration anyone lucky enough...

Great memories of skiing with ACE, and my brother, also in Odin's large group pic, had several adventures with him in LA and Mammoth. You were a great one, ACE, and inspiration anyone lucky enough...

snoboy,

thanks for the beta. will be up in feb or march for a couple weeks and will drop you a note beforehand. last few winters in the alps, but back in north america now and stoked to get back...

For any of the crew from Red, how is the transport to the top of Grey working out? What are your thoughts of the runs they cut?

Was back in Swissland again this weekend, albeit not skiing. More fresh fell. Still can't seem to believe the luck we had with the timing for this last trip. Zap/Patxi - Oatmeal and I may head...

Oatmeal - If I would have known you had the Anteater for your avatar, that would have made for serious fun. Dammit.

I'M A MUTHAFUCKIN' ANTEATER!!!!

Awesome TR dood. Great line!

Buster slayed pow from start to finish. He put me to shame with his endless stoke and endless drive. We had a blast. I can honestly say that maybe no one has as much pure love for skiing as he...

verdul - where you skiing? Would be nice to meet up. I have a 4 month old baby girl, so my ski season has been largely lost (but worth the sacrifice).

Thanks for all the input. Just trying to...

Any esteemed Euro-expert want to tell me what areas get the most snowfall every winter? Also, what places in Italy/Austria get the most snowfall every winter? I cannot find hard data anywhere over...

They actually have awnings you can buy and mount on your VW. Not sure if gowesty.com has them. I did not buy one, but it was always something I was close to getting during the seven years I rolled...

On the other hand, Red Mountain consistently under-reports their snow totals from my experience. I can't believe how deep some days have been there when they report half of what is reported both...

Awesome vid. If you are from the PNW and you haven't skied Red, shame on you. Incredible terrain with amazingly consistent pitch, even better vibe. Hope you fellas post more stoke throughout the...

Thanks for all the info, fellas. I truly appreciate it! Will start pinging various reservation desks based on your beta.

Ryan - say hello to Rossland for me. Bummed I won't be up there this...

Looking at some quality vacation time. While looking at Arlberg area, Stuben sounded like a cool area. Any recs on accomodation in St. Anton or Stuben? Looking for something reasonably priced, so...

Red has fantastic, consistent pitch and terrain. You cannot get bored there. It will take you all week just to figure it out. Awesome short hikes/skins to Roberts, Whitewolf, and Grey Mtn as well,...

Still, that was pretty funny.

hahaha! The guy who said he kinda looks like Viva with a beard is right on! Too funny.

USC = Taliban??? Heh.

Spicy Tuna Roll?????

Colorado is the center of the universe, everything else is simply known as "Boston"???

C'mon. We all know Buster is from Ohio. Or Alabama. Mostly for the awesomely consistently pitch and snow conditions.

I just had to bump this cuz it's so facking funny. Holy shit.

I will have a dolomitisuperski pass for the season starting around the beginning of January.

Did Rossland get pounded as well? I'm guessing it white pretty much everywhere this morning...

Awesome pics to start this thread. Early season turns always have more stoke to 'em.

How about the Audi A3 diesel or the BMW diesels instead? You could drive a full-on BMW X-5 V-6 diesel and get the same mileage as an Outback! Plus TONS more space and you don't hafta put a rainbow...