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Today, 05:49 PMI decided to give it a go after talking with Kai. He said that given the difference in how we ski that I should give it a go. I’m really happy with...25 replies | 2011 view(s)
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Today, 05:24 PMMagnificentUnicorn replied to a thread Cascadia/WA Pow Farming ‘23/‘24 in General Ski / Snowboard DiscussionHe has links in the beginning of the trip report to past descenders. Ross P, Skye, Hummels, Dan Helmstadter. Sent from my iPhone using TGR...738 replies | 89449 view(s)
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Today, 04:42 PM-8 is the sweet spot for me, fixed the things I wished were different. Dead easy to stand in a neutral stance and carve or pivot now. At -10 I had to...25 replies | 2011 view(s)
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Today, 11:57 AMYes, the markings are on the underside of the abdomen. It’s likely a female, don’t pick it up Sent from my iPhone using TGR Forums17 replies | 285 view(s)
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Today, 11:17 AMMagnificentUnicorn replied to a thread Cascadia/WA Pow Farming ‘23/‘24 in General Ski / Snowboard DiscussionDid you take the same approach as Sam? Sent from my iPhone using TGR Forums738 replies | 89449 view(s)
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Today, 09:55 AMMagnificentUnicorn replied to a thread Cascadia/WA Pow Farming ‘23/‘24 in General Ski / Snowboard DiscussionYeah, like 15k of vertical and that steep of a line solo,over exposure and waaaay back there. Sent from my iPhone using TGR Forums738 replies | 89449 view(s)
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Today, 09:22 AMMagnificentUnicorn replied to a thread Cascadia/WA Pow Farming ‘23/‘24 in General Ski / Snowboard DiscussionCame across this trip report on TAY looking for conditions reports at WA pass. ...738 replies | 89449 view(s)
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Today, 07:53 AMMagnificentUnicorn replied to a thread Dropping in on top of Groups/Booting up behind another group in The Slide ZoneFor me it’s not about my desire to get down the line but about not killing another person. I’m sure it’s common practice in some places. I try...27 replies | 1572 view(s)
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Today, 07:49 AMHas anyone watched Killing Eve? It’s really great, well cast. Dark, funny and it keeps surprising me Sent from my iPhone using TGR Forums3410 replies | 570621 view(s)
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Today, 07:29 AMIt’s not the last one, I’m sure of that Sent from my iPhone using TGR Forums189 replies | 19180 view(s)
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Today, 07:28 AMMagnificentUnicorn replied to a thread Dropping in on top of Groups/Booting up behind another group in The Slide ZoneIf I see too many cars at a TH I’ll usually go elsewhere. If I see a well used skin track I’ll go the other direction. It’s the unknown ability and...27 replies | 1572 view(s)
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Yesterday, 05:24 PMDefinitely the 177. Curiosity got the better of me and I moved the bindings to -8. I’ll report back tomorrow on how it changes the feel. I ski my...25 replies | 2011 view(s)
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Yesterday, 05:16 PMMagnificentUnicorn replied to a thread Dropping in on top of Groups/Booting up behind another group in The Slide ZoneSeems pretty normal from my observations of people in the backcountry Sent from my iPhone using TGR Forums27 replies | 1572 view(s)
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Yesterday, 02:56 PMMagnificentUnicorn replied to a thread Dropping in on top of Groups/Booting up behind another group in The Slide ZoneResource scarcity, ignorance and selfishness Sent from my iPhone using TGR Forums27 replies | 1572 view(s)
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Yesterday, 01:45 PMMagnificentUnicorn replied to a thread WAPO article about a slide death in Switzerland in The Slide ZoneSee my post above. Changed my perspective about avalanche trauma and most of the people in our small community of backcountry skiers. Sent from...25 replies | 1216 view(s)
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Yesterday, 01:31 PMI think my favorite ski without metal that was stiff, damp and stable was the G3 Reverend. I’m sure there are others Sent from my iPhone using...189 replies | 19180 view(s)
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Yesterday, 01:27 PMNo, just the people that are worried someone will think that they’re conservative/MAGA/white nationalist. Who cares? Fly it or don’t it doesn’t...46280 replies | 4056900 view(s)
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Yesterday, 12:34 PMMagnificentUnicorn replied to a thread WAPO article about a slide death in Switzerland in The Slide ZoneI could see that, although they did ski the same slope above the exposure prior just didn’t hit the trigger. Personally I don’t think I would be...25 replies | 1216 view(s)
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Yesterday, 12:22 PMThe last several posts sound like a bunch of MAGAtard boomers ranting and seeking validation. Who cares what anyone thinks about the flags you fly? ...46280 replies | 4056900 view(s)
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Yesterday, 09:54 AMHave you heard of OSHA? I’m not saying it’s overkill but there are laws to follow Sent from my iPhone using TGR Forums680 replies | 80500 view(s)
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04-21-2024, 05:37 PMMagnificentUnicorn replied to a thread WAPO article about a slide death in Switzerland in The Slide ZoneHer parents were avid backcountry skiers according to the article, her father was a ski patroller and trauma doc. That something like this happened...25 replies | 1216 view(s)
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04-21-2024, 04:03 PMMagnificentUnicorn replied to a thread WAPO article about a slide death in Switzerland in The Slide ZoneI know someone that was killed in an avalanche, he had his leg torn off at the hip joint and eviscerated through the wound Sent from my iPhone...25 replies | 1216 view(s)
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04-21-2024, 12:41 PMMagnificentUnicorn replied to a thread WAPO article about a slide death in Switzerland in The Slide ZoneInteresting, I wonder what the intent of the article is. Just a human interest piece? It’s certainly not aimed at this audience Sent from my...25 replies | 1216 view(s)
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04-21-2024, 08:53 AMBlast from the past. Still tele at Mammoth? Sent from my iPhone using TGR Forums161 replies | 29671 view(s)
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04-21-2024, 06:45 AMHappy to help. Sent from my iPhone using TGR Forums145 replies | 14062 view(s)
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04-21-2024, 06:27 AMImagine needing to tell everyone Sent from my iPhone using TGR Forums2313 replies | 364522 view(s)
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04-20-2024, 07:37 PM^Did you ever ski the original Nobis Inspired? The 88 underfoot 188. Probably not as stiff but just super versatile on and off piste. Your...189 replies | 19180 view(s)
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04-20-2024, 07:32 PMKurt Russel is really underratein comedic roles, Used Cars, Big Trouble in Little China, Overboard etc. Sent from my iPhone using TGR Forums108 replies | 11371 view(s)
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04-20-2024, 06:32 PMStart with the cage in the low position and no cable tension. Adjust the low limit screw so the chain doesn’t rub on the inside of the cage and the...145 replies | 14062 view(s)
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04-20-2024, 09:14 AMOne of the reasons they do nerve blocks before surgery is that there is some evidence that disrupting the pain channels before cutting makes the pain...108 replies | 8665 view(s)
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