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03-08-2024, 06:20 AM
Thread: TAOS New Mexico....BETA.....?
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We did Heaven's Hill on Sunday. Snow was quite...
We did Heaven's Hill on Sunday. Snow was quite good in the trees still though with plenty of fallen branches from the recent wind. Nambe looked a mix of windboard, windloaded, and bare.
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03-06-2024, 11:15 AM
Thread: TAOS New Mexico....BETA.....?
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Was there yesterday, was indeed dry and firm in...
Was there yesterday, was indeed dry and firm in most places with lots of moguls. Still fun though, snow was great after around 11am. Two of the chutes off West Basin were pretty smooth and ran great...
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03-04-2024, 03:26 PM
Thread: TAOS New Mexico....BETA.....?
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"moguled out" meaning when the run is basically...
"moguled out" meaning when the run is basically all moguls 3-4 ft tall or higher. Not much fun on a snowboard when it's steep. I'm fine with firmer snow as long as the moguls aren't too tall
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03-04-2024, 07:31 AM
Thread: TAOS New Mexico....BETA.....?
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Heading to Taos tomorrow. Looks like the snow...
Heading to Taos tomorrow. Looks like the snow conditions won't be super great. Do the hike to runs off the top get smoothed out by wind, etc or will everything off the top be firm and moguled out by...
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02-20-2024, 06:56 AM
Thread: TAOS New Mexico....BETA.....?
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I'll be at Taos the first Tuesday and Wednesday...
I'll be at Taos the first Tuesday and Wednesday of March. Was planning on staying in my van at the resort but looks like they're only allowing overnight parking on the weekends this year for "ongoing...
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02-16-2024, 07:31 AM
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I've had mixed results re. blackout weekends and...
I've had mixed results re. blackout weekends and crowds. It keeps out the LA and San Diego bros but does nothing for the ski trip folks coming from near and far.
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02-08-2024, 07:02 AM
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Heading up this AM for today through Sunday....
Heading up this AM for today through Sunday. Holler if you see me, grey plants blue jacket blue helmet red goggles on a Wndr Alpine snowboard
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01-22-2024, 06:49 AM
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It's an awesome and versatile splitboard but in...
It's an awesome and versatile splitboard but in solid form does best in soft snow and carving groomers. It doesn't handle chop/bumps as well, it's a softer flex and pretty agile/nimble so can be...
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01-22-2024, 06:47 AM
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Guess I have a pretty liberal definition of it...
Guess I have a pretty liberal definition of it then. I was finding untracked areas across the mountain all day including some areas that filled back in off of Strawberry Gondola throughout the day.
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01-21-2024, 08:12 PM
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I'm in town for a few days from my usual haunt of...
I'm in town for a few days from my usual haunt of Mammoth to scrape all the snow off your mountains and see my brother in law who just moved to Ogden.
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01-17-2024, 07:16 AM
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Coming in this weekend for a work trip and have...
Coming in this weekend for a work trip and have plans mostly set for where to go which day. Only question point is Monday, I have the afternoon only free. I've thought about Snowbird vs...
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01-17-2024, 06:54 AM
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Anyone been to June yet?
Anyone been to June yet?
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01-11-2024, 07:01 AM
Thread: Base layers for touring
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I'll give it a try. The one time I tried my...
I'll give it a try. The one time I tried my brynje under my running midlayer (Patagonia airshed pro pullover which also works great for highly variable spring skiing conditions though too hot for...
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01-10-2024, 11:58 AM
Thread: Base layers for touring
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This is very temperature/locale dependent...I...
This is very temperature/locale dependent...I purchased a few Brynje tops (LS and SS wool light) after reading reviews online but the reality of touring for me in California is the sun is often out...
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01-10-2024, 09:19 AM
Thread: Zip-off insulated shorts
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I have the Strafe ones for now 2 seasons and have...
I have the Strafe ones for now 2 seasons and have been very pleased with them so far. I wanted the more breathable synthetic ones. I do a lot of days that are a mix of touring and resort and keep...
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01-03-2024, 06:43 AM
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Is it lithium or lead acid battery core? I have...
Is it lithium or lead acid battery core? I have an older goal zero with a lead acid battery that stopped taking a charge after a few years. I replaced the battery and it works great now.
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12-28-2023, 07:10 AM
Thread: BCA E2 35
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The scott packs are significantly more "tall and...
The scott packs are significantly more "tall and thin" profile while the BCA are shorter and wider. I own a Scott E1 40 and have tried on both the newer scott and the BCA. BCA definitely feels more...
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12-26-2023, 06:52 AM
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In multiple reviews "the heating element...
In multiple reviews "the heating element essentially does not work below 40, maybe 35 degrees"
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12-10-2023, 06:29 PM
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It's an area flood light. I understand it looks...
It's an area flood light. I understand it looks ridiculous but it's actually really nice.
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12-10-2023, 12:03 PM
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Just got back from my first true winter trip in...
Just got back from my first true winter trip in the rig. First night low of 8, second of 20. A few thoughts.
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12-10-2023, 11:59 AM
Thread: Touring Meals/Snacks
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Pro bars are my go to for most activities. I've...
Pro bars are my go to for most activities. I've found over the years I can't tolerate any "real" food during prolonged outings, it makes me feel sick. I pack a pro bar for every 2 hours I'll be out...
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12-08-2023, 07:10 AM
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Did you guys install the heaters yourselves? I...
Did you guys install the heaters yourselves? I too want to add a diesel heater to my van but am a bit worried about tapping the fuel tank
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11-20-2023, 06:23 AM
Thread: MAMMOTH 22/23 - LIFE'S A BEACH
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So...new 23/24 thread time?
So...new 23/24 thread time?
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11-15-2023, 06:31 AM
Thread: MAMMOTH 22/23 - LIFE'S A BEACH
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And that's why I never go on opening weekend...
And that's why I never go on opening weekend anymore...
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11-10-2023, 07:23 AM
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475649 Here's mine. 1993 Toyota Hiace,...
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Here's mine. 1993 Toyota Hiace, import from Japan, full time 4wd. Picked it up earlier this year, had preventive maintenance done on coolant lines, fluids etc. Bilstein shocks, tires,... -
04-23-2023, 07:37 AM
Thread: SoCal Kick-Off
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Still lots of snow coverage in San Gorgonio and...
Still lots of snow coverage in San Gorgonio and Big Bear area. I did Sugarloaf and Dry Lake area (solo so no peaking) a few days ago and there was still over five feet of snowpack coverage at the...
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04-19-2023, 07:19 AM
Thread: New Season, New Tires, New Thread
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I've frequently used and enjoyed the Bontrager...
I've frequently used and enjoyed the Bontrager version of the Dissector, the XR4/SE4, for the front of my hardtail for a while now. 2.6 is pretty large volume, 2.4 similar in size to the 2.4 Maxxis...
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04-10-2023, 07:28 AM
Thread: MAMMOTH 22/23 - LIFE'S A BEACH
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I imagine so as well unless they turn Eagle...
I imagine so as well unless they turn Eagle Express into a for bikes lift. Out of Canyon only Canyon express loads bikes and it's closed this summer for construction so they would need to use...
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04-08-2023, 08:08 AM
Thread: SoCal Kick-Off
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Check out here:...
Check out here: https://www.mountainproject.com/forum/topic/118752091/backcountry-skiing-southern-california?page=18
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03-08-2023, 07:20 AM
Thread: SoCal Kick-Off
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Saw last night they opened the back way to Big...
Saw last night they opened the back way to Big Bear from Lucerne Valley. Should be a mad house this weekend and just in time for the rain to roll through!
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03-06-2023, 06:37 AM
Thread: Doggie stoke
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Bird in sight, permission to pursue? 450639
Bird in sight, permission to pursue?
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02-26-2023, 08:26 PM
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Sorry they are size 28.5/29. I did the rice heat...
Sorry they are size 28.5/29. I did the rice heat molding method for the liners but have not messed with the shells.
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02-25-2023, 09:03 PM
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Key Equipment Disruptive Splitboard Hardboots
I know there's not many snowboarders here but figured I'd try anyways. Up for sale is a set of 2023 Key Equipment Disruptive Hardboots. These are a splitboard specific hardboot out of Europe designed...
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02-23-2023, 01:41 PM
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I have a pair of these in size L I'm 34 waist...
I have a pair of these in size L I'm 34 waist with athletic legs. They are tight but work. Very thick and warm. I unfortunately found the bracing is uncomfortable for snowboarding so only used them...
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02-20-2023, 10:03 AM
Thread: Sweet Protection Ascender MIPS
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02-14-2023, 06:44 AM
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https://youtu.be/HpCmDYCu0wc Something...
https://youtu.be/HpCmDYCu0wc
Something different. These kei trucks can be found with 4wd for under 10 grand. Low on power but could be nice for a very cheap, bare bones camper for a local hill. Or... -
02-08-2023, 04:20 PM
Thread: MAMMOTH 22/23 - LIFE'S A BEACH
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Count me as another with a great day on Sunday. I...
Count me as another with a great day on Sunday. I started at 7:30 with early ups on Rollercoaster before moving to chair 22 just in time for it to open. Got first tracks down Viva which was nice and...
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02-03-2023, 07:02 AM
Thread: MAMMOTH 22/23 - LIFE'S A BEACH
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I'll be up there tonight through Tuesday. Showing...
I'll be up there tonight through Tuesday. Showing a couple of ex skiers from Colorado who now live in Florida the mountain. They apparently use ski blades now! Should be funny to see the return of...
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01-21-2023, 11:13 AM
Thread: Plum Tech Binding Discussion
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Thinking about getting some plum splitboard...
Thinking about getting some plum splitboard bindings (hardboot) and would be using their tech toes. Has anyone had customer service experiences for warranty/breaking stuff? I'm pretty hard on my gear...
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01-21-2023, 11:08 AM
Thread: SoCal Kick-Off
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Yesterday I spent the morning touring Sugarloaf...
Yesterday I spent the morning touring Sugarloaf area in Big Bear, excellent conditions with lots of fresh turns in soft snow.
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01-21-2023, 11:03 AM
Thread: North Face Stimson Jacket and Pants
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Both sold.
Both sold.
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01-19-2023, 06:46 AM
Thread: MAMMOTH 22/23 - LIFE'S A BEACH
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ESS, you still managing to find places to car...
ESS, you still managing to find places to car camp with all this snow?
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01-18-2023, 07:37 AM
Thread: dwr. Best bang for the dollar????
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Anyone have experience with Empel DWR treatments?...
Anyone have experience with Empel DWR treatments? Black Diamond and strafe use it and claim it lasts "more than 10 times longer than standard industry DWR coatings"
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01-16-2023, 06:39 PM
Thread: MAMMOTH 22/23 - LIFE'S A BEACH
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The only place in Mammoth approximating cheap is...
The only place in Mammoth approximating cheap is the Hostel (Moderne Hostel) but it is getting up there still to around $70 a night for a super uncomfortable bunk bed in a shared room with 3 other...
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01-16-2023, 06:27 PM
Thread: North Face Stimson Jacket and Pants
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01-14-2023, 08:59 AM
Thread: Soft shell search
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Patagonia does make a no frills softshell, the...
Patagonia does make a no frills softshell, the upstride, which isn't super well received. Current closest to what you're looking for would be the R1 or (warmer) R2 techface. I have a R1 techface, I...
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01-12-2023, 09:50 AM
Thread: North Face Stimson Jacket and Pants
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North Face Stimson Jacket and Pants
Both sold.
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01-12-2023, 09:40 AM
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If you have actually patellar mis-tracking you...
If you have actually patellar mis-tracking you could certainly benefit from wearing the brace during exercise to improve alignment. Muscle strengthening and ROM exercises help immensely for PFPS,...
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01-12-2023, 07:29 AM
Thread: Best winter ride destinations?
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Having ridden Tucson in Feb, trails were in great...
Having ridden Tucson in Feb, trails were in great shape, good weather, but the higher trails on Mt Lemmon were closed due to snow. Something to consider. You could always do a few days in Tucson and...
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01-12-2023, 07:06 AM
Thread: MAMMOTH 22/23 - LIFE'S A BEACH
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Catching up on this thread after a few days on...
Catching up on this thread after a few days on the hill. Hilarious to see the butt hurt entitled out of towners complaining non stop. Yes, Friday's lift lines were bad at the start of the day but...
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