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    ^^ agree that the Indy Pass is most logical...

    ^^ agree that the Indy Pass is most logical choice here, and a bunch of Mom N Pops are already on it.

    Maybe if the powers at be charge Indy Pass users to hike the ridge it will be a win-win for...
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    2nd if Japanada doesn’t want Sent from my...

    2nd if Japanada doesn’t want


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    I shit you not, we skied the same day. At...

    I shit you not, we skied the same day.

    At least 30 snowmobiles on a Sunday. I had clients with me, and we commented on the dangers of sleds vs skiers.

    Kiroro has grown to be my favorite resort...
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    2012 Montana Conditions, Stoke and Whatev Thread

    I’ve had this discussion with a JHMR forecaster and I absolutely think the metric is important. However, it’s only relative to the particular mountain in question.
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    Japan 23/24 Season

    Hey Gaijin, I’d be interested in more of your insights on spring conditions.

    Yesterday, I had a conversation with the guide company owner who I work for, and he mentioned that spring is the...
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    2012 Montana Conditions, Stoke and Whatev Thread

    Last year’s April powder dumps had me wondering why half the mountain was closed - no lifties and they probably wanted to cheap out on operating costs.

    In other news, I’m headed back to the...
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    Pretty solid binding for hard resort charging....

    Pretty solid binding for hard resort charging. Does have a few quirks, but I’ve been happy with mine


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    ^Nice! I’ve found similar conditions, primarily...

    ^Nice! I’ve found similar conditions, primarily scoring at Kiroro in Hokkaido.


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    The elusive Cornfed has been known to poach the...

    The elusive Cornfed has been known to poach the tram face, along with a few other hearty souls.

    I wouldn’t do it without a parachute.


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    Japan is working on visa restrictions that would...

    Japan is working on visa restrictions that would limit guiding by non-IFMGA guides. I have Japanese friends in the JMGA who are monitoring the process.

    If this happens, guides like me (AMGA ski...
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    ^^ well said. I too am seeing this very closely,...

    ^^ well said. I too am seeing this very closely, and every day.


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    Anyone hitting Niseko and Rusutsu this season...

    Anyone hitting Niseko and Rusutsu this season should be prepared for big lines and sometimes frustrating experiences.

    Just like any major NA resort, this has become about timing. Go early and get...
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    Winging is feasible in Sapporo, Central Hokkaido,...

    Winging is feasible in Sapporo, Central Hokkaido, and Tohoku as stated above. Finding the smaller pensions accommodation and local B and Bs is what you want.

    Rental cars and accommodation are in...
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    10-20% of the value of your guided trip is...

    10-20% of the value of your guided trip is standard, depending on level of service and number of people in your group.
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    Please tip the ski guides. Most are international...

    Please tip the ski guides. Most are international guides who make money on tips, and the young Japanese guides are very happy to take tips as well.


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    Japan 23/24 Season

    It seems the Niseko area is still low-tide (by Japanese standards), but we just picked up about 1.5 feet in the last three days, and forecast for a steady trickle of 4-6 in each day for the...
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    Was there today too! Haha Sent from my...

    Was there today too! Haha


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  19. Awesome spring mission skis Sent from my...

    Awesome spring mission skis


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    Awesome! We saw the torch parade at BB last night...

    Awesome! We saw the torch parade at BB last night and it was rad. Pretty cool community event! 481296
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    2012 Montana Conditions, Stoke and Whatev Thread

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    Got out yesterday for what felt like the first “real” tour of the year, and had a fun time getting my ass kicked by Nest and what I can only describe as two Olympic caliber moms.

    I think...
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    If anyone wants to go for a walk tomorrow AM or...

    If anyone wants to go for a walk tomorrow AM or on Saturday, I’m game. More to keep in shape than get rad turns…


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    I’d go 50/50 ski all the way if limited to only 1...

    I’d go 50/50 ski all the way if limited to only 1 setup. But I love touring. Niseko and Rusutsu get tracked pretty fast these days.

    On another note — Hope your season will be a good one Babybear!...
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    Heck yeah! Sent from my iPhone using TGR...

    Heck yeah!


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    Sapporo is absolutely a cool, world class city....

    Sapporo is absolutely a cool, world class city. You have multiple rad ski resorts within 2 hours. It’s really a sweet setup.

    Be sure to visit the underground mall near Sapporo Train station and...
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    Japan 23/24 Season

    I would stay in Sapporo or Otaru and get an AWD rental. Most come with winter tires.

    Sapporo is an actual Japanese experience, whereas Niseko / Rusutsu is something else…

    If you’re a confident...
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    Japan 23/24 Season

    Just a quick note to all who plan on being in Niseko this year:

    It’s gonna be very busy.

    Like, make sure you have transpo and dining options completely lined up, and are conscious of traffic...
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    Christmas bump! These are going to the used gear...

    Christmas bump! These are going to the used gear shop by the new year.


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    Price drop $225 plus shipping. Will include new...

    Price drop $225 plus shipping. Will include new Tecnica liners. Get these outta my closet!
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    Price drop to $600 on the protests. These are...

    Price drop to $600 on the protests. These are new, in the plastic with custom flex and old school graphic. Binders still available!


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    Skied the soft bush up Lick Creek this afternoon....

    Skied the soft bush up Lick Creek this afternoon. A few rocks were encountered, but at least we’re back out there.

    The moose were not impressed.

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    If HBC is booked up, I can also recommend Rising...

    If HBC is booked up, I can also recommend Rising Sun Guides. PM if ya need any more reccos


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    Rontele moved to Bozeman?? I knew he was the...

    Rontele moved to Bozeman?? I knew he was the go-to gear guy on these boards.


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    At this point, the base in Hokkaido is set with...

    At this point, the base in Hokkaido is set with realistically 3-6 feet of snow on the ground, and more in drifts.

    Warm storms (rain) can happen anytime in Japan, but would be quite unusual in...
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    A few nibbles on the BGs… let’s get someone set...

    A few nibbles on the BGs… let’s get someone set up for success when it dumps!


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    Stills available for $280 plus ship

    Stills available for $280 plus ship
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    Price drop Sent from my iPhone using TGR...

    Price drop


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    Incredible deal Sent from my iPhone using...

    Incredible deal


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    $75 28.5 Kryptons

    These Kryptons have a lot of miles on them, but are recently resoled with upgraded Vibram pads (cost $100 two seasons ago).

    Also includes Booster straps.

    Can include very lightly used size 28...
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    Bumping! Sent from my iPhone using TGR Forums

    Bumping!


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    Singlecross will get the spot! Thanks dude! ...

    Singlecross will get the spot! Thanks dude!


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    $280 plus ship - used about 30 days. Liners in...

    $280 plus ship - used about 30 days. Liners in great shape


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    Some interest, but still available. Am I priced...

    Some interest, but still available. Am I priced too high?


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    Tempted god help me


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    Ha! Truman’s December ramble? Sent from my...

    Ha! Truman’s December ramble?


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    Bumping

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    Get a sweet pair of goats! Sent from my...

    Get a sweet pair of goats!


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    Sublease in Bozeman for Jan. - Feb.

    I’m heading back to Japan and looking to make something happen that could be beneficial for both a subleaser and myself

    Dates: Dec. 27 to first week of March. A bit of flexibility.

    $1,300 per...
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    Sorry, sold them a few weeks ago. Have updated...

    Sorry, sold them a few weeks ago. Have updated the post


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    Second in line on Men’s


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