2012 Montana Conditions, Stoke and Whatev Thread

**tetzen** · 03-09-2021, 01:14 PM

Originally Posted by Talisman

Good news it finally snowed a few inches last night in Pig Sky and skiing service animals are a thing.

Is that a helmet on the dog??

**toast2266** · 03-09-2021, 01:17 PM

Originally Posted by tetzen

Is that a helmet on the dog??

Either that or she shaved its head.

**BobbyBill** · 03-09-2021, 03:23 PM

Made the trek up to Teton Pass Saturday after work and skied there Sunday, a most worthy getaway!
Mrs. BB grew up in Havre and her family took the occasional ski trip there over the years. Here's a classic shot circa 1989 of her(on the right)and a friend getting ready to tear it up in jeans

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Conditions were variable as a result of the melt/freeze cycle we've been in, but the views are stunning and as alpine as any in the state

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Enjoyed the classic old school vibe and some mellow cruising in the morning

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Mrs. BB and I had introduced ourselves to the owner Chuck that morning as we have friends in common and he rolled out the red carpet for us as he and one of the patrollers Rob gave us a personal tour above the lift after lunch (great burger and rueben from the lodge kitchen!) where we found some chalky smooth sliding.

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At the end of the day over some beers, Chuck took the time to recount the history of the place and dug out some old photos from the archives for us to check out. The place is an authentic Montana gem, and the juxtaposition of the mom and pop atmosphere coupled with the tourable terrain make it well worth supporting. Looking forward to a return trip!

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**skaredshtles** · 03-09-2021, 03:52 PM

Where is the snow?

**Bunion 2020** · 03-09-2021, 04:23 PM

He did say it was a real Montana ski experience. Seriously, it never snows here, people really should look elsewhere to make their turns.

**yeahman** · 03-09-2021, 04:47 PM

Looks like a blast BobbyBill, thanks for the TR!

**skaredshtles** · 03-09-2021, 04:49 PM

Originally Posted by Bunion 2020

He did say it was a real Montana ski experience. Seriously, it never snows here, people really should look elsewhere to make their turns.

You mean like Jackson?

**Whiteroom_Guardian** · 03-09-2021, 04:52 PM

Man, I really really need to get up to Teton Pass. Looks like the real deal with a matching vibe.

**Norseman** · 03-09-2021, 04:59 PM

Yep, glad for the TR, bobbybill

**singlecross** · 03-09-2021, 05:15 PM

Looks like a good time back to basics!

**406** · 03-09-2021, 05:55 PM

Is that 3rd photo looking south from the ski area?

**Gaffney10** · 03-09-2021, 10:13 PM

Skier Death at Big Sky last week. 60 year old Texas man. Any details on where and how?

https://www.google.com/amp/s/www.kbz...ky%3f_amp=true

**Whiteroom_Guardian** · 03-09-2021, 10:14 PM

Originally Posted by Gaffney10

Skier Death at Big Sky last week. 60 year old Texas man. Any details on where and how?

https://www.google.com/amp/s/www.kbz...ky%3f_amp=true

Same skier who got injured in Cache Trees a couple pages back?

**yeahman** · 03-09-2021, 10:17 PM

Yep. RIP

**total_immortal** · 03-09-2021, 10:21 PM

Originally Posted by skaredshtles

You mean like Jackson?

Exactly, if you want consistent snow go to Jackson or SLC.

**happytimefunbox** · 03-09-2021, 10:42 PM

Originally Posted by total_immortal

Exactly, if you want consistent snow go to Jackson or SLC.

Ehhhhh SLC is full and the sno not so good. Jackson is the place to be

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**Talisman** · 03-10-2021, 11:51 AM

Originally Posted by happytimefunbox

Ehhhhh SLC is full and the sno not so good.

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"Greatest Snow on Earth" is right on the UT plate. MT has sharpest scree covered with a veneer of snow, a few are lobbying to have "The Base Repair State" as a license plate option.

**Bunion 2020** · 03-10-2021, 12:06 PM

Cmon man, 400" annually.

Edit to add, odd how that death at Bridger never made the paper and the Big Sky death was front page news.

**Talisman** · 03-10-2021, 01:45 PM

Originally Posted by Bunion 2020

Cmon man, 400" annually.

Find the 400 inches in the picture:

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**stealurface831** · 03-10-2021, 01:59 PM

School me on good Bozeman eats.

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**senior researcher** · 03-10-2021, 02:06 PM

Bozeman Food Coop.

**Bunion 2020** · 03-10-2021, 03:16 PM

If you are staying down around town, Montana Ale Works on East Main is decent and consistent.

**SUPERIOR** · 03-10-2021, 03:40 PM

Food generally sucks here. I cook and it’s usually better than restaurant food. And I’m a ski bum.

**I Skied Bandini Mountain** · 03-10-2021, 03:41 PM

Originally Posted by stealurface831

School me on good Bozeman eats.

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Aleworks. Good food, great service.
Copper. Grown up bar and grill.
Pakeezah. Actual good Indian food in Montana.
Montana Rib and Chop House. Casual and good.